UNDP Jobs - 46350- Consultant (Lead)

Consultant (Lead)

Location :

Manila, PHILIPPINES

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

26-May-14 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

National Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

9 months

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

9 months

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.

Background

The “Enhancing Greater Metro Manila’s Institutional Capacities for Effective Disaster/Climate Risk Management towards Sustainable Development” (known as GMMA READY Project) is funded by AusAid through UNDP and with OCD NDRRMC as implementing agency aimed at reducing the Greater Metro Manila Area’s vulnerability to natural hazards and increase its resilience by enhancing the institutional capacities of the concerned local government units, relevant national government agencies, academic institutions and civil society organizations to manage disaster and climate change risks in these areas. The rationale of this initiative and focus is the need to address the high vulnerability to natural disasters considered inherent in the Greater Metro Manila due to the geographical location of these areas and the fact that GMMA has a highly dense and fast-growing population; and thus, associated problems related to unsafe settlements and infrastructure are projected to increase if not addressed properly. The Philippines is one of the countries with the highest vulnerability to hydromet-related natural hazards. Moreover, with the projected rate of increasing climate change, the risk of meteorological disasters is also expected to increase.

The numerous disastrous events in the GMMA in recent decades have raised the concern and the need to build the adaptive capacities of local communities increase the resilience of vulnerable sectors and natural ecosystems to climate change, and optimize mitigation opportunities towards sustainable development. Technological innovations have made possible systematic identification, assessment and mapping of climate-related and other natural hazards and risks, and integration and mainstreaming of CCA and DRR activities in the planning and implementation of both medium- and long-term development projects.

The V&A assessment TOR has the following as objectives:

To identify and assess vulnerabilities to impacts of climate change of the communities and selected sectors (e.g., socioeconomic and health) in prioritized cities in the GMMA (Pasig, Marikina and San Juan);
To identify and prioritized what climate change adaptation measures will reduce these vulnerabilities and contribute to climate-resilient cities/municipalities;
To develop the capacities of the pilot LGUs and other relevant agencies in conducting V&A assessments;

Duties and Responsibilities

Facilitate the presentation of the V and A Methodology to concerned IP/RPs of GMMA READY, concerned national government agencies such as DOH and NEDA and target LGUs;
Work closely with the concerned divisions of PAGASA for the needed information/data for the V&A;
Provide technical and administrative support to the two consultants that will be hired and ensure the coordinated implementation of V&A in the cities of San Juan, Pasig, and Marikina and the achievement of set targets and deliverables;
Take the lead in developing the capacities of implementing partners (health officials and staff of the 3 cities and communities) in terms of climate-smary planning, implementation and monitoring and evaluation (specifically, the use of V&A tools/methodologies) through a training/mentoring workshop
Provide advice to the project partners to resolve implementing issues/concerns;
Facilitate the presentation of V and A on Health and Socio-Economic Sector Results per city to IP/RPs, concerned national government such as DOH and NEDA and target LGUs;
Integrate the V&A (Health and Socio-Economic Sectors) Results per city;
Provide the integrated V&A reports/outputs for each of the three cities and a V&A documentation report.

Competencies

Corporate competencies

Demonstrates commitment to UNDP’s mission, vision and values;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Highest standards of integrity, discretion and loyalty.

Functional and technical competencies

Strong knowledge of the latest theories and concepts in urban development and sustainable cities in the Philippines and broader region;
Strong analytical and research skills;
Familiarity with current actors working on urban development challenges in the Philippines;
Strong communication skills and ability to communicate with different stakeholders;
Excellent in oral and written communication; have skills to write independent reports, documents, maintain systems and procedures in administering programs.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Advanced university degree in social work and development, social sciences, public administration or other relevant fields

Experience:

At least 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in DRRM/CCA programmes and development work;
Extensive trainings on DRRM/CCA and familiarity with international standards;
Experience in conducting V&A Assessment is an advantage;
Ground exposure in development and implementation of gender responsive DRRM/CCA policies, programmes and structures, with specific focus on DRRM/CCA governance issues;
Those who demonstrate familiarity with the UN System and managing donor-financed projects will be given preference.

Language Requirement:

English, Tagalog.