Consultant: Local Climate Change Policy Expert
Consultancy, Research Jobs
- FBC Holdings
- Expires 10 Jul 2022
- Bulawayo
- Full Time
Job Description
Terms of References:
Background
In order to address the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic, which has had far fetching effects on the country’s ability to tackle climate change and implement climate related policies and strategies, the Government of Zimbabwe through the Ministry of Environment, Climate, Tourism and Hospitality Industry with support from FBC Bank Limited applied for financial resources from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) for the Green Resilient Recovery (GRR) Readiness Support project. The proposed GCF Green Resilient Rapid Readiness Support in Zimbabwe project will have the following expected outcomes:
a) Ensure that national plans are sensitive and responsive to COVID-19 related situations and continue to enhance climate resilience and mitigation action.
b) Development of one Green Resilient Recovery Strategy to respond to COVID-19 and similar pandemics developed in line with national recovery plans.
c) Development of financial models for implementation of the priority interventions in the Green Resilient Recovery Strategy.
1. Consultant: Local Climate Change Policy Expert
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Duties and Responsibilities
Duties
• Develop Inception Report, which will include: consultant’s work schedule and methodology, including proposed resources.
• Develop National Green Resilient Recovery Strategy and Investment Plan.
• Develop a diagnostic analysis report on impacts and opportunities on climate change policies, strategies and plans from the desktop review.
• Conduct stakeholder engagement and develop a consolidated Report on the outcomes of the stakeholder consultations.
• Develop a report on the outcomes of the stakeholder interviews and range of proposed measures.
• Develop a report on updated economic and fiscal models on the prioritized measures
• Develop a consolidated report of consultation workshops and list(s) of participants demonstrating a balance of stakeholders, which includes women, civil society and private sector participants.
• Carry out a Validation Workshop and Report for Green Resilient Recovery Strategy and Investment Plan.
Qualifications and Experience
Education and Experience
• At least a Master’s Degree in Environmental Policy and Planning, Development Studies, Environmental Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Climate or development finance or a related field and a minimum of 8 years’ experience working in the area relevant to Climate Change and this consultancy.
• Prior experience in climate-related policy and strategy formulation processes.
• Strong understanding of the climate policy and finance landscape in Zimbabwe.
• Strong expertise and experience in financial modelling.
• Familiarity with the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), Inter-governmental Panel on Climate Change
(IPCC) methodology and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
• Fluency in English and any other local languages
How to Apply
Duration: The assignment is expected to start in July 2022 and is spread over 12 months.
Application Procedure
a) Qualified candidates are requested to indicate their ability and availability to undertake the terms of reference above on or before 10 July 2022
b) Your application consisting of three sets should be submitted to the Project Coordinator, Investment Banking, FBC Holdings Limited,5th Floor, 45 Nelson Mandela Avenue, Harare clearly marked – “Climate Change Policy Expert Consultancy for the “Green Resilient RapidRecovery Project” consisting of:
i. An application letter
ii. Curriculum Vitae (CV) including reference letters.
iii. Technical proposal with a clear methodology that the candidate expects to use
iv. A financial proposal should be submitted with proof of daily rate from previous assignment undertaken.
c) The selection will be on the basis of technical evaluation & financial offer using the following criteria:
i. Cover Letter – explaining the motivation for applying, how the qualifications and skill-set of the candidate are suitable for this position.
ii. Relevant educational qualifications of the candidate.
iii. Technical proposal and methodology to carry out the consultancy.
iv. Financial proposal.
