LEGAL OFFICER
United Nations Environment Programme · NAIROBI · P-3 · Apply by November 6, 2026
About this role
Org. Setting and Reporting The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. UNEP's Corporate Services Division (CSD) is the guardian of UNEP's corporate interest, mitigating its exposure to risk and supporting the organization with management tools, plans and related capacity building. It oversees UNEP's efficient and effective management, in line with UNEP's accountability requirements, rules, regulations and UN core values. This position is located in the Corporate Services Division, Legal Unit in the Nairobi duty station. Under the direct supervision of the Senior Legal Officer, the incumbent will provide legal research, advisory and drafting support on a broad range of institutional, administrative, operational and corporate legal matters and will be responsible for the following duties: Responsibilities 1. Providing legal advice on UNEP corporate and institutional matters • Provides legal advice…