Duty Station: New Delhi, IndiaDepartment: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the world’s leading environmental authority, responsible for setting the global environmental agenda and promoting coherent implementation of sustainable development goals across the UN system. As the principal advocate for the environment, UNEP works with international and national partners to strengthen environmental management capacities, support policy implementation, and foster sustainable transitions in developing countries and economies in transition. This position is based in the Economics of Nature Unit, within the Biodiversity and Land Branch of UNEP’s Ecosystems Division in New Delhi, India. The role focuses on advancing the project “True Value Accounting: Making the Economic Case for Food Systems Transformation in India and Kenya.” Role Overview The Programme Management Officer will oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of the project, which applies The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB) framework to transform food systems in India. The role requires strong analytical, coordination, and strategic planning skills to ensure that project outputs contribute effectively to policy mainstreaming and sustainable economic transformation. Working under the supervision of the Head of the Economics of Nature Unit, the officer will support national and subnational stakeholders, facilitate inter-institutional collaboration, and ensure effective project delivery in line with UNEP’s objectives. Key Responsibilities Programme and Project Management Lead and monitor the development, implementation, and evaluation of the TEEB “True Value Accounting” project in India. Review relevant reports and analyses, identify implementation challenges, and propose corrective actions. Liaise with key project partners and ensure effective follow-up on project milestones. Develop short-, medium-, and long-term strategic plans, work plans, and budgets. Policy and Stakeholder Engagement Identify and analyze public and private sector opportunities that advance sustainable food systems transformation nationally and within selected states in India. Provide strategic advice to implementing and executing partners to strengthen policy integration for food systems transformation. Facilitate collaboration among stakeholders, including the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, research institutions, and members of the TEEB India Project Steering Committee. Identify challenges, priorities, and policy needs for integrating food systems transformation into national frameworks. Technical and Research Contributions Conduct analysis on environment–economy linkages, ecosystem services valuation, and food systems policy. Review and provide feedback on technical deliverables and reports submitted by implementing partners. Prepare background papers, policy briefs, research outputs, and publications related to the TEEB for Agriculture and Food framework. Lead or participate in field missions and prepare analytical mission summaries. Contribute to knowledge sharing between India and other countries implementing similar TEEB projects, ensuring cross-country learning and exchange. Capacity Building and Outreach Organize and facilitate workshops, consultations, and training sessions to disseminate findings and strengthen stakeholder capacity. Deliver presentations and promote the TEEB Approach, highlighting results from ecosystem service modelling and geospatial analyses. Support outreach activities that advocate for sustainable economic and environmental policymaking. Data Management and Analytics Collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data to monitor trends and inform policy recommendations. Utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and spatial tools for modelling ecosystem services. Produce visual data outputs—such as charts, graphs, and reports—to support evidence-based decision-making. Ensure all analytical methods, data sources, and assumptions are properly documented. Reporting and Evaluation Prepare progress reports, budget statements, and related project documentation. Contribute to evaluation exercises and integrate lessons learned into future programming. Maintain transparency and accuracy in financial and programmatic reporting. Qualifications and Experience Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Environmental Economics, Natural Resource Management, or a related discipline. Experience: Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, with a focus on environmental economic valuation, ecosystem services, cost-benefit analysis, or natural capital accounting. Experience using GIS and spatial analysis tools for ecosystem modelling is required. At least two years’ experience in agri-food systems or food policy projects is required. Experience working on agri-food transformation in India is highly desirable. Experience in data analytics or related fields is an asset. Language: Fluency in English is required. Core Competencies Professionalism: Demonstrates expertise in environmental economics and sustainable policy integration. Planning and Organizing: Develops clear plans aligned with project objectives and deadlines. Communication: Effectively conveys technical information to diverse audiences. Teamwork: Builds collaborative relationships with partners and stakeholders. Innovation: Utilizes data-driven insights to promote transformative change in food systems. Equal Opportunity UNEP is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and performance without discrimination. The organization upholds zero tolerance for harassment, abuse of authority, or exploitation. Applicants are reminded that UNEP does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Application Deadline: 22 November 2025Location: New Delhi, IndiaCategory: National Professional Officer (NO-C) VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram , WhatsApp, Twitter, LinkedIn and Telegram Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the hiring organization. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.