NDC Partnership In-Country Facilitator (Chad) - Partnerships Specialist Retainer

WEC Background: The Water, Environment and Climate (WEC) portfolio, based ...

WEC Background: 

The Water, Environment and Climate (WEC) portfolio, based in Vienna, and with offices based globally is part of the UNOPS Global Portfolio Office. The Portfolio has built strong partnerships and is effectively managing a portfolio of over 500 million USD over the last 15 years to support key initiatives with fund management, project implementation and administrative support. 

WEC effectively operationalizes partners' agendas with global approaches, as well as regional and country specific activities focused on climate action, protection and conservation of the environment. Partners profit from WEC’s ability to operationalize and/or scale up their important substantive agendas, including in support of key multilateral environmental and climate agreements, such as the Paris Agreement, the Cartagena Convention as well as the Sustainable Development Goals. 

The NDC Partnership: 

The NDC Partnership is a global coalition of countries and institutions collaborating to drive transformational climate action through sustainable development. In 2015, the world endorsed the Paris Agreement and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Nations signal their commitments to the Paris Agreement through Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) - each country’s strategy to cut its own greenhouse gas emissions and build resilience against the negative effects of a changing climate. The Partnership advances the goals of the Paris Agreement by bringing together nearly 200 countries and institutions in new ways to accelerate NDC implementation and enhance ambition over time. The Partnership’s work through 120 partners supporting almost 80 countries produces many examples of impact, lessons learned and ideas for the future. The Partnership is governed by a Steering Committee, co-chaired by two country representatives. The Partnership’s work is facilitated by a Support Unit based at World Resources Institute in Washington DC and the UNFCCC Secretariat in Bonn, Germany. UNOPS supports the NDC Partnership and its Support Unit through the Water, Environment and Climate (WEC).

Country Context

The Republic of Chad became a member of the NDC Partnership in 2018. The country received support from the Support Unit through the Climate Action Enhancement Program (CAEP) to revise its NDC (updated in 2022) by mobilizing the support of several partners, including the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), the European Commission, and the Initiative for Climate Action Transparency (ICAT) to revise its NDC (updated in 2021). For an effective and coordinated implementation of its updated NDC, a Partnership Plan to mobilize financial partners, the private sector and local authorities will be developed. The Partnership Plan responds to national priorities and serves as a tool for coordination, planning, monitoring and resource mobilization for the implementation of the NDC. 

The Government of Chad has two focal points that work closely with the NDC Partnership: the Ministry of Environment, Fisheries and Sustainable Development, and the Ministry of Economy and Development Planning. Their prerogatives are to ensure the link between the Government and the NDC Partnership, to coordinate the sector’s activities in relation to the sectoral objectives of the NDC; and to ensure the link and integration of the NDC's actions into the sector's development programs. 

The incumbent will serve as the NDC Partnership’s interface in the country...

The incumbent will serve as the NDC Partnership’s interface in the country and operate as a liaison between the country and other NDC Partnership members. The role is one of coordination and supportive facilitation. He/she plays a key role in ensuring the smooth implementation of the Country Engagement Process, by supporting ongoing coordination efforts between the Support Unit of the NDC Partnership, the various partners of the Partnership, and the government of Chad. 

The incumbent will be embedded in the Ministry of Environment, Fisheries and Sustainable Development (MEPDD) He/she will be responsible for strengthening national coordination in terms of resource mobilization and monitoring the implementation of the NDC. He/she will support the focal point of the Partnership in his daily tasks of implementing the NDC and other forms of support for the NDC implementation.

The embedded facilitator will implement all tasks under the direct supervision of the NDC Partnership Focal Point and will work in close collaboration with the different ministerial offices. He/she will need to use his/her own laptop.

This is a retainer national vacancy / position for twelve 12, maximum of 220 working days.

*** As this is a Local Position, in order to be eligible, the incumbent should be a national of Chad or have a valid residence permit in the Country. 

The following responsibilities are part of the embedded incumbent role:

Coordination and communication with key stakeholders

Ensure that communications about the NDC Partnership's engagement in Chad are shared with relevant stakeholders (local, national, and international). 

Facilitate periodic coordination and information exchange among partners in the country, with the aim of leveraging their respective advantages and mobilizing them in support of NDC implementation.

Assist and advise international and development partners to align climate projects with programmatic goals.

Support the Development of NDC Partnership Plan

Under the supervision of the Focal Point and in close collaboration with partners and the NDC Partnership Support Unit, support the development process of the Partnership Plan.

Engage with in-country partners, including at the local/subnational level, to identify and align priorities and needs.

Collaborate with the Support Unit to document changes in the operating environment and provide support to government and stakeholders in decision-making processes and new developments

Monitoring the progress of country engagement

Monitor the progress of in-country engagement and provide periodic updates to NDC Partnership members.

Prepare quarterly country update reports summarizing key insights and progress, challenges and recommendations for the future. 

Evaluate the results of the NDC Partnership's engagement in the country and make recommendations for improvement.

Organizing and assisting with NDC-related meetings as needed by the Focal Point 

If necessary, facilitate multi-stakeholder dialogues on NDC at the national level. 

Support the government in preparing for NDC-related events such as COPs, regional climate weeks, national events and other relevant gatherings to showcase NDC progress and garner support for NDC implementation

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and ex...
Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization. (for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above) Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.
Education A master’s degree in public policy, development, clima...
Education

A master’s degree in public policy, development, climate change, natural resource management, environmental management, or other relevant field of study. 

Bachelor degree in related discipline in combination with additional 2 years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

Experience

Required

At least 5 years’ experience in public and/or private sector with a focus on climate change, project management, stakeholder and donor engagement and preparation of cross-cutting workplan/proposal development;

Experience in multilateral, national and grassroot governance and processes related to climate change, policy and Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)

Knowledge of Chadian context of policy frameworks, national plans and strategies related to climate change is required.

Asset 

Experience in facilitating the implementation of NDCs is an asset

Demonstrated experience to foster networks with senior leaders and high-level audiences

 Experience of other national contexts that indirectly contribute to climate change is desirable

Ability to foster formal and informal networks to strengthen cooperation between agencies, including Government, private sector participants, NGOs and other stakeholders

Strong inter-personal skills and ability to work with minimal supervision

Excellent communication (Written and Oral) Skills 

Excellent MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and others) and internet research skills.

Familiarity with UNFCCC processes including Subsidiary Body and Conference of Parties (CoP), NDC and past experience on government climate change process.

Language

Proficiency in French is required.

Knowledge of a local language is an asset. 

Proficiency in English is an asset.

*** As this is a Local Position, in order to be eligible, the incumbent should be a national of Chad or have a valid residence permit in the Country. 



Contract type: ICA / ICS 10 retainerContract level: Local ICA 10Contract durat...
Contract type: ICA / ICS 10 retainer
Contract level: Local ICA 10