About Convention to Combat Desertification

Convention to Combat Desertificationis part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This consultancy provides an opportunity to contribute specialized expertise to Convention to Combat Desertification’s mission in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Germany, you will apply your professional skills to address complex challenges in international cooperation and sustainable development and support the organization’s programmatic objectives. This role offers the flexibility of consultancy work while contributing to meaningful international development outcomes with global impact.

Key Details

• Job Title:Programme Management Support for DRIF and Innovative Partnerships
• Grade:CON
• Location:Bonn, Germany
• Department:Convention to Combat Desertification
• Contract Type:Consultancy
• Salary Range:$50,000.0 – $120,000.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: – At least one (1) years of relevant professional working experience in one or more of the following areas is required: sustainable development, public policy or project development communications, contribution management, resource mobilization, external relations, or other relevant areas is required. – Excellent organizing, multi-tasking, research, writing and project management skills are requir
• Fluency in English language (both oral and written) is required.
• Language: Knowledge of another UN language is desirable..

Skills

• Support day-to-day coordination of DRIF-related activities, including scheduling, organizing, and documenting internal and external meetings.
• Assist in drafting documents such as ToRs, briefing notes, summary reports, and presentations.
• Prepare and circulate meeting agendas, take detailed notes, and maintain accurate records of discussions and follow-up actions.
• Support logistical and coordination needs related to the Fund Manager selection process, including compiling submissions, maintaining evaluation records, and coordinating communications with external partners.
• Assist in maintaining DRIF-related files and updating the DRIF Sharepoint page
• Provide research and data entry support for donor reporting, budget tracking, and partner engagement logs.
• Assist with preparation of communication materials, event background notes, and summary reports for stakeholder consultations or workshops.
• Support coordination between DRIF and B4L teams, ensuring proper documentation of joint activities.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Global Mechanism

Benefits

• BANK ACCOUNTS.