About the opportunity
The UNESCO Office in Peru, in partnership with the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), is implementing the project ‘Establishing a Circular Economy for Sustainable Tourism in the Cusco Region, Peru’ (2025–2032). Operating in the provinces of Cusco and Urubamba, the project promotes sustainable tourism and environmental protection through solid waste management and behavioral change. The Technical Assistant will provide technical and operational support to the Sustainable Tourism Specialist and project team, helping coordinate stakeholders, execute field activities, gather data, and monitor pilot interventions.
Salary and benefits
- Consultant contract for a duration of 4 months
- Professional experience within an international organization on a high-profile sustainable tourism and circular economy project
- Opportunities for field visits and coordination with diverse tourism and heritage stakeholders
Who can apply?
- Bachelor's degree or professional university title in Biology, Environmental Engineering, Tourism, Hotel Administration, Tourism Management, or related fields
- Applicants with a degree in Biology, Environmental Engineering, or related environmental fields must accredit at least two complementary training courses in circular economy, sustainable tourism, tourism management, tourism services, hospitality, or related subjects
- Applicants with a degree in Tourism, Hotel Administration, Tourism Management, or related tourism fields must accredit at least two complementary training courses in environmental management, solid waste management, environmental education, circular economy, eco-efficiency, or sustainability
- Minimum of two years of general professional experience in the public and/or private sector in environmental management, circular economy, sustainable tourism, territorial projects, or related fields
- Minimum of two field work experiences involving data collection, application of instruments, or monitoring of activities with tourism service providers, territorial actors, or visitor sites
- Must reside in Cusco or have the availability to stay in Cusco during the consultancy period
- Must be legally entitled to work in Peru
Required documents
- Personal CV
- Employment History Form
When to apply
- Application deadline is 30/09/2026 (Midnight UTC−5 Time)
How to apply
- Visit the official UNESCO careers portal
- Complete the online application and attach your personal CV and Employment History Form combined in a single PDF document
Additional information
- The duty station is Lima, but the work location and base for the consultancy is Cusco, involving field activities in Cusco, Urubamba, and travel to Machupicchu.
- Desired qualifications include experience in workshops, training, or sensitization activities, international cooperation projects, and proficiency in Quechua or English.
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…
- An ideal opportunity for professionals with a background in environmental sciences, tourism management, or sustainable development seeking hands-on international project experience.
- Suited for candidates already based in Peru who possess strong field research, stakeholder coordination, and data collection skills.
- Offers meaningful engagement with intersectoral methodologies like Behavior Centered Design within World Heritage regions.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is a fixed 4-month consultant contract with no expectations of renewal, conversion, or medical coverage.
- Candidates must be prepared to reside in Cusco and undertake required field travel, including overnight stays in Machupicchu.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This short-term consultancy fits professionals looking to strengthen their profile in international development, sustainable tourism, and environmental conservation by working directly with UN agencies and local communities.
Our take
Peru-based professionals with relevant environmental or tourism qualifications and field experience should apply before the deadline, keeping in mind the temporary and field-intensive nature of the role.
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