UNDP Jobs - 65277- Re-advertisement Consultant to Undertake the HCFCs

Re-advertisement Consultant to Undertake the HCFCs Consumption Verification Under the Framework of the HCFCs Phase-out Management Plans

Location :

Home-Based Work with Missions to Peru, Jamaica and Costa Rica

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

29-Apr-2016

Application Deadline :

09-Apr-16 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

International Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

for 6 (six) months

Languages Required :

Spanish

Expected Duration of Assignment :

for 6 (six) 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 United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is one of the 4 Implementing Agencies (IA) designated by the Multilateral Fund (MLF) to implement the Montreal Protocol´s Ozone Depletion Substances (ODS) phase-out projects.

The Parties to the Montreal Protocol agreed under the Decision XIX/6 on the "Adjustment to the Montreal Protocol with regard to Annex C, Group I substances (HCFCs)" to "accelerate the phase-out of production and consumption of the hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs)", and the Article 5 (A5) countries have been requested by the ExCom to adopt a staged approach to the implementation of their HCFC Phase-out Management Plans (HPMP). The preparation of the HPMP included the following:

Assistance to determine related institutional, policy and legislation framework;
Survey on the HCFCs consumption, use and trade;
Development of strategies and action plans for compliance with the 1st Stage;
Development and finalization of HPMP, including stakeholder consultation and support;
Individual HCFC phase-out investment project proposals.

Furthermore, the verification of consumption of the HCFCs is required yearly to assure that commitments are met and goals accomplished. In this sense, this Term of Reference (TOR) identifies and specifies the scope of services required by the international expert to provide the verification of HPMPs.

Duties and Responsibilities

The International Consultant, under the direct coordination of the UNDP´s Montreal Protocol Unit (MPU) Programme Officer, and in close consultation with the head of the National Ozone Unit (NOU) in each country, will lead deliver the following activities in the context of the HPMPs:

Provide guidance to national consultants and assistants, as well assistance, on HCFC control and quota issues, implementation activities and guidance on Montreal Protocol issues;
Undertake annual verification of HPMPs implementation and HCFCs consumption in accordance with the guidelines issues by the Montreal Protocol and the UNDP Rules and Procedures.

Duration: The Contract will enter into effect upon signature by both parties and will extend for 6 (six) months.

Duty Station: Home based work with missions to each country, as detailed in item 7 below.

Fees: The consultant will quote his/her fees based on the deliverables identified below. All fees must include all foreseeable expenses i.e. travel, communications, insurance etc.

Deliverables:

(D1) HPMP and ODS Consumption Verification Report delivered (country of Peru); Mission 1: Lima, Peru, expected for May, 2nd 2016 (5 days length);
(D2) HPMP and ODS Consumption Verification Report delivered (country of Jamaica); Mission 2: Kingston, Jamaica, expected for May, 16th 2016 (5 days length);
(D3) HPMP and ODS Consumption Verification Report delivered (country of Costa Rica); Mission 3: San José, Costa Rica. Expected for May, 23rd 2016 (5 days length).

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Treats all people fairly without favoritism;
Fulfils all obligations to gender sensitivity and zero tolerance for sexual harassment

Functional Competencies:

Ability to analyze policy documents and make constructive policy suggestions;
Strong interpersonal, communication and diplomatic skills, ability to work in a team;
Capacity building skills and flexibility depending on the public;
Demonstration of commitment to the Project’s mission, vision and values;
Good writing and reporting skills;
Good presentation skills;
Ability to work under pressure and stressful situations, and to meet tight deadlines.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

First-level university degree in related field, 10 pts;
Advanced degree (Masters or equivalent) in relevant field is desirable, 5 pts.

Experience:

Working experience of at least 5 years in the research and/or development of assistance projects is required, 10 pts;
Working experience in the implementation and/or evaluation of activities or projects in developing countries is desirable 5 pts;
Knowledge of Montreal Protocol related issues and/or environmental policy is desirable, 15 pts;
Knowledge of UN (UN agencies) policy on project development and implementation if desirable, 7.5 pts;
Ability to write technical evaluation reports is desirable, 7.5 pts.

Language:

Fluency in Spanish is required, 5 pts;
Excellent command in English is desirable, 5 pts.

Evaluation Criterion

Best value for Money approach will be used in the evaluation and will lead to a combined score for technical capabilities and the financial offer.

Candidates that receive less than 50 points in the technical evaluation will not be short listed. The short listed candidates, based on their technical capabilities, will receive the standard format that they must fill out to submit their financial offer.

Educational and Professional Background (70%).

Economic Proposal (30%).