Background The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations system designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional levels. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of global consensus on environmental issues by keeping the environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action. The UNEP established the Caribbean Environment Programme (CEP) as one of its Regional Seas Programmes in recognition of the importance and value of the Wider Caribbean Region’s (WCR) fragile and vulnerable coastal and marine ecosystems, including endemic plants and animals and the importance of these resources to the sustainable development of the region. This led to the adoption of an Action Plan in 1981 and the development and adoption of the Cartagena Convention for the Protection and Development of the Wider Caribbean Region on 24 March 1983. The Convention, which came into force in 1986, aims to protect and preserve the Caribbean Sea's marine environment by promoting cooperation among the countries of the Wider Caribbean Region. The Cartagena Convention Secretariat (CCS) plays a crucial role in facilitating communication and collaboration among Contracting Parties and member countries of the CEP, organising meetings, providing technical assistance, and coordinating efforts to address the region’s various environmental issues. It also supports the implementation of the Convention's three Protocols: 1. The Oil Spills Protocol (1983): Focusing on the prevention, control, and reduction of oil spill incidents. 2. The Specially Protected Areas and Wildlife (SPAW) Protocol (1990): Focusing on the protection of endangered and threatened marine and coastal species and their habitats. 3. The Land-Based Sources of Marine Pollution (LBS) Protocol (1999): Focusing on reducing pollution from land-based activities, such as sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial discharges. The Cartagena Convention and its Protocols are supported by four specialized Regional Activity Centres (RACs): the Regional Marine Pollution Emergency Information and Training Center for the Wider Caribbean (RAC-REMPEITC-Caribe), hosted by the Government of Curaçao working in close collaboration with the International Maritime Organization for the Oil Spills Protocol; the Regional Activity Centre for Specially Protected Areas and Wildlife (SPAW-RAC), hosted by the Government of France in Guadeloupe for the SPAW Protocol; and the Institute of Marine Affairs in Trinidad and Tobago (RAC-IMA) and the Centre of Research and Environmental Management of Transport in Cuba (RAC-CIMAB), hosted by the Governments of Trinidad and Tobago and Cuba respectively, both for the LBS Protocol. The operations of the CCS are financed through a combination of sources. These include contributions from Contracting Parties and Member Countries, funding from international organisations and agencies, donor funding and grants, and partnerships and collaborations with other regional and international organisations, governments, and non-governmental organisations (NGOs). These are often used to leverage additional resources and expertise for implementing projects and initiatives under the Convention. Even with the above, there is a growing need for the Secretariat to assist Contracting Parties and Member States and respond to new challenges. An expanding biannual work programme requires access to sustainable financing. While the Caribbean Trust Fund (CTF) plays an essential role in financing the activities and initiatives of the CCS, there is growing need to meet the increasing demands and financial needs of the various programmes, projects, and initiatives carried out under the Cartagena Convention and its Protocols. There is also a need to sustainably manage existing and new funding to ensure sustainability of the Secretariat and provide a mechanism for greater coordination and capacity building at the regional and national levels. Securing additional and sustainable financing is essential for the Cartagena Convention Secretariat to effectively address the complex and evolving challenges facing Governments of Wider Caribbean Region. It will enable expansion, as appropriate, of the scope and impact of its projects and activities, and ensure the long-term success and sustainability of its programs and initiatives. The CCS is, therefore, seeking a resource mobilisation expert with up-to-date knowledge of the work of the Cartagena Convention to develop a resource mobilisation strategy with a proposed results-oriented action plan. The consultant is expected to do: 1. an Inception Report and a Detailed Work Plan 2. a situational analysis report on the current funding landscape and the Secretariat's financial needs, including a proposed outline for the Resource Mobilization Strategy. 3. a comprehensive Resource Mobilization Strategy document, including an implementation plan, timeline, and budget. 4. a training and capacity-building programme for Secretariat staff and member states in mobilizing and leveraging resources and developing and maintaining partnerships for the CCS. 5. a final report summarizing the consultancy's activities, findings, and recommendations.

Qualifications/special skills

A Bachelor’s degree in finance, international development, business administration or related field A master's degree in finance, international development, or business administration or related field is desirable. Ten years of experience in resource mobilization, fundraising, and partnership development, preferably in the environment, ocean governance, or related areas. Knowledge of the Cartagena Convention and the Wider Caribbean region's environmental context and funding initiatives is required. Five years of relevant experience in corporate fundraising, preferably in an international setting. Proven track record of generating significant funding. Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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