Job Summary
The Third National Communication (TNC) is a report that Zimbabwe, as a
signatory to the UNFCCC, is obliged to compile regularly and submit to the United
Nations. The key components of the report include the national inventory of the
greenhouse, an impact analysis and vulnerability assessment of key sectors of the
economy to the adverse impacts of climate change in Zimbabwe, analysis of
greenhouse gases mitigation options and possible measures of reducing emissions
of greenhouse gases while advancing sustainable development plans and
programmes of Zimbabwe, and information on programmes including measures
aimed at facilitating adequate adaptation to the adverse impacts of climate
change.
Description
A call for consultancy is hereby made for the following areas under the TNC:
National circumstances
National greenhouse gases inventory,
Impact analysis and vulnerability assessment of key sectors of the economy to the
adverse impacts of climate change in Zimbabwe,
GHG mitigation in Zimbabwe,
Climate change education and training,
Assessment of systematic observation network and technology needs assessments
Requirements
Qualifications
University degree in Geography, GIS, Forestry, Environment, Natural Resources
Management, Energy or a related discipline, preferably with specialization in climate
change, or a closely matching field,
Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible relevant professional experience in
GHG inventories, V & A assessments, training, capacity building, project
implementation in the areas of environment, forestry, climate change, and carbon
accounting and Land Use, Land Use Change, and Forestry [LULUCF))
Working knowledge, preferably through personal participation, of international
negotiations on climate change under UNFCCC, and the non-Annex I stance on
substantive issues of climate change
Familiarity with the National Communication Programme
Competencies
Strong leadership, co-ordination, and project management skills, including excellent
time management, problem solving, and organizational abilities
Excellent analytical skills and the ability to work systematically
Good communication and networking skills
Team-oriented interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team.
Remuneration
UNEP consultancy regulations will apply, not exceeding the allocated budget.
Method of Application
Applicants are requested to submit a detailed curriculum vitae and proposal which
shall include the material and methods that will be used to accomplish the task.
The proposal should not be more than 2 pages.
The closing date is 20th September, 2013.
All proposals should be sealed and addressed to the Climate Change Office,
Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources Management, 11th Floor, Kaguvi
Building, Cnr Fourth and Central Avenue, Harare. Submission can be done in
person at the Ministry Registry Office or email to:
climatechangezim[at]gmail.com
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