Background
The Ministry of Environment of Haiti, in its capacity as National Designated Authority to the Green Climate Fund made a request to UNDP to serve as delivery partner for Readiness. The goal of the Green Climate Fund Readiness Program (GCF) is to support the efforts of the Government of Haiti, through its designated National Authority (DNA), to strengthen its national capacity to plan, access, managing, deploying and monitoring climate finance, particularly via the GCF, effectively and efficiently. Preparedness activities will be planned and executed in line with national policies and priorities.
The GCF Preparation Program will focus on a range of preparatory activities to: (a) strengthen the institutional capacity of the Focal Point; (b) develop and strengthen the institutional and fiduciary capacity and financial management capacity of Haitian national entities to seek accreditation from the GCF, with a focus on the possibility of direct access; (c) help Haiti to prepare a national program including investment priorities in climate change mitigation and adaptation through the active involvement of the private and financial sectors; and (d) mobilize and engage the private sector in ongoing climate activities. UNDP support will increase awareness and understanding of GCF operations and opportunities for the private sector in Haiti, as well as identifying and removing barriers to active engagement of the private sector in climate finance and climate change. partnership with the GCF.
In this regard, UNDP Haiti is seeking a qualified climate finance expert to conduct an analysis of the current status of the private sector and relevant actors in Haiti, identify barriers for climate investments, propose strategic solutions, and provide the necessary capacity- building.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the authority of the Chief of Resilience Unit and direct supervision of the Project manager, the consultant will work to increase the capacity of the private sector in Haiti to participate in climate investments, and engage with the GCF. The duties to be undertaken by the incumbent are:
- Conduct an assessment study of barriers to private sector investments as well as opportunities to scale up climate-relevant investments including with the GCF. With a focus on typical financing-, planning - and other (perceived) risks and potential market barriers, available financial products and services, capacity of financial institutions to evaluate and manage risks of climate relevant investments and project developers’ capacities to develop attractive financing proposals. This assessment should include the following:
- A mapping exercise of the national and international private climate change portfolio in Haiti and how this aligns with national priorities (NDC, NAP, development strategies, SDGs, etc.);
- Analysis of climate risks on Haitian businesses and supply chains (of 2 or 3 selected sectors only, as requested by NDA);
- Market study of the financial services sector to identify climate investment opportunities.
- Based on this study, develop:
a) investment framework adaptation/ mitigation project concepts that allow crowd-in of private capital and/or public-private partnerships, in line with Haiti adaptation priorities;
b) proposal screening criteria specific for private and financial institutions, taking into account returns on investment
- Conduct consultations with private sector actors in different sectors: infrastructure, agriculture, recycling and energy, to identify potential entities for accreditation.
- With the support of national team, design and conduct training for private sector on GCF procedures and opportunities
- With the support of national team, develop a GCF manual for private sector users.
Deliverables / Timeframe
The following deliverables and indicative schedule are expected from the consultant. Exact dates of beginning and completion stages as well as scope of works for each phase can be corrected by Project Manager based on reasonable justification by the International Consultant. The project reserves the right, if necessary, to amend the terms of reference of the International Consultant on a written agreement. The final schedule will be agreed in the beginning of consultancy assignment. All deliverables should be submitted to the project by the Consultant in English and/or French.
Deliverable
I -
Private Sector Barriers and Opportunities Assessment study including the following:
- A mapping exercise of the national and international private climate change portfolio in Haiti and how this aligns with national priorities
- Analysis of climate risks on Haitian businesses and supply chains
Market study of the financial services sector to identify climate investment opportunities ;
II-
Investment Framework and Screening Criteria for private sector and PPP GCF investments)
Proposal screening criteria specific for private and financial institutions, taking into account returns on investment;
III-
At least 1 guideline material on GCF and climate finance for private actors.
Payment conditions
The financial offer should include costs of consultancy and international travel costs
Payment Structure
Delivrable I - 40 % ;
Delivrable II - 40 % ;
Delivrable III -20 % .
Competencies
Competence
- Ability to work in close collaboration with a group of national and international experts, to meet strict deadlines and plan the work according to priorities;
- Excellent written communication and presentation/public speaking skills, focus on results, ability to interact productively in a teamwork environment;
- Initiative, good analytical skills, ability to work under tight schedule while respecting deadlines achievement, ethics and honesty;
Good ability to use information and communication technologies as tools and resources.
Required Skills and Experience
Education
PhD or postgraduate (master’s) degree in the field of climate change, natural resources management, environmental economics, finance, financial analysis, international development; or other relevant sciences.
Work experience
- At least 5 years’ experience in climate finance
- Demonstrated experience working with the private sector or banks and financial institutions; Can conduct/ interpret, and analyze financial models, particularly in regards to climate and environmental risks, costs and returns
- Experience on impact investing is desirable
Languages
Fluent English required: Spoken and written. Knowledge of French is an advantage.
Selection Criteria
The following criteria will serve as a basis for the evaluation of tenders:
Mixed valuation method - When this weighted valuation method is used, the award of the contract will be in favor of the individual consultant whose bid has been evaluated and determined to be:
- Reactive / compliant / acceptable, and Having received the highest score from a predetermined set of technical and financial criteria specific to the application;
- Weighting of the technical criterion: 70%;
- Weighting of the financial criterion: 30%.
Candidate files should include:
- Detailed CV and diploma;
- A technical proposal describing the approach (including the steps to follow) that you intend to use for the assessment taking into account the specific context of the work;
- A financial proposal duly signed;
- Three (3) contact references (email, phone, address).