UNDP Jobs - 48905- Project Document Consultant for Low Carbon Cities

Project Document Consultant for Low Carbon Cities project

Location :

UNDP Country Office, MALAYSIA

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

01-Sep-2014

Application Deadline :

25-Aug-14 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

International Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

2 months

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

2 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

Green Technology Application for the development of Low Carbon Cities (GTALCC) project is to support Malaysia’s aspiration of promoting low carbon development in the cities (hence low carbon cities), reduce carbon emissions in the city envelop and eventually contribute towards the national commitment as pledge by the Prime Minister during the COP15 where Malaysia is committed to reducing up to 40% of Green House Gasses (GHGs) in terms of emission intensity by GDP by the year 2020 (compared to 2005 levels) conditional upon financing and transfer of technology by the developed countries. GTALCC aspires to achieve the following outcomes by the end of the 5-year project period:

Major cities implemented and adopted integrated low carbon urban development plans and /or programs;
Expedient appraisal, approval and implementation of strategic urban development plans/program and projects related to the wide spread development of low carbon cities;
Major cities are aware of, and are planning and implementing low carbon technology applications for integrated urban development;
Increased investment in low carbon technology applications in cities;
More low carbon urban infrastructure projects implemented in Malaysian cities.

The proposed project is in line with the GEF 5 Strategic Objective CCM 4 on the promotion of energy efficient low carbon transport and urban systems. It consists of interventions across cities in Malaysia to facilitate the implementation of low carbon initiatives and showcase a clear and integrated approach of successful low carbon city development. In general, cities are a key contributor of GHG emissions with an estimated 70% of the world’s energy related emissions. In Malaysia, more than half of total emissions are related to urban spaces—specifically, electricity (up to 26% of the emissions), transportation (16%) and solid waste (12%). Recognizing that cities are natural partners to chart a low carbon growth path the Government of Malaysia has recently launched the Low Carbon Cities Framework and Assessment (LCCF). The objective is to achieve sustainable development, reduce carbon emissions of the cities and contribute towards the national commitment of reducing up to 40% of GHGs in terms of emission intensity by GDP by the year 2020 compared to 2005 levels. Currently, several low carbon city initiatives which explicitly target low carbon development are at various stages of development at the national and subnational levels. However, the initiatives are developing in a rather fragmented manner without a common shared vision, integrated approach to low carbon development, agreed definitions or well accepted methodologies and standards.

As such, a full scale project is proposed in the PIF, which focuses on the removal of barriers pertaining to policy and regulatory; financing issues; awareness, technical and institutional capacity through the three (3) components:

Component 1: Policy support for the promotion of integrated low carbon urban development;
Component 2: Awareness and institutional capacity development;
Component 3: Low carbon technology investments in cities.

The GTALCC PIF document, Review Sheet and STAP review document can be downloaded from the following weblink: http://www.thegef.org/gef/project_detail?projID=5329.

Information on the UNDP and GEF Monitoring and Evaluation process and experience from other countries can be referred to the Evaluation Resource Center at the following weblink http://erc.undp.org.

Duties and Responsibilities

Scope of Work:

The overall objective of the assignment is to finalize the GTALCC project document in meeting the UNDP PTA/RTA comments and GEF requirements.

The consultant will :

Review and update the draft project document and the CEO Endorsement Request form to ensure it is the latest information available (up to August 2014);
Address concern and review comment latest comment (August 2014 onwards) from UNDP PTA,RTA and UNDP CO;
Finally, ensure that the project document is submitted successfully, inline with the GEF requirement;

Methodology:

The consultant will report to the Programme Manager of UNDP Malaysia. The methodology should include but not limited to secondary data collection, desk research, further interviews and meetings with relevant stakeholders.

Expected Outputs and Terms of Payment:

Upon Submission of Satisfactory and Final Project Document and CEO Request Form, with comments from UNDP PTA/RTA/CO and GEF addressed and corrected.

The fee is payable upon satisfactory completion and acceptance of the deliverables as in Annex I.

Duration:

The consultancy is expected to require 40 working days effort (2 man-month) and will take place from 1 September to December 2014. Home-based assignment is allowed.

Documents to be included when submitting the Proposals:

Interested individuals must submit the following documents/information to demonstrate their qualifications:

Proposal on methodology to conduct the assignment (2 page maximum);
Financial Proposal as provided. The Financial Template and Scoring Methodology is available at:http://www.my.undp.org/content/dam/malaysia/docs/Procurement/MyIC_2014_048%20Annex%20I-III.docx;
Personal CV including areas of expertise and past experience in similar projects and at least three (3) references . If shortlisted you may also be required to submit your CV in the format of UN Personal History Form (P11 form). The UN Personal History Form (P11) is available at: http://www.my.undp.org/content/dam/malaysia/docs/Procurement;/P11_Personal_history_form%20-%20latest.docx.

Note:

Please scan, save and upload all documents (proposals and P11 Form) into one PDF file;
For clarification question, please email to procurement.my@undp.org. The reference number is MyIC_2014_048.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP, and partner organizations;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;

Functional Competencies

Excellent knowledge of GHG baseline determination, GHG inventories, MRV systems, etc;
Excellent GHG emissions simulation and modelling skills;
Demonstrates strong analytical and computer skills;
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.

Development and Operational Effectiveness:

Ability to apply peer reviewer guideline production procedures;
Ability to analyze technical requirements in energy efficiency and energy management applications;
Strong analytical skills.

Management and Leadership:

Focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback;
Supports teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills;
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills;
Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors;
Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Master’s degree in Science, Environment, Engineering or any related qualification. Bachelor’s degree with more than 7 years of experience can be considered inlieu of the Master’s degree.

Experience:

At least 7 years of professional experience in technical activities related to climate change and low emission development strategies;
Must have experience in collecting information and meeting the relevant agencies related to GTALCC project at the federal, state and local authorities in Malaysia;
Have deep understanding of green and urban development issues in the Malaysia’s context.

Language:

Proficient in English.