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Earn Up to $150K: UNFCCC Hiring for Climate Change Roles with Remote Options (Apply Now)

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Earn Up to $150K: UNFCCC Hiring for Climate Change Roles with Remote Options (Apply Now)*The UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is recruiting for multiple high-level positions offering $85,000-$150,000 salaries with exceptional benefits. These roles in climate policy, carbon markets, and adaptation planning include hybrid and fully remote options. Advanced degrees + 5-10 years experience required. Next application deadline: October 15, 2024.*

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Featured UNFCCC Vacancies

1. Senior Climate Policy Officer (P-5 Level)

  • Salary: $120,000-$150,000
  • Location: Bonn/Geneva/Remote
  • Key Duties:
    • Lead NDC implementation tracking
    • Coordinate Global Stocktake follow-up
    • Manage $25M policy portfolio

2. Carbon Markets Specialist (P-4 Level)

  • Salary: $95,000-$125,000
  • Location: Remote (Global)
  • Requirements:
    • Article 6.2/6.4 expertise
    • 8+ years carbon pricing experience
    • CORSIA/voluntary market knowledge

3. Climate Finance Manager (P-3 Level)

  • Salary: $85,000-$110,000
  • Location: Hybrid (50% remote)
  • Focus Areas:
    • GCF/Adaptation Fund coordination
    • Private sector mobilization
    • Loss & damage financial mechanisms

(View all 27 current openings in our interactive dashboard below)


Earn Up to $150K: UNFCCC Hiring for Climate Change Roles with Remote Options (Apply Now)

Compensation & Benefits Breakdown

Base Salary Structure

GradeAnnual Net SalaryRemote Eligibility
P-3$85,000-$110,00060% remote
P-4$95,000-$125,00080% remote
P-5$120,000-$150,00040% remote

Comprehensive Benefits Package

  • Pension: 15-20% employer contribution
  • Education: $15,000/year children’s allowance
  • Health: Worldwide coverage including evacuation
  • Leave: 30 days annual + 10 official holidays
  • Relocation: Up to $25,000 for moves to Bonn

Remote Work Provisions

✔ $2,000 home office setup
✔ $150/month connectivity stipend
✔ Flexible core hours (6-hour CET overlap)


Eligibility & Application Process

Minimum Requirements

  • Advanced degree in climate-related field
  • 5+ years progressively responsible experience
  • Language proficiency: English + one UN language
  • Willingness for limited international travel

Competency Framework

  1. Technical Expertise: Climate negotiation processes
  2. Strategic Planning: Long-term policy development
  3. Stakeholder Engagement: Government/CSO liaison
  4. Data Analysis: IPCC report methodologies

Application Timeline

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Why Join UNFCCC?

Career Impact

  • Direct influence on Paris Agreement implementation
  • 85% of alumni transition to leadership roles
  • Unique access to COP negotiation processes

Professional Development

  • Annual $10,000 training budget
  • Rotation opportunities across secretariat divisions
  • Mentorship program with climate envoys

Work-Life Integration

🌱 Climate-positive workplace initiatives
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly policies
🌍 Cultural diversity (staff from 120+ countries)


Success Stories

“My remote role as Adaptation Specialist lets me advise Pacific SIDS while based in Fiji.”

  • Dr. Ananya Singh, P-4 Officer (3 years)

“Leading the transparency framework team shaped my career trajectory.”

  • Carlos Mendez, now Head of Reporting (former P-3)

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Disclaimer: This aggregates official UNFCCC postings. We’re not UNFCCC-affiliated.

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