About the opportunity
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Bolivia supports sustainable, inclusive, and resilient development aligned with national plans and the Sustainable Development Goals. The Environment, Nature and Climate Change area provides technical, programmatic, and strategic support to advance biodiversity conservation, natural resource management, landscape restoration, climate action, and disaster risk reduction. The Programme Analyst plays a key role in technical coordination, planning, implementation, and monitoring of projects, ensuring that UNDP principles on environmental integrity, gender equality, and social inclusion are integrated throughout the programme cycle.
Salary and benefits
- Fixed-term appointment of 1 year with possibility for extension
- Professional remuneration package governed by UNDP national officer salary scales (Grade NOB)
- Opportunity to lead impactful environmental, nature, and climate portfolios within an international organization
- Engagement with multidisciplinary teams, government officials, donors, and international development partners
Who can apply?
- Open to Tier 0, 1, and 2 applicants as well as external candidates meeting the eligibility criteria
- Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, Geography, Sustainable Development, Forestry Engineering, Agronomy, or related fields; OR a first-level university degree (bachelor's degree) in combination with an additional 2 years of qualifying experience in lieu of an advanced degree
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience with a master's degree, or 4 years with a bachelor's degree, in environmental or climate project management, planning, implementation, monitoring, or reporting
- Fluency in Spanish and English is required
- Subject to local recruitment rules for National Officer categories
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae / Resume
- Completed online application form
- Proof of academic degrees and relevant professional experience
When to apply
- Opening date: September 15, 2026
- Explicit closing date: September 23, 2026 at 03:59 UTC
How to apply
- Access the official UNDP Oracle Recruiting Cloud career page for requisition 36922
- Review eligibility requirements and verify applicant tier status
- Complete the online application profile and attach required documentation
- Submit the application before the specified deadline
Additional information
- All posts in the National Officer (NO) categories are subject to local recruitment.
- UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process.
- The organization reserves the right to select one or more candidates and retain applications for similar positions.
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…
- Strong fit for professionals with a background in environmental sciences or sustainable development who have practical experience managing climate and nature portfolios.
- Ideal for candidates experienced in results-based management, donor reporting, and project implementation within international cooperation or public sectors.
- Well suited for bilingual speakers proficient in both English and Spanish who want to apply technical expertise to policy advice and community-level resilience in Bolivia.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is based in La Paz, Bolivia, and is subject to local recruitment regulations for National Officer roles.
- Applicants must meet the strict educational and professional experience thresholds, requiring either a master's degree with 2 years of experience or a bachelor's degree with 4 years.
- The application window is brief, closing on September 23, 2026.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers an opportunity to advance a career in international development, environmental governance, and climate finance by leading high-impact portfolios within the United Nations. It is ideal for mid-level professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in project management, inter-institutional coordination, and strategic resource mobilization.
Our take
Qualified professionals with relevant environmental qualifications, strong project management experience, and fluency in English and Spanish should seriously consider applying before the September 23, 2026 deadline. Candidates who do not meet the local recruitment criteria or lack the requisite years of experience in climate and environmental programming will find this role unsuitable.
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