United Nations Environment Programme Consultant - Private Sector Engagement Outreach Materials Jobs in Kenya
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP); is the leading global environmental authority. The Congo Basin peatlands, spanning RoC and DRC, constitute the world’s largest tropical peatland complex, storing approximately 30 gigatons of carbon. UNEP, in partnership with FAO, WWF, WCS, and others, is implementing a project to secure these peatlands through evidence‑based decision making and good governance.
Job Purpose
To develop targeted briefs and outreach materials that engage private sector investors and financiers, advocating for the inclusion of peatlands value into investment decisions and promoting sustainable landscape management.
Key Responsibilities
Inception Phase
Prepare inception report with methodology, framework, work plan, and target audience mapping.
Conduct literature and data review of ecosystem services, fiscal incentive studies, and project outputs.
Identify and map key private sector audiences (investors, financial institutions, industry associations, conservation finance actors).
Development of Targeted Briefs
Brief 1: Business Case for Investing in Congo Basin Peatlands (6–8 pages).
Brief 2: Partnership Opportunities for Sustainable Development in Congo Basin Peatlands (4–6 pages).
Articulate economic value, risks of degradation, investment opportunities, partnership models, and ESG alignment.
Outreach Materials
Develop social media content (minimum 6 posts per brief) tailored to LinkedIn, Twitter/X, CBLI Website.
Create email outreach templates and follow‑up materials.
Prepare slide decks (10–15 slides) for events and meetings.
Stakeholder Engagement & Validation
Present draft briefs and outreach materials to UNEP and partners for validation.
Conduct consultations with private sector representatives to test messaging.
Ensure inclusion of local businesses and investor perspectives.
Event Support
Prepare event materials (concept notes, agendas, speaker briefs, handouts).
Develop training module on using outreach materials effectively.
Qualifications / Special
Skills
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Environmental Economics, Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, International Development, or related field required.
Bachelor’s degree with 2 additional years of experience may be accepted.
Experience
Minimum 10 years’ professional experience in environmental economics, communications, investor relations, private sector engagement, or sustainable finance.
Proven experience developing business cases, investment briefs, or communications materials for private sector audiences required.
Experience in private sector engagement and outreach with financial institutions and investors desirable.
Experience with international organizations (UNEP, UN agencies, World Bank) an advantage.
Knowledge of sustainable finance, ESG investing, carbon markets, and PES schemes advantageous.
Experience in the Congo Basin or Central Africa desirable.
Established networks with private sector and investor audiences a strong asset.
Languages
Fluency in English and French required.
How to apply
For more information and job application details, see; United Nations Environment Programme Consultant - Private Sector Engagement Outreach Materials Jobs in Kenya
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