Expert consultant- Behavioural Science and SDG Localisation
Quick answer
United Nations Office at Geneva is hiring a remote senior expert consultant for 6 months to provide behavioural science strategy, project design, and stakeholder engagement support.
- Role
- Expert consultant- Behavioural Science and SDG Localisation
- Organization
- United Nations Office at Geneva
- Location
- GENEVA, REMOTELY
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The consultancy will provide expert academic and methodological input to project design, stakeholder engagement, practical guidance, and project scoping, while helping strengthen the strategic contribution of behavioural science across the wider initiative.
What you'll do
- Lead the behavioural science approach, ensuring methodological rigour and alignment with project objectives.
- Translate the proposal into a practical, behaviourally grounded workplan and outputs.
- Lead design and delivery of a workshop with internal and external UN stakeholders.
- Develop practical guidance on behavioural science application.
- Support development of briefings, presentations, and training materials.
What it takes
- An advanced university degree (PhD's degree or equivalent) in behavioural science, public policy, psychology, behavioural economics, development, political science, or a closely related field is required.
- A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in applied behavioural science, including a strong track record of designing, leading, and advising on behavioural interventions, research, experiments, and policy innovation in complex, real-world settings is required.
- Experience working with governments, multilateral institutions, or international development actors including UN in innovation, is strongly desirable.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located remotely, but the incumbent must be authorized to work in the country where the United Nations Office at Geneva is based.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
The key qualifications required include an advanced university degree in a relevant field and at least 10 years of experience in applied behavioural science.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by 10/14/2026 through the provided link: https://inspira.un.org/psp/PUNA1J/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Action=A&UNAction=Apply&JobOpeningId=282510&languageCd=ENG
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Office at Geneva's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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