The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP),
as the world’s leading intergovernmental environmental organization,
is the authoritative source of knowledge on the current state of, and
trends shaping the global environment.
GRID-Arendal is an international Centre of Excellence located in southern
Norway whose activities specifically support UNEP Program of Work. Established in 1989
as a Norwegian foundation, GRID-Arendal’s mission is to provide environmental information,
communications and capacity building services for information management and assessment.
Together with its partners, GRID-Arendal’s core focus is to support decision-making
processes aimed at securing a sustainable future. Prospective candidates should
note that this is not a UN post.
GRID-Arendal has a diverse team of more than 30 international professionals
working in Arendal, Norway and outposted offices in Geneva (Switzerland), Ottawa
(Canada) and Stockholm (Sweden). The UN House, GRID-Arendal’s headquarters in downtown
Arendal, demonstrates its commitment to environmental responsibility through design,
material use and eco-efficient solutions for energy, lighting, and ventilation.