About the opportunity
UNESCO is hiring a Project Coordinator (Grade NO-B) to support the day-to-day implementation of the Adaptation Fund project titled “Strengthening local communities’ adaptive capacity and resilience to climate change through sustainable groundwater utilisation in Zimbabwe.” Under the authority of the Regional Director for UNESCO ROSA and supervision of the Head of the Science Unit, the incumbent will coordinate activities related to water security, disaster risk reduction, and the Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme. Responsibilities include developing detailed implementation plans, overseeing technical outputs, managing monitoring and reporting frameworks, managing budgets, and contributing to resource mobilization strategies. The initial project implementation period runs from June 2023 to June 2027, and this contract is for an initial duration of 1 year.
Salary and benefits
- Approximate annual starting salary of 50,857 USD
- 30 days of annual leave
- Family allowance, medical insurance, and pension plan benefits where applicable
Who can apply?
- Only nationals of Zimbabwe may apply to this position
- Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in natural sciences, climate-related studies, disaster risk reduction, hydrology, earth sciences, or related fields
- Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience in project implementation in natural sciences or related fields
- Relevant experience at the international level
- Relevant experience in programme management, advocacy, and resource and partnership mobilization
- Excellent knowledge (spoken and written) of English
Required documents
- Completed online application via the UNESCO Careers website
- Scanned copies of required degree(s), diploma(s), or certificate(s) if retained for an interview
When to apply
- Application deadline is 29/10/2026 at Midnight Paris Time
How to apply
- Visit the UNESCO Careers website
- Complete the online application form and provide complete and accurate information before the deadline
Additional information
- Position Number: 6ZWSCS0004PA
- Duty Station: Harare, Zimbabwe
- Contract Type: Project Appointment
- The recruitment process may include pre-recorded video interviews, written assessments, panel interviews, and reference checks
- Desirable qualifications include a Ph.D. in natural sciences or related fields, familiarity with international organizations or the UN system, and knowledge of another UNESCO official language
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Professionals with an advanced degree in natural sciences, hydrology, or climate-related fields looking to apply their expertise to international development and climate adaptation projects.
- Candidates with at least two years of project implementation and programme management experience who are eager to lead initiatives at the intersection of water security and local community resilience.
- Zimbabwean nationals seeking a high-impact role within the United Nations system that combines technical coordination, stakeholder engagement, and resource mobilization.
What should you think carefully about?
- This position is exclusively open to nationals of Zimbabwe, making it unsuitable for international applicants outside of Zimbabwe.
- The initial contract duration is for one year, tied to a specific project appointment.
- Candidates must possess required international-level experience alongside the educational background in natural sciences or related fields.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This one-year project appointment offers a valuable platform for professionals aiming to build deep project management experience within the United Nations system, specifically focusing on environmental sustainability, water security, and climate change adaptation in Southern Africa.
Our take
Zimbabwean nationals with professional background in hydrology, climate adaptation, or natural sciences project management should seriously consider applying before the October 29, 2026 deadline. Applicants lacking the required international experience or advanced degree in a relevant field will find this role less suitable.
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