NDC Coordinator Climate Finance (CCF) for Argentina

Result of Service The CCF will contribute to the achievement of the expected Outcomes and Outputs of the NDC Action Project in Argentina. This will include supporting the NDC National Coordinator for Argentina in the implementation of the NDC Action Project to research and develop climate action finance work lines for the sectors prioritized by the project for the implementation of the Argentinian’ NDC and with focus on the national adaptation and mitigation plan.

Ultimate Result of the Service: ¿ The project meets its objectives and achieves expected outcomes in the project document regarding the development of finance work lines for the sectors prioritized. ¿ Activities of the NDC Action Project were coordinated with the National Climate Change Cabinet –NCCC– for the implementation of the National NDC and the National Adaptation and Mitigation Plan. ¿ Finance work lines and new proposals of climate finance were developed for the NDC Action Project.

Activities Overview:

¿ Support the NDC National Coordinator in the integration of finance work lines in the implementation process of the NDC Argentina and the National Adaptation and Mitigation Plan. ¿ Co-drafting and provide technical support of all products assigned to local consultants regarding climate finance. ¿ Give support with financing information, research and updates to the NDC Action National Coordinator and the Ministry of the Environment. ¿ Provide local insights about strategies of climate financing.

Work Location Ministry of Environment of Argentina, Buenos Aires, Argentina

Expected duration 6 months

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

The UNEP Latin America and the Caribbean Office (LACO), located in Panama City, works closely with the 33 countries of the region and its activities are integrated into the Medium Term Strategy and the Programme of Work approved by the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA). The project entitled “Nationally-Determined Contributions (NDC) Action – Facilitating implementation of climate-resilient and low-carbon development aligned with national and global goals” will be implemented in Argentina by United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Copenhagen Climate Center (UNEP-CCC) in close collaboration with identified national institutions.

To achieve the adaptation and mitigation goals of the Nationally-Determined Contributions (NDCs), countries need to translate their broad NDCs into specific actions. NDCs typically list these actions, but the descriptions often lack specificity and details and are generally weak on institutional arrangements and transparency. By translating each NDC into sectoral portfolios of policies and programmes, the project will bridge the gap between the content of the NDCs and the information and capacity required for their implementation.

Aligning with Argentinas´s own NDC priorities, the NDC Action Project bridges this gap. The project will secure a multi-stakeholder and high-level engagement; provide the technical support to strengthen the capacity of Line Ministries and Sub-regional government bodies responsible for NDC implementation; support development of a portfolio of sectoral policies and programmes for two priority sectors selected in each country; support development of investment plans in these sectors; and facilitate experience-sharing, both among the partner countries and beyond.

Key elements of the programme include the strengthening of NDC relevant institutions and multi-stakeholder consultation mechanisms, the preparation of a portfolio of policies and programmes for two prioritized sectors in the country, the mainstreaming of NDCs into climate-friendly investment plans and the support for the development of finance-ready proposals, as well as sharing of lessons learnt across sectors, countries, and regions. NDC Action Project supports countries to accelerate NDC implementation in the following ways: - Build on partner countries’ existing NDC coordination mechanisms and reinforce them where needed. - Support partner countries translate their NDCs into sectoral strategies and actions, including climate-friendly investment plans, ready for financing and implementation. - Build institutional capacity among the ministries and multi-stakeholders through training programmes to lead to concrete investments in two priority sectors selected by each partner country; - Facilitate peer-learning at the regional level among partner countries and beyond to foster the uptake of proven policies, programmes, and financing schemes for accelerated NDC implementation.

The Climate Change Unit of UNEP LACO is looking for a NDC Coordinator Climate Finance (CCF) for Argentina’s NDC Action Project, who will support the project coordination in accomplishing the project objectives particularly with the development of climate action finance work lines for the sectors prioritized by the project for the implementation of the Argentinian’ NDC.

The CCF will be based in the Ministry of Environment ’s offices in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The incumbent will work 40 hours per week, from Monday to Friday, full time and will be supervised by the Head of the Climate Change Unit for Latin America and the Caribbean Office of UNEP.

Qualifications/special skills ACADEMIC: ¿ Bachelor´s Degree in international affairs, international relations, public policy, public administration, environmental sciences or economics (required). ¿ Master´s degree in public administration, public policy, science and technology policy, development, economics, or socio-economic related field is required.

PROFESSIONAL: ¿ At least 8 years of experience in areas of work related to policy development, environmental policy, climate change policy and/or analysis and institutional assessment and capacity building in relation to climate change, mitigation, adaptation, or climate project (required). ¿ Experience in climate finance (required) ¿ Experience working with national and local governments is desirable. ¿ Experience working with partnerships civil society organizations is desirable. ¿ Experience working in international funding projects for National Governments desirable.

LANGUAGE: ¿ Fluent in Spanish is (required) ¿ Fluent in English is (required).

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

PROFESSIONALISM:

¿ Excellent understanding of global and national climate change issues in particular related to climate knowledge management, and climate finance. ¿ Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to climate change mitigation and adaptation planning. ¿ Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. ¿ Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns;

TEAMWORK:

¿ Experience in teamwork, with recognition in the field of their specialty to cooperate with consultants of other specialties. ¿ Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others.

PLANNING AND ORGANIZING:

¿ Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

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.