Project Specialist/Technical Expert: Namibia's First Biennial Update Report (FBUR) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Project

Namibia ratified the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCC) on 16 May 1995, which entered into force on 14 August 1995. As a Party to the Convention, Namibia is obligated to produce, and demonstrates its commitment by producing, periodic National Communications (NCs) and the Biennial Update Reports (BURs) to the Conference of Parties (COP). So far Namibia has prepared two NCs. 

The MET particularly the DEA subdivision on CC will serve as a national implementing institution of the TNC and FBUR Project. The overall role of MET will be to: 

• Provide strategic guidance to the project;
• Facilitate smooth project implementation, and
• Monitor project progress.

Under the overall supervision of the MET/DEA/MDEA and direct day to day supervision of the TNC Project Coordinator (PC), the Project Specialist/Technical Expert shall be responsible for assisting the Government of Namibia, under the lead and coordination of the MET, with the overall day-to-day management, co-ordination, delivery of substantive and technical outputs, and where applicable, supervision of the implementation of the different FBUR project outputs. The cumulative performance of this position will be assisting Namibia in the preparation of its First Biennial Update Report (FBUR) for the fulfillment of the obligations under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). 

Specifically, the Project Specialist/Technical Expert responsibilities will be but are not limited to the following: 

• Assist the MET/DMEA with day to day management of the FBUR activities, particularly with respect to the provision of technical services, administration and specialist inputs/support of the entire FBUR;
• Prepare a detailed and updated work plan and budget and assist the PC to monitor progress;
• Lead the preparation and implementation work, particularly of technical, specialization nature (e.g. GHG inventory and other TORs), and operational activities for the preparation of all the outputs of the FBUR;
• Provide technical and substantive/speciliased support to the national teams, engage in the preparation of the various sector work;
• Formulate and compile and/or prepare the documentation necessary for the procurement of services, goods and supplies under the project;
• Assist the MET in preparation of Terms of References for international and local consultants and experts, that will be hired to implement the other outputs, not under the PS/TE of the FBUR;
• Assist the MET in the selection Process of the specialized consulting services and experts to be hired by the project
• To advise, including reporting substantive progress and monitor output deliverables, the MET on issues related to the implementation of activities of the FBUR;
• Participate in the planning, organization and execution of project activities, particularly within the ambit of the NCCC
• Organize and coordinate seminars, training activities, workshops, site visits and other exchange and facilitation events for stakeholders and experts working in the FBUR activities;
• Organize and coordinate expert information exchanges nationally, regionally and internationally (if desired) and between participating institutions;
• Prepare the final edition of Namibia’s FBUR Report for submission to the UNFCCC 9in line with the Annex 6 TOR);
• Prepare substantive administrative, technical and financial reports, in accordance with the Project Document and reporting requirements for GEF, UNDP and MET;
• Perform Any other functions as delegated to by the Project Coordinator, Deputy Director of MEA or Environmental Commissioner.

Functional Competencies: 

• Understanding UNFCCC, specifically GHG Inventory processes;
• Be a strong team player, able to work independently and possessing excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage and motivate a wide range of stakeholders;
• Demonstrable analytical skills;
• Excellent English communication skills;
• Ability to use adaptive management skills to revise project activities in line with changing needs and circumstances
• Highest standards of integrity, discretion and loyalty;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.

Education:

• A BSc. degree in environment, climate change, natural resources related studies, management or other related disciplines

Experience:

• Five years of experience relevant to the project objective, UNFCCC and particularly national communications, including relevant climate change and global warming issues experience;
• Excellent understanding and previous working experiences with and or through the UNFCCC, specifically GHG Inventory processes;
• Valid and clean driving license;
• Demonstrated expert knowledge and specialization on Greenhouse Gas Inventory (to be tested via an independent administered written assessment);
• Good understanding of the Namibian environment/development issues;
• Demonstrated experience in project management;
• Demonstrated experience in working with multiple stakeholders (government, donors, NGOs and private sector, and international development partners;
• Substantial involvement, and full understanding, in/with the preparation of the National Communication, is a definite advantage;
• Good understanding of government ministries and departments operational procedures;
• Familiarity with, exposure, and participation in the international negotiations and processes under the UNFCCC;
• Excellent communication, oral and writing skills in English;
• Familiarity with computers and relevant software.

Language:

• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Note: 

Interested persons should submit application letters supported by certified copies of educational and professional certificates and shall include curriculum vitae or resume to the address below. 

All applications, clearly indicating “Project Specialist/Technical Expert: Namibia's First Biennial Update Report (FBUR)”, should be emailed or delivered to: 

The Resident Representative 
UN House 
38-44 Stain Street 
Klein Windhoek 
Private Bag 13329 
Windhoek-Namibia 
Email: nelson.zakaapi@undp.org 
Email: rchunga@met.na