Apply Now: 2 Short-Term Home-Based/Remote Consultancy Opportunities with UNDP (IPSA-11)

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking qualified professionals for two short-term, home-based consultancy roles at the IPSA-11 level.

These positions are focused on advancing knowledge, capacity building, and technical support in the areas of facilitation and learning, agricultural finance, and climate and disaster resilience.

1. Facilitation and Learning Specialist

Contract Type: International Personnel Services Agreement (IPSA-11)
Duty Station: Home-based
Duration: Short-term (October 2024 – October 2025)

UNDP is looking to engage a Facilitation and Learning Specialist who will support the organization’s ongoing learning and knowledge-sharing initiatives. The consultant will work closely with UNDP teams and partner institutions to design, implement, and evaluate learning processes that strengthen institutional and community capacities across development sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and facilitate virtual and hybrid learning sessions, workshops, and knowledge exchanges for diverse stakeholders.
• Apply adult learning principles and participatory methodologies to ensure inclusive and impactful capacity development.
• Develop customized learning materials and toolkits tailored to thematic areas such as climate action, governance, or resilience building.
• Monitor and evaluate learning outcomes and recommend improvements for future initiatives.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to translate technical content into accessible formats for wider audiences.
• Support knowledge management efforts, including documentation of lessons learned and good practices.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Advanced university degree in education, development studies, communications, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of experience in facilitating learning and knowledge sharing in international development contexts.
• Proven ability to design interactive learning experiences using digital tools and platforms.
• Strong communication, intercultural facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Familiarity with UNDP’s programming approach is an asset.

This role offers an opportunity for a dynamic facilitator with a passion for learning to contribute to knowledge-driven development work in a flexible, home-based arrangement.

2. Agricultural Finance Specialist

Contract Type: International Personnel Services Agreement (IPSA-11)
Duty Station: Home-based
Duration: Short-term (October 2024 – October 2025)

UNDP is also recruiting an Agricultural Finance Specialist to provide expert advice and technical assistance on improving access to finance for smallholder farmers, agribusinesses, and rural communities. The specialist will support the design and implementation of inclusive financial solutions that enhance agricultural productivity, market access, and climate resilience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct diagnostic assessments of agricultural finance ecosystems in target countries or regions.
• Identify barriers and opportunities for improving rural and agricultural financial inclusion.
• Develop strategies and action plans to strengthen access to credit, insurance, and blended finance mechanisms for agricultural actors.
• Provide technical guidance to governments, financial institutions, and development partners on innovative financing instruments.
• Support the design of pilot initiatives that integrate climate-smart agriculture, digital financial services, and gender-inclusive approaches.
• Contribute to capacity-building initiatives for stakeholders in the agricultural finance value chain.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Advanced degree in agricultural economics, finance, rural development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in agricultural finance, rural banking, or development finance.
• Knowledge of inclusive finance models, public-private partnerships, and risk mitigation tools in the agriculture sector.
• Experience working with multilateral institutions, government counterparts, and financial service providers.
• Demonstrated understanding of climate-related risks and resilience in agricultural systems.

This consultancy is ideal for an experienced finance professional seeking to make a meaningful contribution to inclusive rural development, while working in a remote and flexible setting.

Thematic Focus: Climate and Disaster Resilience

Both positions contribute to UNDP’s broader strategic objective of enhancing climate and disaster resilience across its development portfolio. Through inclusive learning processes and innovative financial strategies, the consultants will play a key role in supporting communities, governments, and institutions to anticipate, prepare for, and respond to climate-related risks and natural hazards.

In the context of climate change and increasing environmental volatility, the importance of building systemic resilience cannot be overstated. UNDP remains committed to integrating climate action into every facet of its development programming—ranging from knowledge transfer and local empowerment to financial innovation and infrastructure planning. These consultancy roles reflect that commitment.

Application Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the UNDP Jobs Portal by submitting a detailed CV and a cover letter outlining relevant experience, qualifications, and motivation for applying. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

These consultancies represent a unique opportunity to contribute to UNDP’s mission from a home-based setting while engaging with global teams and initiatives.

By joining this effort, selected experts will directly support the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly those related to climate action (SDG 13), no poverty (SDG 1), zero hunger (SDG 2), and quality education (SDG 4).

For more information and to apply, please visit: UNDP Jobs Portal

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