National consultant Finance - Capacity Assessment for the Ministry of Environment

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Result of Service To have a costed capacity plan for the new Ministry of Environment and Climate Change in Somalia. A plan that sets out what capacities and types of capacities are needed to deliver on both the National Development plan and the Ministries new strategy. This plan will also link to the National Adaptation Plan and the National Determined contributions and the National Environmental Strategic Action Plan (NESAP). The plan will also have a clear operational and management approach that sets out how the Ministry will ensure stability; help remove barriers to accessing climate finance and have clear training and capacity building needs.

Work Location Somalia and Nairobi and sometimes in the field.

Expected duration initially 3 months

Duties and Responsibilities Somalia has been and continues to face an increasing number of threats due to climate change multiplied by extensive environmental degradation, unsustainable land use, widespread deforestation which worsen cyclical droughts and floods. All these factors play a major role in intensifying conflict amid poverty, political instability, and insecurity. Flooding along the Shabelle Watershed has led to death, displacement, destruction of agricultural land and outbreaks of water-borne diseases. Extreme weather conditions have been increasing in frequency and intensity due to climate change. Recurrent floods (and droughts) underscore the need for nature focused interventions to address water and land mismanagement, riverbank breakages, soil erosion and degradation that increase flood risks and food insecurity. Conflict management will benefit from disaster risk approaches, environmental mediation, and resilient water resource management in times of scarcity due to droughts. The gains made through sustained humanitarian actions will be compromised if flood and drought risk continue to be high among the riverine communities along the Shabelle (especially among farmers and agro-pastoralists) with subsequent negative impacting political, social and peacebuilding efforts. According to the 2021 Fact sheet on Somalia by Sipri “There is clear evidence that climate impacts like droughts and floods are worsening livelihood conditions in Somalia, marginalizing affected groups and contributing to grievances and community tensions: with implications for ongoing conflict”. The current UN in Somalia’s mandate from the UN Security Council states: “further recognising the adverse effects of climate change, other ecological changes, natural disasters, among other factors, on the stability of Somalia, including through drought, desertification, land degradation and food insecurity”. The Federal Government of Somalia has recently setup the new Ministry of Environment and Climate Change with a clear mandate to support adaptation and environmental sustainability. Being a new entity there is a request to support the capacity building of the Ministry to enable it to achieve the goals set out by the setting up of this important Government department.

UNEP is seeking one national consultant that have expertise in capacity assessments for Ministries of Environment on finance and strengthening of fiduciary compliance around climate financing in Ministries of Environment. The overall objective is to send a multi-disciplined team to Mogadishu to work with the technical teams of the Ministry of Environment and the Leadership to understand priorities and needs of the Ministry. This consultancy will be part of that overall goal but will be focusing more on the fiduciary risks associated with accessing climate finance. Through a deep understanding and a comprehensive analysis of the needs a clear picture will be pulled together that will provide the Ministry a clear road map for implementing clear fiduciary plans. This work will also help the Ministry to form the climate financing unit needed and required to meet not only its goals but also help smoothly access and implement climate financing, help in the effective and efficient coordination with Ministry of Finance and will help in the technical oversight and delivery of policy and enforcement of environmental regulations.

1. Conduct analysis of the Ministries plans and strategies including NAP, NESAP, NDC, NDP9 2. Conduct analysis of current Structures and teams in the Ministry and in the Ministry of Finance. 3. Conduct analysis of other Federal Government Systems around the world with similar structures that could be used as a model for Somalia. 4. Conduct stakeholder consultation (for e.g. interviews, focus groups, etc.) and analysis from donors and from partners, UN agencies and CSOs as well as other Government Ministries and departments on the structure, gaps and needs for the Ministry of the Environment. 5. Provide recommendations on Structure of the different units in the Ministry and the Ministry of Finance. 6. Provide recommendations on Capacity needs and training gaps as well as staffing gaps and technical team’s requirements including costing out the recommended structure and training needs. 7. Set out a costing methodology for capacity needs and a plan of action for possible funding for the capacity gaps. 8. Support the design a strategy for implementation of the recommendations and how to implement 9. Detailed final Report.

1. Deliverables: An Inception Report which includes a proposal of methodologies and detailed work plan followed by inception meeting Time: 5 days after signing of the contract Payment: 30% after acceptance and adoption of the inception report 2 Conduct background and literature review and analysis of different country contexts. 3 Conduct field data collection & stakeholder consultation and key Informant reviews 4 Draft report Time: 40 days Payment: 20% after presentation of draft report. 5 Presentation of draft report for review and input 6 Uptake of findings by wider group of stakeholders and workshop of creative solution oriented recommendations and produce Final Report Time: 15 days Payment: 50%

Qualifications/special skills An advanced degree in environmental studies or financial management/economics, or social and political sciences, development studies, or related field. Proven experience in understanding financial accounting and management strategies around climate financing and in capacity building programs working in Somalia and with international ethical standards. At least 4 years’ working experience in relevant sectors by the team lead for conducting similar assignments. Knowledge and experience in financial risks issues in Somalia. Knowledge of capacity planning and costing methodologies in Ministries of Finance. Proven experience in the development of technical documents, reports in an accurate and concise manner. Proven capacity and experience of Climate financing methodologies and practicalities for ensuring Green climate financing readiness Proven capacity to plan and manage capacity building operations and logistics. Knowledge and professional experience in conflict management and state capacity building. Excellent analytical and leadership skills.

Languages Fluency in English is required with excellent drafting skills.

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