Programme Analyst - Nature, Climate, Energy and Disaster Risk Reduction (Open to external applicants)

Please note the appropriate Tier indicated in the vacancy title and ensure that you are holding the applicable contract as defined below:

• Tier 0: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or whose contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026
• Tier 1: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments
• Tier 2: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers
• Tier 3 or no tier indicated: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates

Background

The Dominican Republic has achieved significant social and economic progress in recent years, contributing to poverty reduction and improvements in human development. However, persistent territorial inequalities continue to limit the full translation of economic growth into well-being for all. At the same time, the country’s development gains face increasing environmental pressures: soil degradation, biodiversity loss, coastal erosion, and the fragility of vital ecosystems are compromising their ability to provide essential goods and services, while heightening the population’s vulnerability to climate risks.

As a Small Island Developing State (SIDS), the Dominican Republic is among the most vulnerable countries to climate change. Its high exposure to extreme weather events such as hurricanes, floods, and droughts, combined with economic dependence on climate-sensitive sectors such as agriculture, tourism, water resources, and coastal ecosystems, underscores the urgency of adaptation and resilience measures.

In response, the Government of the Dominican Republic, together with local authorities and diverse stakeholders, has been implementing national and subnational policies to mitigate climate risks, adapt to changing e