Achim Steiner

Achim Steiner is a treasured economist, best known as the current Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme. Alongside this, he is also the Chairman of the United Nations Sustainable Development Group. Passionate to implement positive change in society, Achim has devoted his career to the sustainability industry and is treasured for his driven workplace mindset. With over 20 years of specialist experience in his field, Achim has become a must-see speaker for audiences of all ages and backgrounds. When looking to hire an experienced sustainability speaker to attend your future events, look no further than Achim today.

Beginning his professional career at the Rural Regional Development Department, Achim secured a role in the International Union for Conservation of Nature in 1991. Developing a wide range of skills and knowledge throughout this position, he became a Chief Technical Advisor for the Mekong River Commission before becoming the Secretary General of the World Commission of Dams. In 2006, Achim was elected as the Director of the United Nations Environment Programme, allowing him to implement his specialist knowledge into the industry. Working his way up the organisation, Achim was appointed the Director-General of the United Nations Office in Nairobi in 2009. An expert in his field, he also served as a Chair for the United Nations System Chief Executives Board for Coordination and the United Nations Environment Management Group.

After taking a step back from UNEP in 2016, Achim secured the profound role of Director of the Oxford Martin School. Alongside this, he was also appointed Envoy of the Chair of the Disaster Displacement by the Federal Government of Germany. Treasured for his remarkable career, in 2017, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres appointed Achim as the United Nations Development Programme’s Administrator. In recognition of his powerful sustainability knowledge, he was also appointed to Co-Chair the Task Force on Digital Financing of Sustainable Development Goals. An inspirational figure throughout his industry, Achim is now passionate to share his expertise with audiences globally.

A leading authority in the sustainability industry, Achim Steiner is now highly sought-after to attend speaking engagements internationally. Having been awarded the Slovak Republic’s gold medal for Diplomatic Service, his illustrious career has been recognised by professionals globally. With many years of experience advising companies of all sizes, his specialist knowledge and information are transforming the sustainability industry. When looking to hire a passionate sustainability speaker to attend your next event, do not hesitate in contacting Champions Speakers to book Achim today.