EMPLOYMENT

The COP31 Talent Register (the Register) provides all eligible members of the community with the opportunity to register for upcoming temporary employment opportunities with the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water's (DCCEEW) COP31 team. Who we are Australia is bidding to host the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change's 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31) in 2026, in partnership with the Pacific. If successful, COP31 will be held over three weeks in November 2026 in Adelaide. COPs are one of the largest international meetings in the world with representatives from governments (at all levels), civil society and global media coming together every year to address the collective impacts of climate change. The Register will be used to fill a broad range of exciting APS 4 to Executive Level 2 roles across COP31 Corporate & Event Operations, Policy and Executive Support functions, to support early foundational COP31 planning. The Register is open to APS employees as well members of the community with relevant experience to potentially join the COP31 team. For more information on the UNFCCC and COPs, visit the UNFCCC site here . Your application will remain active until November 2026, and you may be contacted at any time about available opportunities. The key duties of the position include Who are we looking for? We are seeking high performing professionals to work in Operations, Policy and Executive Support roles. Previous experience in major event delivery will be considered favourably. Please see the Functional Areas descriptions below for more details about each proposed section. The COP31 Operations function manages all logistical and operational components of the event and will require people who have knowledge and experience across a range of functions. We are seeking candidates with skills and experience in one or more of the following areas: Accommodation Administration and Executive Support Corporate capabilities including Human Resources, Finance, Governance, Risk Management Corporate Partnerships Event Coordination, Integration and Readiness Digital, Creative and Event Experience Procurement and Contract Management Program Planning and Project Management Sustainability Accreditation Airports Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) Protocol and Liaison Services Security Strategic Communications and Media Transport Venue Delivery and Management (including venue operations and design) and Catering. The COP31 Policy function is responsible for policy design and engagement on COP31 outcomes. This includes a successful multilateral negotiation agenda, design and development of policy outcomes, and the development of strong relationships with international and domestic stakeholders. We are expanding our teams and searching for dedicated professionals with a range of skills and experience. We are particularly interested in candidates who can contribute to the following key areas: Administration and Executive Support International Engagement - Pacific and Global Climate and Energy Policy Development Policy First Nations Policy and Engagement Multilateral Negotiations Stakeholder Engagement Trade and Investment While the COP31 team is geographically dispersed, the core COP31 team is based in Canberra. Short-term domestic and international travel maybe required for roles on COP31. A willingness to work outside core hours and travel at short notice may also be required, although maintenance of a safe and sensible working environment will be a priority for the COP31 Team. As an organisation, we want to cultivate representation and leadership that authentically reflects and serves the diverse needs and aspirations of the community. We therefore strongly encourage applications from across the community including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, people of the LGBTIQA community, mature age people and carers. A job with DCCEEW's COP31 Team offers: an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in the delivery of a key priority of the Australian Government a respectful, inclusive and safe workplace where you are supported to perform at your best attractive remuneration package including generous employer superannuation contributions and allowances support for mutually beneficial flexible work arrangements, such as part time work, working from home or remotely (where operational requirements allow) the opportunity to work with dynamic and experienced leaders who encourage and support you, to achieve your career ambitions.