Application Invited for CAPACITY Fellowship Programme

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About the Organization

The UNFCCC secretariat (UN Climate Change) is the United Nations entity tasked with supporting the global response to the threat of climate change.  UNFCCC stands for United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. The Convention has universal membership1 (198 Parties) and is the parent treaty of the 2015 Paris Agreement. The main aim of the Paris Agreement is to keep the global average temperature rise this century as close as possible to 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. The UNFCCC is also the parent treaty of the 1997 Kyoto Protocol. The ultimate objective of all three agreements under the UNFCCC is to stabilize greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere at a level that will prevent dangerous human interference with the climate system, in a time frame which allows ecosystems to adapt naturally and enables sustainable development.

About the Fellowship

The Capacity Award Programme to Advance Capabilities and Institutional Training in One Year (CAPACITY) Fellowship Programme aims to build local professional expertise and enhance the capacity of Small Islands Developing States (SIDS) and Least Developed Countries (LDCs) to address climate change challenges.

This fellowship offers mid-career professionals, already employed in government roles in SIDS or LDCs, the opportunity to work and receive training within the UNFCCC Secretariat in Bonn for one year (up to two years). Fellows are selected on an individual basis, with the understanding that the development and training they undergo will be applied within the context of their home organization, ultimately strengthening its capacity to tackle climate change issues.

Objectives:

• Support the climate change efforts of developing countries under the UNFCCC, the Kyoto Protocol, and the Paris Agreement.
• Promote bilateral and multilateral cooperation on climate-related matters.
• Strengthen institutional capacity in developing countries, empowering them to engage effectively in global climate action.

Benefits for CAPACITY Fellows:

• Work in a diverse, multicultural and interdisciplinary environment.
• Gain a deeper understanding of the UN system and the international climate change governance process.
• Develop practical skills in their area of expertise.
• Benefit from impactful training and high-quality mentorship.
• Contribute to innovative analytical work on global climate challenges.

The CAPACITY Fellowship Programme offers a transformative experience that equips fellows with the tools, skills, and networks to drive meaningful change in their home countries' climate action efforts.

How to Apply

The deadline for applications is 23 March 2025.

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