Technical Advisor in Climate Change and Project

hace 3 semanas

Panama United Nations A tiempo completo

**Job Opening**

**Job Opening ID**: 234908

**Job Network** : Economic, Social and Development

**Job Family** : Environmental Affairs

**Category and Level** : Consultants, CON

**Duty Station** : PANAMA CITY

**Department/Office** : United Nations Environment Programme

**Date Posted** : May 14, 2024

**Deadline** : May 26, 2024

**Result of Service**
- Output 1. Support the implementation of the NDC Partnership in the Latin American and Caribbean region by preparing and monitoring PAF-funded projects and initiatives. Product No.1 - A UN-to-UN Agreement between UNOPS and UNEP to officially launch the implementation of the PAF Bolivia project (PAF23Q4-BOL-UNEP-003). - A compilation proposals of the terms of reference of the technical team accountable for the implementation of the PAF Bolivia project (PAF23Q4-BOL-UNEP-003). This includes the terms of reference of the National Project Manager and four sectoral specialists responsible for preparing the NDC implementation map for four prioritized sectors. Product No.2 - A narrative and Financial Report that showcases the implementation status of the PAF Bolivia project (PAF23Q4-BOL-UNEP-003), highlighting the challenges encountered throughout the execution and relevant lessons learnt for current and future implementation of similar projects. The documentation of the implementation phase will promote the learning and accountability and is aimed to be a source of evidence-based information to better support the countries in the region to access to funds to fast-tracking the implementation of their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). Output 2. Support the implementation of the CBIT-GSP program by organizing virtual and in-person events aimed at increasing the technical and operational capacities of public officials from Latin America and the Caribbean relevant for the compliance of the Enhanced Transparency Framework in terms of adaptation monitoring and evaluation and by proving the technical support Product No.3 - A Report of at least one virtual or in-person workshop conducted to strengthen capacities related to identifying, systematizing, and reporting losses and damages in Latin American and Caribbean countries, as well as defining the institutional, technical, and operational requirements to do so. This webinar is part of a series of events to consolidate a community of practice in the frame of CBIT´s Global Support Programme and EUROCLIMA+ mission to improve transparency and accountability of climate policy and the implementation of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC). This report will include The presentations conducted, the agenda, and the list of participants disaggregated by gender to promote inclusivity and diversity. Additionally, the report should consist of a summary of each presentation or session conducted during the event, a satisfaction survey within the report to gather feedback from participants regarding their experience at the capacity-building workshop, and a summary of the overall outcomes and critical insights gained from the workshop. Product No. 4 - A revised version of at least one Biennal Transparency Report from a country in Latin America and the Caribbean providing technical assessment of the compliance with the Enhanced Transparency Framework for the adaptation component and recommendations to improve reporting. This technical review is part of the collaborative effort to support the countries in the submission of the first BTR and consolidate a community of practice in the frame of CBIT´s Global Support Programme. Output 3. Support the design and implementation of climate-related projects in the region to increase the financial and operational capacities of Latin America and the Caribbean countries to comply with mitigation and adaptation goals included in national-level planning instruments, such as NDC, LTS, and National Adaptation plans. Product No. 5 - A report summarizing the implementation status of a PPF request to support the elaboration of a funding proposal to mainstream climate change into the subnational planning scheme and the public investment and expenditure processes and to increase the climate resilience of vulnerable communities in the District of Capira in Panama. Specific tasks and responsibilities The technical advisor in climate change and project development will promote climate transparency in Latin American and Caribbean countries through the following activities: 1. Collaborate with the formulation of project proposals for Euroclima+ (Transparency Outcome), the Green Climate Fund (GCF), The Global Environmental Facility (GEF), and the ‘NDC Partnership,’ to support countries in the development of capacities related to Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) and Long-Term Strategies (LTS) implementation, climate financing, information systems, data management, innovative digital solutions, market-based instruments, and transparency. Specifically, it is expected to contribute to imple

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