Industry: Government & Local Government Employment Type: Permanent Location: Harare Job Summary The Third National Communication (TNC) is a report that Zimbabwe, as a signatory to the UNFCCC, is obliged to compile regularly and submit to the United Nations. The key components of the report include the national inventory of the greenhouse, an impact analysis and vulnerability assessment of key sectors of the economy to the adverse impacts of climate change in Zimbabwe, analysis of greenhouse gases mitigation options and possible measures of reducing emissions of greenhouse gases while advancing sustainable development plans and programmes of Zimbabwe, and information on programmes including measures aimed at facilitating adequate adaptation to the adverse impacts of climate change. Description A call for consultancy is hereby made for the following areas under the TNC: National circumstances National greenhouse gases inventory, Impact analysis and vulnerability assessment of key sectors of the economy to the adverse impacts of climate change in Zimbabwe, GHG mitigation in Zimbabwe, Climate change education and training, Assessment of systematic observation network and technology needs assessments Requirements Qualifications University degree in Geography, GIS, Forestry, Environment, Natural Resources Management, Energy or a related discipline, preferably with specialization in climate change, or a closely matching field, Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible relevant professional experience in GHG inventories, V & A assessments, training, capacity building, project implementation in the areas of environment, forestry, climate change, and carbon accounting and Land Use, Land Use Change, and Forestry [LULUCF)) Working knowledge, preferably through personal participation, of international negotiations on climate change under UNFCCC, and the non-Annex I stance on substantive issues of climate change Familiarity with the National Communication Programme Competencies Strong leadership, co-ordination, and project management skills, including excellent time management, problem solving, and organizational abilities Excellent analytical skills and the ability to work systematically Good communication and networking skills Team-oriented interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team. Remuneration UNEP consultancy regulations will apply, not exceeding the allocated budget. Method of Application Applicants are requested to submit a detailed curriculum vitae and proposal which shall include the material and methods that will be used to accomplish the task. The proposal should not be more than 2 pages. The closing date is 20th September, 2013. All proposals should be sealed and addressed to the Climate Change Office, Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources Management, 11th Floor, Kaguvi Building, Cnr Fourth and Central Avenue, Harare. Submission can be done in person at the Ministry Registry Office or email to: climatechangezim[at]gmail Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Posted on: Thu, 12 Sep 2013 09:25:01 +0000