Climate Change Management Expert Consultancy

job Description

The effects of climate change and variability are increasingly apparent, marked by more frequent occurrences of droughts, cyclones, floods, hailstorms, and heatwaves. Developing nations, such as Zimbabwe, face heightened vulnerability due to low adaptive capacities, limited climate knowledge, and a heavy reliance on climate-sensitive sectors. Addressing this challenge necessitates innovative thinking, new developmental approaches, and partnerships spanning nations, sectors, and societies.

In response to the global threat of climate change, Zimbabwe has signed and ratified the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the Paris Agreement. The country is reinforcing its institutional framework for climate change management, accompanied by various policies and strategies, including the National Climate Policy, National Climate Change Response Strategy, Low Emission Development Strategy, National Climate Change Learning Strategy (NCCLS), and the National Adaptation Plan.

Zimbabwe's commitment to a 40% emission-reduction target by 2030 is outlined in its Revised Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC). This includes sectors such as Energy, Waste, Industrial Processes and Product Use (IPPU), and Agriculture, Forestry, and Other Land-Use (AFOLU). The country has also developed a National Adaptation Plan to enhance its capacity for planning, integrating, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating adaptation programs.

To complement the government's efforts, SNV Netherlands Development Organisation, with support from the NDC Partnership Action Fund, is implementing a project to empower youth, women, and people with disabilities in aligning with Zimbabwe's climate commitments. The project aims to address gender inequalities exacerbated by climate change while supporting the implementation of climate actions contributing to Zimbabwe's goals by 2030.

In collaboration with the Climate Change Management Department in the Ministry of Environment, Climate, and Wildlife, SNV is seeking a consultant to provide technical support for the roll-out of the Climate Change Gender Action Plan, NDC, NAP, NCCLS, National Youth Policy, and other relevant climate-related policies and strategies.

For detailed information, refer to the Request for Proposal - Climate Change Expert Consultancy and Terms of Reference Climate Change Expert.

Qualifications and Experience

The incumbent should possess an Advanced Degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources Management, Geography, Public Policy, Climate Change, or a related field. Minimum criteria include:

-At least 5 years of experience in a climate-related field.
-Strong background in climate change management, with expertise in youth, women, and disability-inclusive approaches.
-Demonstrated experience in knowledge management, developing knowledge materials, and delivering training.
-Familiarity with gender-responsive approaches in climate change projects.
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
-Skills in facilitation and coordination, including multi-stakeholder consultation.
-Demonstrated strong leadership, effective management skills, coordination ability, and teamwork spirit.
-Ability to co-facilitate training sessions and engage in awareness campaigns effectively.
-Preference for Zimbabwean nationals with experience working in Zimbabwe or a similar context.