Result of Service A structured, user-oriented and accessible knowledge base on chemicals, waste management, and innovative materials in the fashion and construction sectors is established, alongside a clear identification of knowledge gaps and priorities. This includes a curated compendium of existing resources, training materials, and best practices, as well as actionable, evidence-based recommendations to inform programme strategy, support country-level implementation, and contribute to ongoing development and application of the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS).
The consultancy will result in:
• A structured knowledge document-based repository on chemicals, waste management, and innovative materials in the fashion and construction sectors • A consolidated mapping of knowledge needs, including mapping of gaps, needs, stakeholders, and training resources • A curated compendium of existing materials, tools, and best practices • Actionable evidence-based report with recommendations to inform programme strategy and knowledge product development • Technical inputs to support GHS-related activities, including background research, GHS framework report reviews, and drafting content • Strengthened linkages between global knowledge resources and country-level implementation needs.
Work Location
Home-based / Working remotely
Expected duration The duration of the contract is nine (9) months at 60% of the time (part-time), at a monthly rate of USD $3,200 (USD $5,333 at full-time), for a total amount of USD 28,800 (twenty-eight thousand eight hundred United States dollars), corresponding to Level B in the UN Administrative Instruction for Consultants and Individual Contractors (ST/AI/2013/4.rev1).
Duties and Responsibilities The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dim...