Project Development Specialist – UNFCCC

Develop necessary documentation regarding implementation of Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs) in Pakistan. Document international commitments, enactment of international bindings and compliance requirements with the regulations of UN bodies like UNFCCC. Prepare paperwork regarding institutional strengthening, including representation, technical support and capacity building for projects portfolio development and strengthened monitoring, reporting and verification (MRV) systems in Pakistan for Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs), as required. Take technical role in meetings convened under UNFCCC and its subsidiary bodies, national, regional and multilateral agencies, meetings on climate funds, regional and sub-regional workshops, technical conferences and workshops, bilateral meetings with government and other stakeholders. Provide technical inputs to Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination (MoCC&EC) for enhanced engagement with UNFCCC. Establish a framework and a process for agreeing to specific actions under UNFCCC, development of effective compliance mechanism with the UNFCCC commitments and agreements. Respond to UNFCCC obligations including annual Conference of Parties (COP) and follow up of the decisions taken in COPs along with the subsidiary body for implementation (SBI) and the subsidiary body for scientific and technological advice (SBSTA). Support and undertake, as needed, the preparation of meetings material, operational guidelines, reports, other technical outputs, knowledge products, talking points and materials such as pre-COP briefs, post-COP documents, and briefs to support effective delivery. Provide support in policy development with reference to the commitments of COP and other international obligations under UNFCCC and Paris Agreement, Coordinate with relevant stakeholders, to standardize, monitor, evaluate and communicate the progress made under Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) under Paris Agreement. Extend support to Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination (MoCC&EC) regarding compliance on any other matters related to United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Master’s in climate change, environmental engineering from a national or foreign university is desired. Higher degree/PhD in the above-mentioned disciplines from a foreign university will be given preference. At least 10 years of post-qualification experience is required working with Government/intergovernmental setups, UN system or international organizations at technical levels. Demonstrated experience of designing, managing and implementing projects in sectors of climate change. Sound understanding of procedures and process related to project cycle management is a must. Experience of involvement or familiarity with climate change negotiations/ UNFCCC processes or MEAs documentation & implementation would be an added advantage. Experience of donor coordination or working with donors or UN systems is essential. Hands-on experience of working with computer (MS Office) is essential. Merit Job Location: Islamabad