Assistant Environment Officer Job Vacancy at UNHCR Kigoma May 2026

  • Full Time
  • Kigoma

Website UNHCR

UNHCR

UNOPS LICA8 – Environmental / Renewable Energy Programme Position

Application Deadline

27 May 2026


Contract Information

Item Details
Contract Type UNOPS LICA8
Target Start Date 01 July 2026
Hardship Level D
Family Status Family Duty Station
Remote Work No
Functional Clearance Not Required

Position Overview

This role focuses on environmental assessment, planning, and monitoring of integrated environmental programmes in both displacement and stable community settings.

The position is suitable for professionals with expertise in:

  • Environmental management
  • Refugee-related environmental programming
  • Renewable energy solutions
  • Sustainable technologies
  • Community-based environmental approaches

The role supports humanitarian and development operations linked to environmental sustainability and refugee response programming.


Key Responsibilities & Areas of Expertise

Candidates should demonstrate experience in:

Environmental Programme Management

  • Environmental assessment and planning
  • Monitoring and evaluation of environmental projects
  • Integrated environmental programme implementation
  • Environmental risk identification and mitigation

Refugee & Humanitarian Environmental Contexts

  • Understanding refugee-related environmental challenges
  • Experience working in displacement settings
  • Knowledge of humanitarian environmental protection strategies

Sustainable Technologies & Renewable Energy

Familiarity with:

  • Renewable energy systems
  • Environmentally sustainable technologies
  • Climate-smart and resource-efficient approaches
  • Appropriate technologies for humanitarian settings

Community-Based Approaches

  • Participatory project planning
  • Community engagement and mobilization
  • Inclusive environmental programming
  • Stakeholder coordination

Required Experience

Applicants should have:

  • Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in:
    • Environmental assessment
    • Environmental planning
    • Monitoring and evaluation
    • Humanitarian or development programming

Experience in both stable and displacement contexts is highly valued.


Preferred Skills

Strong candidates will demonstrate:

  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Environmental programme coordination experience
  • Knowledge of sustainability practices
  • Ability to work with diverse stakeholders
  • Reporting and monitoring experience

Languages

The announcement states:

  • Required languages: Not specified
  • Desired languages: Not specified

Professional English communication skills are generally expected for UNOPS/UNHCR-related positions.


Additional Information

  • Functional clearance is not required
  • Remote work is not available
  • Experience with refugee operations and environmentally sustainable solutions is strongly preferred

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