Former prime minister Kevin Rudd is reportedly being considered by the United Nations for a top-level job as an adviser on climate change.
Mr Rudd spent several days in New York last week meeting with UN officials.
UN Secretary-General Ban Kimoon is now considering creating a role for him as a top-level adviser on climate change, according to a "diplomatic source with knowledge of the plan," the Daily Telegraph reported today.
Mr Rudd's office has refused to comment on the possible UN move.
Labor's election campaign spokesman Chris Bowen hosed down the speculation.
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"I'm aware that Kevin Rudd has said he is recontesting the seat of Griffith and wants to remain a member of the house of representatives," Mr Bowen told ABC Radio.
Mr Rudd was well respected in international circles and the speculation was not entirely surprising however, Mr Bowen said.
"But my understanding of the arrangements is that he wants to stay in parliament and he will stay in parliament should he be re-elected by the people of Griffith."
