| Description |
IMPORTANT: This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders. Other applicants need not apply.
Global warming is happening now. Global temperatures have increased by approximately 0.7°C since the industrial revolution, and the rate of increase is quickening. The Fourth Technical Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change states unequivocally that human activity, in the form of greenhouse gas emissions, is contributing to this warming. The changes in temperature on the scale projected in some business-as-usual scenarios provide grounds for deep concern. At stake are the development achievements of past decades. Further, adapting to the impacts of climate change will require large amounts of funding, which could potentially have a detrimental impact on future development of affected countries.
The impacts of climate change on Mauritius will take various forms, act synergistically to produce complex effects on human beings and the natural environment, and will have detrimental effects on the entire population and sectors the economy. Some examples include, among others, reduced overall precipitation and changing patterns of precipitation (and hence availability of fresh water), increase in flash flooding (will have a negative effect on recharge of aquifers and increase in sedimentation), sea level rise (damage to coastal infrastructures, salt water intrusion in aquifers, loss of marine biodiversity etc …), increase in the intensity of cyclones, the potential for an increase in the incidence of tropical diseases, more frequent heat waves, and potential degradation of ecosystem services and natural capital.
Without the integration of climate change adaptation into core development processes, these risks are likely to jeopardize hard-won development gains. Although the government is dedicated to reducing climate change risks, inadequate technical, intellectual and financial capacity in the field of climate change adaptation undermines national efforts.
Mauritius is participating in a global project funded by the Government of Japan to integrate and mainstream climate change adaptation into the institutional framework and into core development policy, strategies and plans of the Republic. The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) will have oversight on the project implementation.
The objective of the project is “to integrate and mainstream climate change adaptation into the institutional framework and into core development policy, strategies and plans of the Republic of Mauritius (ROM)”. The project intends to build capacity to understand, analyse and react timeously to future climate change impacts within ROM. This will be facilitated by addressing the following outputs:
- Output 1: Dynamic, long-term planning mechanisms to manage the inherent uncertainties of climate change introduced.
- Output 2: Leadership capacities and institutional frameworks to manage climate change risks and opportunities in an integrated manner at the local, regional and national levels strengthened
- Output 3: Climate-resilient policies and measures in priority sectors implemented.
- Output 4: Financing options to meet national adaptation costs expanded at the local, national, sub-regional and regional levels.
- Output 5: Knowledge on adjusting national development processes to fully incorporate climate change risks and opportunities generated and shared across all levels.
| Duties and Responsibilities | The Project Coordinator is responsible for the overall management of the project for the fulfillment of project objectives. He/She will also liaise with other Adaptation Projects in the African Region and co-ordinate closely with, the Project Steering Committee, the participating host Government Ministries, as well as the UNDP environment programme office. He/she will undertake yearly operational planning and provide guidance on its day-to-day implementation. In doing this he/she shall be responsible for the effective and efficient implementation of the project activities to achieve stated objectives and for all substantive and managerial reports from the Project. In this respect, she/he will interact closely with the UNDP Environment and Energy Programme Unit. The main functions will cover: - Planning
- Management (general)
- Management (financial)
- Monitoring and evaluation
1. Planning - Ensure that baseline information needed to measure project impact is gathered in the inception phase of the project;
- Prepare and ensure timely submission of quarterly financial consolidated reports, quarterly consolidated progress reports, annual project implementation review reports, and other monitoring reports as may be required by UNDP;
- Disseminate project reports to and respond to queries from concerned stakeholders;
- Report progress of the project to the Steering Committee, technical meetings, and other appropriate forums;
- Implement Monitoring and Evaluation activities according to work plan and project document;
- Monitor project and product quality against established standards and specifications including the project logframe;
- Arrange for audit of all project accounts for each fiscal year;
- Work with the project team to conduct post-completion analysis of the project.
2. Management (general) - Supervise and coordinate the work of consultants and sub-contractors;
- Mobilize all project inputs in accordance with UNDP procedures for nationally executed projects;
- Manage procurement of goods and services, including preparation of bidding documents, under national procedures and required government’s guidelines and oversight of contracts;
- Organization and supervision of workshops and training needed during the project;
- Liaison with relevant ministries, national and international research institutes, NGOs and other relevant institutions in order to involve their staff in project activities, and to gather and disseminate information relevant to the project;
- Setting up small working groups for specific works;
- Prepare and maintain minutes of Steering Committee meetings in a timely manner appropriate to the proper progress of the works in line with the established project schedule;
- Oversee and organise any missions set during the period of the project lifetime;
- Oversees and participates in relevant field activities in the project site;
- Oversee the exchange and sharing of experiences and lessons learned with relevant conservation and development projects nationally and internationally;
- Manage project risks (cost, time and quality) and when necessary and in consultation with the project steering committee, make adjustments to project log-frame and management approach accordingly;
- Coordinate with other national adaptation programmes and related programmes on a regular basis;
- Manage relationships with project stakeholders including government agencies, donors, NGOs and other as required;
- Maintain regular contract with UNDP and Government implementing partners;
- Undertaking any other activities that may be assigned by the Steering Committee;
3. Management (financial) - Liaise with the Ministry of Finance and Economic Empowerment to allocate budget through the Programme-Based Budget (PBB);
- Responsible and accountable for the project funds;
- Ensure proper management of funds consistent with UNDP requirements, and budget planning and control;
4. Monitoring and evaluation - Ensure that baseline information needed to measure project impact is gathered in the inception phase of the project;
- Prepare and ensure timely submission of quarterly financial consolidated reports, quarterly consolidated progress reports, annual project implementation review reports, and other monitoring reports as may be required by UNDP;
- Disseminate project reports to and respond to queries from concerned stakeholders;
- Report progress of the project to the Steering Committee, technical meetings, and other appropriate forums;
- Implement Monitoring and Evaluation activities according to work plan and project document;
- Monitor project and product quality against established standards and specifications including the project logframe;
- Arrange for audit of all project accounts for each fiscal year;
- Work with the project team to conduct post-completion analysis of the project.
| Competencies | Technical Competencies: - Knowledge of climate change, particularly adaptation
- Analytical approach to problem solving
- Practical understanding and ability to apply logical framework approach to project development
- Strong project management skills
Corporate Competencies: - Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards
- Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
- Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter and is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments
- Treats all people fairly without favoritism
Functional Competencies: - Knowledge Management and Learning
- Promotes a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example
- Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills
- Seeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices from within and outside of the organisation
Communication - Speaks and writes clearly and effectively
- Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately
- Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having a two-way communication
- Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience
- Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed
- Proven networking, team-building, organizational and communication skills
Teamwork - Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
- Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise;
- Willing to learn from others
- Places team agenda before personal agenda
- Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position
- Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings
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
| Required Skills and Experience | Education - Post-graduate degree in natural or social sciences or related subject.
Experience - At least five years experience in a leadership role.
- Experience in climate change issues pertinent to the Republic of Mauritius is desirable.
- Knowledge of climate change and adaptation issues.
- Familiarity with GEF/UNDP guidelines/procedures including logical framework and project management is desirable.
- Computer literate.
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