Printed Circuit Boards Industry Expert – UNIDO (Remote, 30 days)

Organization: United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)
Requisition ID: 5774
Grade: P4 (Specialist)
Duty Station: Home-Based
Contract Type: International Consultant (NonStaff – When Actually Employed)
Contract Duration: 30 working days
Application Deadline: 11 July 2025, 11:59 PM (Vienna time)

About UNIDO

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) is the UN agency specialized in promoting industrial development for poverty reduction, inclusive globalization, and environmental sustainability. Its work supports the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, with a focus on SDG 9: “Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation.”

UNIDO’s programmatic work is structured across four pillars:

Creating shared prosperity
Advancing economic competitiveness
Safeguarding the environment
Strengthening knowledge and institutions

This consultancy falls under the Division of Circular Economy and Green Industry (TCS/CEG), specifically the Circular Resource Efficiency Unit (TCS/CEG/CRE), which works to promote resource-efficient and circular production systems across industrial sectors.

Project Background

This assignment supports the EU-funded project “Support for small and medium-sized enterprises’ transition towards a green and circular economy”, implemented across eight Southern Mediterranean countries: Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Palestine, and Tunisia. The project seeks to:

Foster green jobs and sustainable industrial growth
Demonstrate resource-efficient and circular business models
Support capacity-building and regional cooperation through knowledge dissemination

Role and Responsibilities

The Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) Industry Expert will provide technical support to identify, document, and promote resource-efficient and circular economy practices in the PCB value chain, particularly in Tunisia, Morocco, Egypt, and Jordan.

Key Tasks and Deliverables

Main Duties	Outputs	Duration
Compile best practices for PCB design and manufacturing, focusing on material efficiency, sustainable materials, water and energy savings, and greener chemical management	Catalogue of resource efficiency best practices	10 working days
Document circular business models for PCBs, including enhanced end-of-life processing, component reuse, and collaborative recycling	Circular business model framework for PCBs	9 working days
Analyze the PCB value chain in the target countries, identifying key players, barriers, and enablers for CE adoption	High-level regional assessment with tailored recommendations	10 working days
Final reporting and presentation of findings to stakeholders	Final report and presentation	1 working day

All work will be conducted remotely, with virtual engagement of local stakeholders and UNIDO teams.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Advanced degree (Master’s or equivalent) in electrical/electronics engineering, chemical engineering, materials science, or environmental engineering

Professional Experience:

At least 7 years of experience in PCB manufacturing and optimization
Deep knowledge of the PCB supply chain and resource efficiency technologies
Prior experience in technical cooperation and circular economy projects
Strong analytical, research, and reporting skills

Languages:

Fluency in written and spoken English is required

Key Competencies

Integrity, professionalism, and respect for diversity
Ability to work results-oriented and manage complex assignments independently
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Innovative thinking and problem-solving mindset

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via the UNIDO Online Recruitment System. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Visit www.unido.org for full application details.

To apply for this job please visit careers.unido.org.