International Consultant ? Environmental Information Expert

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International Consultant ? Environmental Information ExpertLocation :Riyadh, SAUDI ARABIAApplication Deadline :01-Sep-22(Midnight New York, USA)Time left :14d 12h 9mAdditional Category :Climate & Disaster ResilienceType of Contract :Individual ContractPost Level :International ConsultantLanguages Required :Arabic EnglishStarting Date :(date when the selected candidate is expected to start)15-Sep-2022Duration of Initial Contract :The expected duration of the work is 6 months with the possibility of an extensionExpected Duration of Assignment :The expected duration of the work is 6 months with the possibility of an extension **UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.** Post Title:International Consultant ? Environmental Information ExpertLocation:Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaNational or International consultancy:International ConsultantTerms of Reference for Individual ContractorAnticipated Starting Date:As soon as possibleDuration:The expected duration of the work is 6 months with the possibility of an extensionLanguages:Fluency in English and Arabic is requiredProject:United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)A. Project Title Environment Information Expert B. Project DescriptionOrganizational Setting:The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. The West Asia Office delivers advisory services and capacity building support to countries to achieve environment and sustainable development objectives. This consultancy is established at the West Asia Office within the framework of the Strategic Cooperation Agreement between UNEP and the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Expert will report to the Project Manager for the Saudi Environment Sustainability Programme at UNEP West Asia Office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. A. Duties and Responsibilities Under the direct supervision of the Programme Manager in UNEP West Asia Office and in coordination with the respective department in the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture in Saudi Arabia, the expert will carry-out, inter alia, the following duties and responsibilities: - Develop the scope and framework for establishing the environment data and information department in MEWA.- Provide technical inputs and support on the environmental performance results and national ranking and update of data and information.- Technical support in establishment of data centres in other environment funds.- Technical advice on environment situation data at the international level including afforestation, pollution, desertification, meteorology etc.- Analyze and assess environment information systems under deputy ministry of environment.- Define a suitable set of environment information indicators, considering the results of the analysis of information systems previously conducted, and taking into account international best practices and SDG-related indicators.- Collect information on the environment management in KSA, which will serve as a test of the previously identified indicators, and as a baseline for indicator-based assessments and information platforms in the region.- Provide technical assistance to the target departments of MEWA, for strengthening data and information systems. As a result, it is expected to guide the creation or use of existing systems and new platforms to deliver data in a sustainable and internationally comparable way over time and reports on environment.- Support the development of a training and workshops on environmental data management, and associated indicator.- Development of a report on the status of environment management systems KSA, taking into account the indicators defined and the information collected, and in collaboration with other key partners. D. Expected Outputs and Deliverables The consultant will be expected to deliver the following outputs: - Report outlining work methods of the data collection, processes, and the assessment of information systems and reporting in the target countries.- Document containing a list and description of the selected indicators, and the rationale for their suitability.- Report document with the necessary information, taking into account the methodology and format.- A document reflecting the technical assistance plan, including key departments to be engaged.- A document reflecting the training plan, stakeholders involved, description of the conducted workshop, including recommendations by participants.E. Institutional ArrangementThe expert will be supervised by the Project Manager in UNEP West Asia Office in close collaboration with the relevant department in the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture of Saudi Arabia.F. Duration of the WorkThe contract duration will be for an initial period of six months with a possibility of extension subject to continuation of mandate, availability of funding and satisfactory performance.G. Duty StationThis assignment will be based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.Travel:* UNDP/UNEP will cover the cost of travel of the individual to the duty station, as well as their return to their home upon completion of their services. Travel costs are covered only in the event that the function will be undertaken physically in the duty station and exclude working from home arrangements.* Include any official travel expected to be associated with performing the functions.* Any change to the preliminary travel plan/schedule above, in such cases, UNDP/UNEP will cover travel costs in accordance with corporate regulations and rules.* If unforeseen travel outside the assigned duty station is requested by UNDP/UNEP and not required by the Terms of References (ToR), such travel shall be covered by UNDP/UNEP in line with applicable rules and regulations and upon prior written agreement. In such cases, the consultant shall receive living allowances not exceeding the United Nations (UN) Daily Subsistence Allowance (DSA) rate for such other location(s).*Note:A written approval from UNDP/UNEP and relevant authorities will be required to facilitate the consultants travel to other locations than Riyadh on official missions where necessary.COMPETENCIES:* Conceptualizes and analyses problems to identify key issues, underlying problems, and how they relate;* Ability to identify beneficiaries? needs and to match them with appropriate solutions.* Shares knowledge and experience and provides helpful feedback and advice;* Excellent communication and interview skills (with groups and individuals);* Excellent interpersonal skills and is able to negotiate with diplomacy and tact.* Focuses on results for the client and responds positively to feedback.* Ability to handle a large volume of work, possibly under time constraints.* Strong time management and sensitive deadline abilities.* Remains calm, in control and works well under pressure;* Excellent report writing skills. -Qualifications of the Successful Individual ContractorEducation Qualifications* Master?s degree computer science, data science, environmental science, natur

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