UNIDO is inviting expressions of interest for its Project Administrator roster in the Division of Climate and Technology Partnerships (IET/CTP) in Vienna, Austria. This is a roster call: selected candidates are added to a two-year roster and could be approached by UNIDO later, so it is not a guaranteed job offer. The grade is ISA-P2 and the role requires at least three years of relevant experience and a master's degree. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the full vacancy, and every requirement is set out below.
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How the Roster Works
The aim of this call for expression of interest is to establish a two-year roster of qualified candidates who would be involved in the implementation of the technical cooperation projects portfolio of the Division of Climate and Technology Partnerships (IET/CTP). Shortlisted candidates are invited for a personal assessment, which may involve a written assignment and a personal interview. Upon successful completion of the application process, selected candidates are added to the Project Administrators' Roster and could be approached by UNIDO. Being added to the roster does not guarantee a position.
Position Details
The vacancy announcement concerns the temporary appointment of project personnel under requisition ID 7602. The grade is ISA-P2, the category is International Consultant, the employment type is NonStaff-Regular, and the contract duration is 1 year. The duty station is Vienna, Austria, and the posting type is internal and external. Female candidates are encouraged to apply, and UNIDO welcomes applications from qualified persons with disabilities, with reasonable accommodation provided to support full participation in the recruitment process and in the performance of duties.
About UNIDO
The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) is the specialized agency of the United Nations that promotes industrial development for poverty and hunger reduction, inclusive and fair globalization and environmental sustainability. Its mission is to promote and accelerate inclusive and sustainable industrial development in Member States, and its mandate is fully recognized in SDG 9, which calls to build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation.
UNIDO's medium-term programme framework 2026-2029 sets priorities including fair and sustainable global and regional supply chains, ending hunger through innovation and local value addition, renewable and clean energy, sustainable energy access and climate action. Cross-cutting priorities cover industrial and economic policy advice, skills development, digitalization and artificial intelligence, gender equality, supporting youth, cleaner production and circular economy, and private sector investment and development finance.
The Division of Climate and Technology Partnerships
The Division of Climate and Technology Partnerships (IET/CTP) identifies, designs, negotiates and coordinates innovative partnerships and supports the elaboration and initiation of joint technical cooperation programmes. It coordinates UNIDO's Global Programme for Hydrogen in Industry, represents UNIDO in high-level policy discussions, facilitates skills development and knowledge exchange, and supports UNIDO's global forum activities on climate and technology innovation. The Project Administrator works under the overall guidance of the Chief of IET/CTP and in close collaboration with colleagues of the Division.
Project Context: Article 6 and Carbon Markets
The Division is developing a set of actions to assist UNIDO Member States in leveraging Article 6 mechanisms to finance and achieve low carbon industrial development and to promote integrity and credibility in carbon markets. It leads and coordinates UNIDO initiatives on carbon markets engagement, including policy and regulatory support, capacity-building, awareness raising and technology demonstration, building strategic partnerships among Member States, the private sector, financial institutions, research institutions, experts, innovation platforms and intergovernmental organizations.
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Functional Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Project Manager, and working with the project team, the incumbent administers elements of technical cooperation programmes or specific projects of limited complexity. Main duties include:
📚 Information work: select, organize, analyze and synthesize technical, policy, regulatory and market-related information on international carbon markets, Article 6 implementation, climate transparency frameworks and industrial decarbonization initiatives
🔎 Readiness assessment: assess national and sectoral readiness for participation in international carbon markets, including institutional arrangements, MRV systems, legal and regulatory frameworks, registry systems, authorization procedures, climate transparency capacities, emissions data, carbon market methodologies and stakeholder consultations
📝 Drafting: draft and contribute to sections of technical project documents, concept notes, donor proposals, terms of reference and analytical reports
📣 Coordination: inform experts, consultants and project participants about logistical arrangements and internal procedures for monitoring and reporting
📊 Monitoring: monitor specific aspects of project execution, identify problems and propose actions to expedite delivery of inputs
🗒️ Progress comments: draft comments on designated aspects of project progress, including progress toward robust MRV systems, Article 6 readiness, carbon credit generation potential, transparency enhancement, industrial decarbonization objectives and private sector engagement
💶 Project revisions: draft project revisions, including adjusting individual project budgets based on changed work plans, evolving technical requirements, policy developments, stakeholder priorities and donor guidance
🤝 Partnerships: contribute to stakeholder coordination, partnership development and technical consultations with governments, international organizations, private sector entities, carbon market standards bodies, financial institutions and development partners
🔬 Research: support technical research and knowledge development on carbon pricing instruments, voluntary and compliance carbon markets, industrial mitigation technologies, carbon credit methodologies, climate finance mechanisms and integrity frameworks
Minimum Organizational Requirements
🎓 Education: an advanced university degree (master's or equivalent) in engineering, sciences, economics, business administration, international relations or another relevant discipline is required
⏳ Experience: at least three (3) years of work experience in an area relevant for the recruiting office is required
🔍 Skills: the ability to research and analyse information is required
🌐 Languages: fluency in written and spoken English is required; fluency or working knowledge of another official UN language, particularly French, is desirable
Desirable Experience
🌍 Exposure to the needs, conditions and problems in developing countries, and experience in evaluating them
📈 Experience in the field of carbon markets, including at the international level, such as support for the design, development, implementation or assessment of carbon market mechanisms and climate finance instruments under voluntary and compliance markets, familiarity with Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, international carbon crediting standards and methodologies, corresponding adjustments, registry and tracking systems, integrity frameworks and climate transparency requirements under the Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF)
🏛️ Experience engaging with governments, international organizations, private sector entities, financial institutions and technical experts on carbon markets, emissions reduction and removal projects, climate policy and sustainable industrial transformation
Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a personal assessment, which may involve a written assignment and a personal interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a regular job offer?
No. It is a call for expression of interest to establish a two-year roster. Selected candidates are added to the Project Administrators' Roster and could be approached by UNIDO, but a position is not guaranteed.
How long is the roster valid?
The roster is established for two years. The contract duration listed for the position is 1 year.
How much experience do I need?
At least three years of work experience in an area relevant for the recruiting office, plus a master's degree or equivalent.
What topics does the role cover?
International carbon markets, Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, climate transparency frameworks and industrial decarbonization within UNIDO's technical cooperation projects.
Which languages are required?
Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Another official UN language, particularly French, is desirable.
How are candidates assessed?
Shortlisted candidates are invited to a personal assessment that may involve a written assignment and a personal interview.
Deadline
⏳ 22 November 2026
Link
🔗 Apply (UNIDO Careers): https://careers.unido.org/job/Vienna-Project-Administrator-%28roster%29/1353753855/
