International Ocean Science Assessment Report Support Consultant @UNESCO

Job Opportunity: UNESCO IOC Seeks International Ocean Science Assessment Report Support Consultant

The Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO is inviting qualified individuals to apply for an exciting consultancy opportunity to support the development and delivery of key international ocean science reports.

Job Title: Individual Consultant – Ocean Science Reports Support
Job Location: Remote / UNESCO Office (if space available)
Closing Date: 6 July 2026, 17:00 CEST
Contract: Full-time, 6.5 months

This role involves coordinating with expert groups, facilitating report production and review processes, and contributing to global ocean knowledge for policy and decision-making.

Role Highlights

• Support the delivery of the Global Ocean Science Report (GOSR) and State of the Ocean Report (StOR)
• Coordinate with international expert groups, review teams, and editorial boards

• Facilitate report production, peer review, and publication processes
• Contribute to outreach, communication, and post-publication evaluation
• Help strengthen global ocean science knowledge for policy and sustainable development

Responsibilities

• Organize and communicate meetings for the GOSR and StOR advisory and review teams
• Facilitate communication between UNESCO Secretariat and report teams
• Support multi-stage review and publication processes, including editing and layout

• Assist with post-publication evaluation to improve future reports
• Maintain document control and support IOC Secretariat tasks as needed

Key Deliverables

• Work plan and monthly progress reports
• Support for meetings, reviews, and communication

• Final comprehensive report on activities and lessons learned
• Assistance with publication and outreach activities

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, communication, or related field
• Minimum of 2 years experience supporting international agencies or projects
• Strong organizational, coordination, and data management skills

• Experience supporting publication and communication of high-quality reports
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written); knowledge of French, Spanish, or Russian is a plus
• Familiarity with UNESCO, IOC, or ocean science reporting is preferred

Methodology & Approach

Applicants should provide a clear methodology outlining their approach to managing report coordination, review processes, and communication strategies, demonstrating flexibility and relevance to the assignment’s objectives.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a comprehensive proposal including a CV, motivation letter, approach/methodology, and financial proposal in USD or EUR.

Proposals must be emailed to s.secco@unesco.org by 6 July 2026, 17:00 CEST.
Submissions via cloud links will not be accepted; all documents must be attached directly.

Why Join UNESCO IOC?

Be part of a global effort to turn ocean science into actionable knowledge, supporting sustainable ocean management and policy development worldwide.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to influential reports shaping ocean policy and enhance your international experience.

Apply now and help turn ocean science into global action!

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