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Consultant

Overview

Conduct a study on Biosphere Reserve governance in Southeast Asia.

You have:

• Master of Science Degree in Environment and Natural Resources Management and/or Forestry is required.
• At least 15 years of experience in conservation, environmental assessment, and natural resources management is mandatory.
• Excellent oral and written skills in English are essential.
• Experience working with relevant ministries and international organizations in Asia and the Pacific is desirable.

Contract

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Short Description ----------------- Dear Sir/Madam, You are invited to submit an offer to conduct A Study of Biosphere Reserve Governance in Southeast Asia in accordance with the attached Terms of Reference (TOR). Your offer comprising of technical and financial proposal should reach UNESCO Office, Jakarta, no later than 15 February 2021, to the following address: UNESCO Office, Jakarta Jalan Galuh (II) No. 5, Jakarta 12110, Indonesia SEALED PROPOSAL - DO NOT OPEN or by email to: [email protected] Please quote in the subject/reference: Ref: JAK/QUO/21/SC/WES/001 – A Study of Biosphere Reserve Governance in Southeast Asia Closing Date: 15 February 2021 This letter is not to be construed in any way as an offer to contract with your firm/institution. Your proposal could, however, form the basis for a contract between your company and UNESCO. You are requested to acknowledge the receipt of this letter and to indicate whether or not you will be submitting a proposal. For this purpose, and for any requests for clarification, please contact Ms Adhe Wulandari ([email protected]). For and on behalf of UNESCO Office, Jakarta: Hans Thulstrup Senior Programme Specialist for Water and Environmental Sciences **OVERVIEW** ------------ Grade : Level 4 Parent Sector : Field Office Duty Station: Jakarta Job Family: Natural Sciences Type of contract : Non Staff Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months Recruitment open to : External candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 15-FEB-2021 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- 1\. Background UNESCO’s Biosphere Reserves and other UNESCO-designated sites in Asia and the Pacific play an important function as “models for sustainable development” – sites at which new and innovative and integrated approaches and practices in research, education, management and governance are implemented and communicated to the public. Governance practices in UNESCO-designated sites generate new information and knowledge with the potential for replication on wider scale in support of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals. With member states across the region committed to the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and related goals and targets, such “model approaches” will be in high demand, providing ideal conditions for ensuring a significant project impact, far beyond its direct beneficiaries and timespan. UNESCO’s Biosphere Reserves – now counting 714 sites in 129 countries around the world – are recognized and positioned as “science for sustainability support sites”. Biosphere Reserves are special places for testing interdisciplinary approaches to understanding and managing changes and interactions between social and ecological systems, including conflict prevention and management of biodiversity. As such, Biosphere Reserves are ideally positioned to serve as hubs for the development and implementation of good governance mechanisms – informed by the principles of Sustainability Science and towards the realization of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals. UNESCO Office Jakarta requests proposals from competent individual with extensive experience in conducting research to submit technical and financial proposals based on the following Terms of Reference. Long Description ---------------- 2\. Objectives The overall objective of the advertised task is to enhance capacities and knowledge about sustainable governance of UNESCO-designated sites among key stakeholders and decision makers through pilot research projects, knowledge transfer, capacity development activities. 3\. Outputs The expected outputs of the task are: 1\. Identification of three pilot sites in Asia and the Pacific, at least one of which should be located in the Southeast Asia sub-region; 2\. A detailed comparative analysis of governance practices at each site; 3\. A detailed set of recommendations for how governance mechanisms at each pilot site can be optimized; 4\. An outline training course tailored for Biosphere Reserve managers and key stakeholders at each site with the objective of strengthening governance practices; 5\. A final report detailing the work undertaken towards 1-4. Long Description ---------------- 4\. Activities In close consultation and coordination with UNECO, the Contractor will be responsible for carrying out a series of tasks including: 1\. Submit to UNESCO Office Jakarta a work plan and timeline for carrying out the project. (5% of consultant’s time) 2\. Conduct research and assessment of each selected Biosphere Reserve. (40% of consultant’s time) This activity should cover but not limited to: a. Identification of three pilot Biosphere Reserves; b. Assessment and development a governance comparison of the selected sites; and c. Consultation with concerned ministries and local stakeholders to assess how the Biosphere Reserve concept is implemented and communicated. 3\. Propose recommendations to be implemented at the selected sites, (35% of consultant’s time) including: a. Recommendations on the optimization of governance practices aimed at enhancing the contribution of each site to the global Sustainable Development Goals; b. An outline training course tailored to each site to serve as the basis capacity building activities targeting Biosphere Reserve managers and other key stakeholders with the objective of strengthening governance practices; and 4\. Present the result of the study and recommendations at a multi-stakeholder workshop and submit a final report with details of all aspects of the work undertaken for approval by UNESCO (20% of consultant’s time). Long Description ---------------- 5\. Timing Total contract period should be no more than 6 months. 6\. Reporting No. Deliverable Deadline 1 Detailed work plan and timeline 2 weeks after signing the contract 2 Draft report, in English 4 months after signing the contract 3 Present the result of the study and recommendation from the report in a multi-stakeholder workshop 5 months after signing the contract 4 (1) Final report, in English (2) Certified financial statement 6 months after signing the contract **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) **-** ----- For detailed information, please consult the [UNESCO Competency Framework](https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/competency_framework_e.pdf). **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** --------------------------- 7\. Eligibility/ qualification/ experience requirements Working experience and fields of expertise: • Individual consultant with a Master of Science Degree in Environment and Natural Resources Management and/or Forestry. • At least 15 years’ experience working in the field of conservation, environmental assessment, natural resources management, • Specialized in environmental assessments or nature resource management, with strong understanding in: Biosphere Reserves, community development, biodiversity conservation, forestry, natural resource management, environmental laws and other relevant issues. Language • Excellent oral and written skills in English, in particular the ability to draft documents and express views in a clear and concise manner. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- • Extensive experience working with relevant ministries in Asia and the Pacific, and international organizations is desirable. **BUDGET** ----------- 8\. Budget/ Basis of fees The budget proposal should include: • Costs associated with the development of the study. • Costs associated with the operational and logistic costs. • Honorarium **SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS** ------------------------------------- Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the [UNESCO careers website.](https://careers.unesco.org/careersection/2/joblist.ftl) No modifications can be made to the application submitted. The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates. Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided. **Footer** ---------- UNESCO applies a zero tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieve and sustain gender parity among its staff members in all categories and at all grades. Furthermore, UNESCO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities, as well as nationals from non-and under-represented Member States [(last update here)](https://en.unesco.org/careers/geographicaldistribution) are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality. Worldwide mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts. UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

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