The Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) forms part of the United Nations Secretariat and, like the other regional commissions, operates under the supervision of the United Nations Economic and Social Council. ESCWA comprises 20 Arab countries in Western Asia and North Africa. ESCWA provides a framework for the formulation and harmonization of sectoral policies for member countries, a platform for congress and coordination, a home for expertise and knowledge, and an information observatory. ESCWA activities are coordinated with the divisions and main offices of the Headquarters of the United Nations, its specialized agencies, and international and regional organizations serving Arab States.
This position is located in the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) in the Climate Change and Natural Resource Sustainability Cluster and supports the work of the Arab Centre for Climate Change Policies at ESCWA. The Senior Sustainable Development Officer reports directly to the Climate Change and Natural Resource Sustainability Cluster Leader.
Within delegated authority, the Senior Sustainable Development Officer will be responsible for the following duties: