Careers at ICLEI: Join Our Sustainability Team
ICLEI is a team of urban sustainability professionals.
ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability
We have over 600 international staff with technical, managerial, policy and communications expertise in engineering, finance, natural and social sciences, government and consulting. Our diverse and talented staff are all driven by a desire to support cities to become zero carbon, resilient, biodiverse, resource-efficient, and to green their infrastructure and urban economy.
Why Choose a Career with ICLEI?
- To work with an internationally diverse team
- To live your passion for sustainable development
- To share best practices with other regions
- To experience a supportive work culture
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Deadline: 10 December 2025
Senior Research Officer, Urban Research, Innovation, and Development
The successful candidate will be a part of the international ICLEI World Secretariat team based in Bonn, Germany, and will be placed within the Urban Research, Innovation, and Development Team. Key responsibilities include providing strategic support for the Global Research & Innovation Strategy, project acquisition and proposal writing, as well as project delivery and reporting.
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Deadline: 15 December 2025
Junior Officer, Resilient Development
The successful candidate will be a part of the international ICLEI World Secretariat team based in Bonn, Germany, and will be placed within the Resilient Development Team. Key responsibilities include project coordination, reporting, and delivery support, as well as contributing to several ongoing projects and initiatives across the team.
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Deadline: 7 November 2025
Service Provider for Google Ads Grant Management
ICLEI is seeking a Grant Manager to oversee Google Ads Grant campaigns, optimize traffic to ICLEI websites, and ensure full compliance with grant requirements. The role includes developing high-performing ads, managing multiple monthly campaigns, and collaborating with ICLEI’s Global Communications Team to boost visibility and engagement.
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Africa
ICLEI Africa Secretariat
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Canada
ICLEI Canada Office
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East Asia
ICLEI East Asia Secretariat
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Europe
ICLEI European Secretariat
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South America
ICLEI South America Secretariat (português)
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South America
ICLEI South America Secretariat (español)
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South Asia
ICLEI South Asia Secretariat
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Southeast Asia
ICLEI Southeast Asia Secretariat
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USA
ICLEI USA
Contact:
Petra Heinevetter
Head, HR and Administration

