CONSULTANT - TECHNICAL EDITOR

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JOB DETAILS: Type of contract : Consultant Contract Level : Level 2 - Middle Hiring Unit : Natural Sciences Sector (SC) Duty Station : Perugia: Work location : Remote: Duration of contract : 11 months Hiring open to : External candidates Application deadline (Midnight UTC+2 Time) : 26/04/2026 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism BACKGROUND: The United Nations World Water Development Report (UN WWDR) is UNESCO's flagship publication on freshwater, serving as an authoritative source of information and a key reference for informing water-related policies and strategies globally, regionally, and nationally. Produced by the UNESCO World Water Assessment Programme (WWAP) on behalf of UN-Water, the report synthesizes the work of 30 UN agencies and international partners. The UN WWDR 2027 will focus on the critical theme of "Water and Health," exploring the intricate linkages between water resources, sanitation, hygiene, and public health outcomes worldwide. Founded in 2000 by UNESCO, The UN World Water Assessment Programme (WWAP) of UNESCO equips water managers and key decision-makers with the data, knowledge and analytical...