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UNICEF Papua New Guinea, in partnership with the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), is implementing the Climate Action for the Last Mile in Papua New Guinea programme to strengthen the climate resilience of children and their communities through climate-smart social services and infrastructure, while strengthening climate policies, climate finance and institutional capacity. The programme works with government and other partners to support national priorities related to climate change adaptation and resilience, with a particular focus on the needs of children and vulnerable communities.
Under the direct supervision of the Programme Manager, Climate and Sustainable Environment, the consultant will provide technical expertise to support UNICEF PNG, the Climate Change and Development Authority (CCDA) and relevant Government sectors to strengthen understanding and application of global climate change frameworks and processes, and their implications for national climate policy and implementation in Papua New Guinea. The assignment will include capacity building for CCDA and relevant Government sectors and technical support to NDC, NAP, and connect youth perspectives with national climate policy frameworks and processes.
Minimum requirements
- At least ten (10) years of relevant professional experience in climate change adaptation, climate policy and/or sustainable development.
- Extensive knowledge of international climate change policy and adaptation frameworks, including the Paris Agreement, Global Goal on Adaptation and relevant UNFCCC processes and guidance.
- Demonstrated experience supporting National Adaptation Plans (NAPs) and Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), including technical review, policy alignment and monitoring.
- Demonstrated experience providing technical advice and capacity development to governments, UN agencies and other stakeholders on climate change adaptation and resilience.
- Experience in integrating climate resilience and adaptation into social-sector policies, programmes and services, including WASH, health, education, nutrition and other relevant sectors.
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UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.
- An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
- Cover letter
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