[Hiring] Technical Expert - Circularity and Resource Efficiency in the Automotive Sector @UNIDO

Role Description

This position is located under the Circular Resource Efficiency Unit (TCS/CEG/CRE), which is responsible for supporting capacity development to promote the adoption of circular and resource-efficient consumption and production patterns across value chains. It fosters circular economy solutions including policies, programmes, practices, and business models that enhance industry profitability while generating social and environmental benefits. Furthermore, it facilitates design for circularity emphasizing reduced or alternative materials inputs, greater durability, reusability, reparability, and ultimately recyclability. The Unit promotes nature-based solutions and ecosystem-based approaches that support the coexistence of industries and nature.

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in engineering, environment, or other relevant discipline.

Requirements

• At least five (5) years of professional experience relevant to automotive and/or electric electronics, batteries including circular business models.
• The ability to write clearly and concisely, research and analyse information independently, make connections with the organization's strategic vision, and recommend solutions.
• Experience in technical cooperation, including exposure at the international level, is desirable.
• Prior demonstrated experience with Resource Efficient and Cleaner Production methods and/or Circular Economy projects is desirable.
• Experience in evaluating the needs and conditions of developing countries is desirable.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
• Working knowledge of French is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to sustainable economic growth and environmental sustainability.
• Engagement in innovative projects focused on circular economy and resource efficiency.

Company Description

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) is the specialized agency of the United Nations that promotes industrial development for poverty and hunger reduction, inclusive and fair globalization and environmental sustainability.