HEAD, CHEMICALS SCIENCE AND POLICY UNIT

HEAD, CHEMICALS SCIENCE AND POLICY UNIT, P5 Job Opening Job Opening ID : 283676 Job Network : Economic, Social and Development Job Family : Programme Management Category and Level : Professional and Higher Categories, P-5 Recruitment Type : Position Specific Job Openings Duty Station : NAIROBI Department/Office : United Nations Environment Programme Date Posted : Oct 6, 2026 Deadline : Nov 4, 2026 Apply Now Org. Setting and Reporting Responsibilities The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. The overall objective of the UNEP's Industry and Economy Division is to encourage decision makers in government, local authorities and industry to develop and adopt policies, strategies and practices and technologies that promote sustainable patterns of consumption and production, make efficient use of natural resources, ensure safe management of chemicals and contribute to making trade and environment policies mutually supportive. It promotes the development, use and transfer of policies, technologies, economic instruments, managerial practices and other tools that assist in environmentally sound decision making and the building of corresponding activities. The position is located in the Industry and Economy Division, Chemicals and Health Branch, Chemicals Science and Policy Unit (CS&PU), at the Nairobi duty station. The Chemicals and Health Branch works closely with governments, industry, and civil society organizations around the world to develop mainstream solutions for the sound management of chemicals and waste. Under the direct supervision of the Chief of the Chemicals and Health Branch, the incumbent will be responsible for the following: Competencies Education Job - Specific Qualification Work Experience Languages Assessment Special Notice United Nations Considerations No Fee Apply Now