Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) is now inviting governments and relevant organisations to nominate eligible early-career individuals to participate in the fellowship program for the second global assessment of biodiversity and ecosystem services. This assessment was approved by the IPBES Plenary at its 11th session (IPBES-11/1) and aims to evaluate new knowledge since the release of the 2019 Global Assessment Report on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services, as well as assess progress toward achieving the goals of sustainability and living in harmony with nature. The assessment will provide policymakers with the necessary scientific data and analytical support to better understand and address global biodiversity and ecosystem service challenges. It will also facilitate interaction and collaboration among the academic community, policymakers and local communities, contributing to the promotion of sustainable development and environmental protection.

Candidates should have an interdisciplinary background in natural sciences, social sciences or humanities, with a particular focus on those with expertise in Indigenous and local knowledge. Selected fellows will have the opportunity to contribute to the preparation of assessment chapters and collaborate with a mentor.

Application Details:

• Interested candidates are invited to complete the application form and attach their curriculum vitae through the dedicated web portal (to access this page, you will need to log in with your IPBES website login credentials. Nominees not yet registered on the IPBES website will need to do so using this registration link). Please note that the nomination form is in English only and applications should be submitted in English, as the assessment process will be conducted in English; 
• Interested early-career individuals wishing to be nominated by a Government are encouraged to contact their IPBES National Focal Point regarding any country-specific processes or deadlines and are requested to fill out their application form by 28 March 2025.
• Nominators (Governments or organisations) should submit the nominations of all nominees, which they would like to support, before 6 April 2025. 

Organisation: Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES)