Minimum qualifications and experience:

• A PhD in a relevant field, such as atmospheric science, environmental science, sustainable energy or other relevant subjects with a minimum of eight years of postdoctoral experience. Alternatively, an MSc degree will be considered with at least ten years of relevant post-study work experience.
• Experience in using science knowledge for solving air pollution problems in collaboration with government and other stakeholders.
• Excellent management and coordination skills, with a proven track record of managing relevant large-scale programmes, including management of budgets.
• At least very good technical knowledge in the field of Air quality modelling or monitoring with sensors.
• Experience using analytical tools for understanding air pollution sources, impacts, and potential solutions.
• Good people manager with experience working in multicultural environments.
• Good networker, problem solver and solution seeker.
• Excellent communication and outreach skills, including presentation, verbal, and written abilities.
• Committed to advancing GESI. Experience in integration of gender equity and social inclusion into programming, applying inter-, multi-, and transdisciplinary approaches.
• Experience working in an international organisation with people from a wide range of cultures and nationalities.
• Prior experience in the HKH region.
• Working knowledge of, or interest in learning, languages of the HKH region.
• Strong understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing the HKH and other mountainous regions.
• Commitment to promoting and supporting gender equity and social inclusion.
• Experience with communicating to a diverse audience (e.g. media, conferences, funders).

Location: You will be working in a cross-cultural, impact-oriented environment at ICIMOD’s head office in Kathmandu, Nepal. Occasional travel in the HKH region will be required. Kathmandu is a lively and exciting place to live. People are friendly, living costs are comparatively inexpensive, food is delicious (with a range of local and international cuisines), and there are good local and international schools and a low crime rate. Nepal offers amazing trekking trails, white water rafting, and safaris, combined with a rich culture and charming yet lively nightlife.

Duration: The initial appointment will be for three years with a probation period of six months. Contract after December 2026 will be dependent on ICIMOD future funding levels and there is a possibility of extension subject to performance and continued funding.

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