UNDP Jobs - 43267- Re-advertisement -Demonstration Manager for HCFC P

Re-advertisement -Demonstration Manager for HCFC Phase Out Management Plan Project

Location :

Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

01-Apr-2014

Application Deadline :

21-Mar-14 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

National Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

1 year

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

10 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

Those who previously applied need not apply again.

Malaysia’s HCFC Phase-out Management Plan (HPMP Stage-I), for compliance with the 2013 and 2015 control targets for HCFC consumption according to the Montreal Protocol, comprises of a combination of interventions such as technology transfer investments, policies and regulations, technical assistance, training, awareness, communications and management, coordination and monitoring in various HCFC consuming sectors, to be implemented during 2012 to 2016, consistent with the provisions of the performance-based agreement between the Executive Committee of the Multilateral Fund and Malaysia.

To ensure that these conversions and the associated reductions in HCFC consumption remain sustainable and targeted, specific regulations will be promulgated. To control the growth of HCFC consumption, recovery and reclaim programmes and capacity-building programmes (for technicians and enforcement officials) will be carried out in the Servicing Sector.

Since a large proportion of the unaddressed consumption in 2015 would be in the Servicing Sector, actions would need to be initiated at the outset, to curb the growth of HCFC-based equipment population during the first 3-4 critical years during which phase-out actions are being implemented.

The key interventions will comprise of the following:

Sustainable refrigerant management to promote reclamation and re-use of refrigerants and consequently reduce the demand for virgin refrigerants;
Training and capacity-building of trainers, technicians and enforcement officials, to ensure that adequate capacity exists to carry out reclamation, retrofitting programmes as well enforcement of current and future regulations related to ODS;
Pilot retrofitting/replacement demonstration programmes to initiate actions at the end-users of ODS-based equipment, to gradually and eventually reduce demand for ODS as refrigerant in current and future population of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment;
Technical assistance workshops and information dissemination for the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Sectors, both manufacturing and servicing, to provide updated alternative technology information.

Visit http://www.doe.gov.my/webportal/en/protokol-montreal/ for further information.

Duties and Responsibilities

The purpose of this consultancy is to provide decision makers and the public with an evidence-based demonstration of the environmental and energy impacts of retrofitting / replacement of HCFC consuming equipment. The aim of the demonstration shall promote the gradual and eventual reduction in demand for ozone depleting substances as a refrigerant in the current and future population of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.

The manager will be required to:

Facilitate and identify suitable candidates for the demonstration projects:

Approach the suitable candidates and study the cooperation involved particularly the candidates’ commitment on reporting and acceptance towards the project;
Develop a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the DOE/UNDP and with the nominated candidates.

Review refrigeration and air conditioning technology demonstration frameworks:

Review and provide analysis on the best practices and lesson learnt from other countries (developed and developing) on suitable refrigeration and air conditioning technology demonstration frameworks;
Funding and other critical parameters for enabling environment will be also researched.

Design refrigeration and air conditioning technology demonstration framework:

Design and recommend the appropriate institutional arrangements based on existing set-up in Malaysia and the necessary capacity needed for the effective implementation of the framework to demonstrate technologies and best practices to support the gradually and eventually reduce demand for ODS as refrigerant in current and future population of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.

Feasibility studies:

Conduct detailed feasibility studies of the sustainability of the technologies and best practices identified.

Project management and documentation:

Implement and document projects showcasing successful applications of zero ODS and low GWP technologies, techniques and practices;
Project profiles (as case studies) of the demonstrated technology and best practices shall be documented in writing and pictures;
An inventory of the demonstration project results shall be made. Each project report will be summarized into project profiles (or case studies) following an agreed presentation format.

Dissemination of results:

Design and lead the organization of at least two (2) workshops to discuss the results of the demonstration projects;
The workshop proceedings will be documented and published for dissemination suitable for high level discussions, exposure to regional and possibly overseas presentations.

Methodology:

The consultant will work closely with the UNDP and DOE. The methodology includes data collection, desk research, interviews, meetings and workshops with relevant stakeholders, and discussions with the Department of Environment, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment , UNDP and any other relevant agencies.

Expected Outputs:

The consultant is expected to produce:

A report to review and analyse the best practices and lesson learnt from other countries (developed and developing) on the review of refrigeration and air conditioning technology demonstration frameworks Funding and other criitical parameters for enabling environment will be also researched;
A report detailing the refrigeration and air conditioning demonstration implementation strategy. It is to be noted that an agreement must be reached with the project team before proceeding with detailed implementation in compliance to a budget;
A feasibility report detailing the sustainability of the specific demonstration in terms of focus area, technology, equipment, partners, etc of the agreed projects;
A report which will serve as case studies for the agreed projects. The report must at a minimum contain or highlight the zero ODS and low GWP technologies involved, the environmental impacts, the investment involved, results, energy savings achieved, actual project economics and estimated GHG emission reductions.
Completion of two (2) seminars/workshops/trainings including submission of training materials and report on the feedback from participants and its analysis;
Satisfactory submission of the Annual Project Report 2014 and Annual Work Plan 2015

Duration:

The consultancy will take place from 1 April 2014 to 31 March 2015

Deliverables and Timelines:

The consultant will be responsible for the delivery, content, technical quality and accuracy of the studies, reports and training materials. All deliverables shall be submitted to UNDP Malaysia and Department of Environment

Terms of Payment:

The fee is payable upon satisfactory completion and acceptance of the deliverables of the output. Breakdown of deliverables and percentage is in Annex 1. Please download the Financial Proposal template at: http://www.undp.org.my/files/editor_files/files/MyIC_2014_003_Financial%20Proposal%20Template.doc

Documents to be included when submitting the proposals:

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

Proposal on how your qualifications and experience can lead towards the successful deliverable of this assignment within the required time frame, and provide a brief methodology on how you will approach and conduct the assignment;
Financial Proposal as provided. Alternatives are allowed;
Personal CV including areas of expertise and past experience in similar projects and at least three (3) references in the format of UN Personal History Form (P11 form). The UN Personal History Form (P11) is available at: http://www.undp.org.my/uploads/p11%20personal%20history%20form.doc.

Important note:

Please scan all the documents mentioned above and save into 1 (ONE) Pdf format and uploaded it when you are asked to upload your CV/resume on the application website. UNDP Malaysia reserves the right to disqualify any incomplete submission. Please kindly make sure that you have provided all the requested materials.

Any request for clarification must be send in writing to procurement.my@undp.org.
Please write the Project reference - MyIC/2014/003 in your e-mail heading.

The deadline for submitting requests for clarification/questions is 10 February 2014.

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:

Knowledgeable in energy efficiency design and installation work;
Demonstrates strong analytical skills;
Promotes team work, contributes towards building team consensus;
Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback,
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
Have strong fundamentals in physics or engineering and able to explain it in simple terms to achieve public “buy-in.”

Development and Operational Effectiveness:

Ability to analyse project designs and applications;
Ability to apply organizational policies and procedures;
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:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or any other related field.

Expertise and Experience:

Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience, international experience will be an advantage;
Experience in working with both the government sector and the private sector in Malaysia, and a knowledgeable in air conditioning technology and servicing practices in Malaysia;
Experience with the energy management projects and energy efficiency for Government institutions in Malaysia will be an advantage;
Experience in drawing up materials and implementing training workshops, awareness training and seminars
Well versed with the Montreal Protocol convention and familiarity with legislation on refrigerants and the environmental quality act is an added advantage;
Ability to work with a wide variety of people from governments, agencies, private companies, NGOs, and research institutions is essential;
Excellent command of office software, such as word processors, spreadsheets and databases.

Language:

Proficient in English and Malay language.

Open to Myanmar Nationals only.