Regional Biodiversity Specialist Consultant

About the role

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is seeking a Regional Biodiversity Specialist Consultant to support the implementation of its Nature Action Sub‑programme across Latin America and the Caribbean. Based in Panama City, the consultant will act as the technical focal point for biodiversity and ecosystem‑related initiatives, providing advice, coordination and partnership development to advance regional and global biodiversity commitments.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the regional technical focal point for the Nature Action Sub‑programme, advising on biodiversity and ecosystem restoration activities.
• Coordinate technical inputs, stakeholder engagement and partnership building with UN agencies, MEA secretariats, governments, academia and civil society.
• Support programme development, resource mobilisation and the preparation of concept notes and project proposals.
• Collect, curate and report information on nature‑related activities, contributing to political, technical and policy analyses.
• Assist the Regional Nature Action Sub‑programme Coordinator in delivering technical advice to the Forum of Ministers of Environment and related working groups.

Required profile

• Advanced degree in environmental science, biodiversity, ecology or a related field.
• Proven experience in regional biodiversity programmes, ecosystem restoration and intergovernmental processes.
• Demonstrated ability to work with multiple stakeholders, including UN bodies, governments and NGOs.
• Strong analytical and report‑writing skills, with experience in developing project concepts and proposals.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence biodiversity policy and implementation across a diverse region.
• Collaboration with leading international experts and institutions.
• Professional development within the UN system.