Expert for KIP project for Gambia, Sierra Leone and Seychelles

Conduct national HFC surveys and prepare KIP project documents.

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Overview

Conduct national HFC surveys and prepare KIP project documents.

You have:

  • Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in engineering or environmental science or related area.
  • A first university degree with a combination of two years professional and academic qualifications may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
  • A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in engineering, environmental science, or related field.
  • Knowledge of technical issues of ozone depleting substances, experience in the implementation of Montreal Protocol activities and experience in data collection, review and management of HFCs or related substances is an added advantage.
  • Fluency in oral and written English is required.
  • Working knowledge of another UN language is desirable.

Result of Service The ultimate result of consultancy is the conduct and completion of the HFC national survey and the preparation of the corresponding survey report and of the KIP project documents

Work Location Nairobi

Expected duration 12 Months

Duties and Responsibilities UNEP is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development with the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment.

UNEP is an Implementing Agency of the Multilateral Fund for the Implementation of the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer. UNEP’s OzonAction’s Compliance Assistance Programme (CAP) provides global management services to ensure that National Ozone Units (NOUs) are provided adequate advisory services, capacity building and technical assistance to implement activities approved by the Multilateral Fund’s Executive Committee. At the same time, the global programme management services ensure that the Executive Committee receives timely, accurate, relevant and highquality project proposals, financial and substantive reports, and information about the implementation of actions on the ground. At the 87th, 88th and 90th ExCom and in line with the request of the Government of Gambia, Seychelles, and Sierra Leone submitted through UNEP as lead implementing agency, ExCom approved funds for the preparation of the KIP of Gambia, Seychelles, and Sierra Leone. With the objective of establishing the basis for the preparation of the KIP, UNEP requires a consultant to guide the conducting of national HFCs surveys and preparation of the KIP projects in Gambia, Seychelles, and Sierra Leone.

This position is located in UNEP Law Division, Africa Office. During the assignment, the consultant will work under the supervision of the Montreal Protocol Regional Network Coordinator of Anglophone Network of Ozone Officers

Qualifications/special skills Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in engineering or environmental science or related area. A first university degree with a combination of two years professional and academic qualifications may be accepted in lieu of the advance degree. A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in engineering, environmental science, or related field. Knowledge of technical issues of ozone depleting substances, experience in the implementation of Montreal Protocol activities and experience in data collection, review and management of HFCs or related substances is an added advantage

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of another UN language is desirable

No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with the Montreal Protocol implementation? This question aims to assess your familiarity and previous involvement with related international agreements. Talk about specific projects or initiatives you have worked on and your role in them.
How do you approach data collection and management for environmental projects? The interviewer wants to understand your methodology and organization skills in handling data. Pro members can see the explanation.
What challenges do you foresee in conducting surveys on HFCs in multiple countries? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure effective communication with stakeholders in different countries? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your experience in providing technical advisory services in environmental projects? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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