Project Scientist – II (Urban Heat Expert)
United Nations Environment Programme · PARIS · Apply by November 16, 2026
About this role
Result of Service The result of services is to support UNEP cities in achieving extreme heat resilience. Service is required in carrying out Urban Heat Assessments in 50 cities in India, following UNEP-CEPT UHIE Assessment methodology. This will include urban heat island effect assessments and approaches to adapt cities to rising temperatures, including providing medium- and long-term adaptation and mitigation strategies such as increasing nature-based solutions, cool surfaces, shaded and pervious surfaces and other passive cooling approaches into the city heat governance and local action plans. Work Location India, remote Expected duration 12 months Duties and Responsibilities 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 Climate Change Division has as objective to deliver effective strategic guidance and high-impact action in support of the transition towards climate stability. Its work…