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Consultancy Development of a UNDP Programme on Renewable Energy in the Sahel - Dakar Regional Hub, SENEGAL | |
Location : | Home-based |
Application Deadline : | 24-Nov-20 (Midnight New York, USA) |
Type of Contract : | Individual Contract |
Post Level : | International Consultant |
Languages Required : | English French |
Starting Date : (date when the selected candidate is expected to start) | 01-Dec-2020 |
Duration of Initial Contract : | 50 Days |
Expected Duration of Assignment : | 80 Days |
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. |
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The overall objective of the consultancy is to develop a UNDP regional programme proposal on renewable energy in the Sahel region, covering both electricity and clean cooking access. The programme is expected to be composed of a set of complementary regional and national interventions underpinned by a clear theory of change to achieve a set of targets contributing directly to SDG7 (Affordable and clean energy) and enabling a range of other SDGs, in particular SDG1 (No poverty), SDG2 (Zero hunger), SDG3 (Good health and well-being), SDG8 (Decent work and economic growth), and SDG13 (Climate action). To this end, the consultant will work under the leadership of the Head of the UNDP Sub-Regional Hub for West and Central Africa in Dakar, and the direct supervision and guidance of the Regional Energy Specialist on Energy and Climate Change. The consultant will also work in close collaboration with other UNDP bureaus/entities and with other UN agencies at the national and regional levels. A key expectation is for the consultant to seek strong anchorage of the programme within the UN System - in particular the UNISS framework – and explore partnerships and synergies with other UN agencies active in the Sahel. To achieve the objective, the consultant will conduct the following tasks: Review existing documents prepared by UNDP and other UN agencies, in particular in the scope of the work on renewable energy undertaken in the context of UNISS, to understand the priorities and strategies with which the project will need to be aligned. This will include existing recent deep-dive analysis of the off-grid energy sector in a number of Sahelian countries. Take stock of ongoing UN initiatives related to renewable energy in the Sahel region, and review relevant experiences from other regions that may inform the development of this project. Identify key actors involved in renewable energy in the Sahel region (focusing on the priorities identified in the context of UNISS’s work on renewable energy), including their main field of interventions, geographic focus, complementarity with UN’s work. Conduct a review and analysis of the main potential donors and ongoing support on renewable energy in the Sahel region, including the main thematic/programmatic area of interest; the geographic area and level (community, national, regional, cross-border) of focus; the level of integration of their actions with other policy or programming interventions in the Sahel region. Explore linkages with other interventions supported by the UNISS pillars (Resilience, Governance, Security), as relevant. Conduct a deep-dive baseline analysis in 3 selected countries (Chad, Guinea, Mauritania) through extensive consultations with local stakeholders to better understand the situation of the off-grid sector and identify relevant interventions at the national level and potential partners and donors to support them. Based on the above-mentioned work, draft a full regional programme proposal. Following UNDP’s template and guidance, the proposal will include, among others, (i) an in-depth situation analysis of the renewable energy sector in the Sahel region, focusing on the priorities identified in the UNISS context; (ii) a strong justification of the programme implementation strategy based on a coherent theory of change, geographic focus and potential partnerships; (iii) a detailed description of the expected results, outputs and activities both at regional and country level; (iv) a proposition for programme management arrangement and structure, and; (v) a detailed Results framework and budgeted multi-year annual work plan. Deliverables
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Advanced degree in energy, climate change, international development, law, international affairs, business administration, development economics, or other relevant field, or extensive compensating experience in relevant, technical fields. Experience: At least 7 years of relevant work experience in the field of energy Good knowledge and practical experience of the Sahel region Excellent analytical and drafting skills are required with proven experience in report writing in English and in writing project proposals Previous experience with the UN, Regional entities, and/or donors is desirable. Language: Full proficiency both oral and written in both English and French is required. Computer skills: Excellent computer literacy and skills on MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and overall report writing is required. Evaluation The consultant will be evaluated based on their experience and qualifications as well as an analysis of their methodological note and financial offer. The technical qualification and financial offer will be analysed at a 70 / 30 split. Methodological note and financial offer are assessed based on the terms of reference. The candidate, methodological note and financial offer will be analysed based on the following criteria: Advanced degree in energy, climate change, international development, law, international affairs, business administration, development economics, or other relevant field, or extensive compensating experience in relevant, technical fields Curriculum Vitae; Scanned copies of diplomas; An example of at least 2 similar work (project proposal) conducted; Two reference letters from your former employer/supervisor; A proposed methodology of work and timeline. A financial proposal that should include: The daily fee and the estimated total fee for the consultancy. Experience At least 7 years of relevant work experience in the field of energy Good knowledge and practical experience of the Sahel region Excellent analytical and drafting skills are required with proven experience in report writing in English and in writing project proposals Previous experience with the UN, Regional entities, and/or donors is desirable Formation Advanced degree in energy, climate change, international development, law, international affairs, business administration, development economics, or other relevant field, or extensive compensating experience in relevant, technical fields (20 points) Curriculum Vitae; Scanned copies of diplomas; An example of at least 2 similar work (project proposal) conducted; Two reference letters from your former employer/supervisor; A proposed methodology of work and timeline. Experience At least 7 years of relevant work experience in the field of energy (30 points) Good knowledge and practical experience of the Sahel region Excellent analytical and drafting skills are required with proven experience in report writing in English and in writing project proposals Previous experience with the UN, Regional entities, and/or donors is desirable Expertise and Compétences (20 Points)
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