About the opportunity
UNDP Indonesia is seeking a Team Leader – Nature and Low Carbon Development (NLCD) to guide its Nature, Environment, and Low Carbon Development pillar, a critical component of its country programme. Operating in Indonesia, where the economy relies heavily on natural resources, the Team Leader serves as a strategic advisor to Country Office Management, leading policy development, capacity building, and portfolio expansion. The successful candidate will grow the portfolio by strengthening partnerships, mobilizing financing from diverse partners, and positioning UNDP as a partner of choice. The role involves managing a team of around 40 personnel, ensuring talent management, efficiencies, and impactful results.
Salary and benefits
- Fixed-term appointment of 1 year with possibility for extension
- Competitive UN salary package at the NOC grade level
- Opportunity to lead a large multi-stakeholder portfolio of around 40 personnel
Who can apply?
- Open to Tier 0, 1 & 2 applicants (staff holding permanent, fixed-term, or temporary appointments, regular PSA contracts, and UN Volunteers)
- Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Environmental Studies, Engineering, Physical Sciences, Geography, Economics, Development Studies, Management, or a relevant field with minimum 5 years of relevant experience; OR first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) with minimum 7 years of relevant experience
- Track record in managing complex programmes or portfolios within multilateral or bilateral development organizations, government institutions, NGOs, or related organizations
- Experience in programme cycle, including design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, quality assurance, and oversight
- Fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia is required
Required documents
- Updated curriculum vitae
- Completed application form demonstrating required qualifications and experience
When to apply
- Date posted: October 7, 2026
- Application deadline: October 15, 2026
How to apply
- Visit the official UNDP Oracle Recruiting Cloud portal
- Review eligibility requirements according to the tiered approach
- Submit your online application through the requisition page before the closing date
Additional information
- Continuation of the appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon successful completion of a probationary period
- UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process
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…
- Ideal for experienced development professionals with a strong background in nature, climate, and low-carbon development policy.
- Well-suited for candidates with proven leadership skills who have managed large multidisciplinary teams and complex programme portfolios.
- A strong match for professionals experienced in resource mobilization, strategic partnerships, and climate or environmental finance.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is offered as a 1-year fixed-term contract with a possibility of extension, subject to performance and funding.
- Applicants must carefully verify whether they meet the specific tier eligibility criteria specified for this vacancy.
- Fluency in both English and Bahasa Indonesia is mandatory for successful execution of the role.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers an exceptional opportunity for senior professionals to drive large-scale environmental and low-carbon initiatives within a major international organization, significantly influencing national policy and sustainable development in Indonesia.
Our take
Experienced development and climate professionals meeting the tier eligibility and language requirements should seriously consider applying before the October 2026 deadline.
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