Overview

This CAPACITY Fellowship Programme offers mid-career professionals from Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and Least Developed Countries (LDCs) a unique platform to strengthen climate expertise and negotiation capacity while contributing to global climate policy.

Eligibility

Master’s degree in environmental science, economics, engineering, development studies, or a related field, or a bachelor’s degree plus two additional years of relevant experience.
Minimum of three years of experience in climate change-related work, with demonstrated involvement in adaptation planning or implementation.
Proficiency in English, knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.
Currently employed in a governmental or national institution.
National of a Lusophone SIDS or LDC (Angola, Cabo Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique, São Tomé and Príncipe, Timor-Leste).
Maximum age of 40 years at the application deadline.

Benefits

Monthly stipend of EUR 4,500.
Travel costs to and from Bonn covered by the UNFCCC.
Direct exposure to international climate negotiations and practical experience within a leading international organization.
Opportunity to work within a global network of climate experts.