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POSITION TITLE: Regional Advisor on Climate Change
POSITION TITLE: Regional Advisor on Climate Change
DURATION OF CONTRACT: Assoonaspossibleuntil31.August 2012with possible extension
DUTY STATION: Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines
REPORTING TO: Project Director, Biodiversity and Climate Change Project (ACB-GIZ)
Background
The ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity and GIZ is currently implementing the Biodiversity and Climate Change Project (BCCP), a two-year project which aims to provide advisory services to ASEAN Member States on strategies and instruments for biodiversity conservation-related intervention measures on climate protection and adaptation of climate change. The project commenced operations on September 2010 and is expected to end on August 2012 with possible extension..
BCCP is inviting applications by dynamic, innovative, and committed candidates for the position of Regional Advisor on Climate Change for a full-time position in this project. Preference will be given to ASEAN Nationals or experts with prime experience in the ASEAN region.
Scope of Duties
Under the supervision of the BCCP Project Director and in close cooperation with staff of ACB, the Regional Advisor on Climate Change will perform a variety of tasks in support of project activities. He/she will be responsible for the following duties:
Background
The ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity and GIZ is currently implementing the Biodiversity and Climate Change Project (BCCP), a two-year project which aims to provide advisory services to ASEAN Member States on strategies and instruments for biodiversity conservation-related intervention measures on climate protection and adaptation of climate change. The project commenced operations on September 2010 and is expected to end on August 2012 with possible extension..
BCCP is inviting applications by dynamic, innovative, and committed candidates for the position of Regional Advisor on Climate Change for a full-time position in this project. Preference will be given to ASEAN Nationals or experts with prime experience in the ASEAN region.
Scope of Duties
Under the supervision of the BCCP Project Director and in close cooperation with staff of ACB, the Regional Advisor on Climate Change will perform a variety of tasks in support of project activities. He/she will be responsible for the following duties:
1. Policy Advisory/Programme Support
Provide guidance and technical support to the Project Team as they engage in climate change policy dialogues and trainings with key partners such as governments, donors, civil society, ensuring adherence with, and consistent and integrated application of, global approaches, methodologies, and strategies; Provide substantive technical and intellectual inputs in order to support ASEAN Member States (AMS) in the formulation and implementation of policies and programs on climate change adaptation and mitigation; Advise the Project Team on ways to build capacity of governments in programming climate change-related resources and provide advice on the effective use and management of different climate financing mechanisms; Review key documents produced by the Project Team to ensure that these account for and address climate change issues, and are within the context of the project; Develop publishable policy papers/briefs on the relationship of biodiversity and climate change; Explore strategic opportunities with AMS and partner organizations that can maximize synergies between biodiversity and climate change; Liaise and coordinate with regional development partners and donors, building strategicalliancesonbehalfofthe Project Teamthat deliver benefitsto AMS.
Provide guidance and technical support to the Project Team as they engage in climate change policy dialogues and trainings with key partners such as governments, donors, civil society, ensuring adherence with, and consistent and integrated application of, global approaches, methodologies, and strategies; Provide substantive technical and intellectual inputs in order to support ASEAN Member States (AMS) in the formulation and implementation of policies and programs on climate change adaptation and mitigation; Advise the Project Team on ways to build capacity of governments in programming climate change-related resources and provide advice on the effective use and management of different climate financing mechanisms; Review key documents produced by the Project Team to ensure that these account for and address climate change issues, and are within the context of the project; Develop publishable policy papers/briefs on the relationship of biodiversity and climate change; Explore strategic opportunities with AMS and partner organizations that can maximize synergies between biodiversity and climate change; Liaise and coordinate with regional development partners and donors, building strategicalliancesonbehalfofthe Project Teamthat deliver benefitsto AMS.
2.Researchand Knowledge Management, Networkingand Partnerships
Conduct regular briefings with the Project Team on the status of international climate change negotiations, forthcoming events in the region, major regional initiatives underway and ongoing climate change projects in the region; Support the Project Team in the development of strategic and thematic
partnerships with governmental agencies, UN agencies and other important regionalactorsin climate change;
Secure a flow of information by putting in place mechanisms to ensure the AMS know-how about climate change-related activities undertaken by the project as well as by other major global and regional actors; Promote the use and improvement of knowledge management mechanisms to share information about climate change related initiatives;
Build and maintain strategic alliances with development partners (i.e. governments, NGOs) and donors; Provide inputs to the preparation of presentations, advisory and briefing notes, as needed;
Document and analyze experiences at the country, regional and global level in support of climate change activities;
Identify relevant lessons learnt to be disseminated between countries and identifyand develop linkagesbetween countriesin the region,as appropriate.
3.Planning,monitoring,evaluation andreportingofprojectactivities
Organize regular meetings involving the Project Team to discuss and report on the progress ofthe project;
Prepare monthly reports on activitiesand resultsachieved;
Review the project work plan and propose appropriate methodologies to effectively carry outactivitiesbased upon internal discussions;
Provide inputsto the preparation of the Project Completion Report.
Qualifications and Experience
Master’s degree in Environmental Studies, Economics, Sciences, Development Policy,ora closely related field;
At least 10 years of experience in the field of environment and development, including specialized experience in climate change at a regional or international level;
Extended experience in development assistance framework and policy development;
Multidisciplinary professional experience preferred;
Relevanttrainingorshort-termcoursesrequired ofthe position;
Excellentskillsworkingwithoffice applications (MS Excel,Word andPowerPoint);
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, ability to communicate ideas effectively and write quickly and clearly under pressure;
Fluency in written and spoken English and in at least one regional language is a prerequisite, further languages an asset;
Applicants must be willing to work in Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines, with frequent short-term displacements within ASEAN.
Competence Requirements
Core Values
Document and analyze experiences at the country, regional and global level in support of climate change activities;
Identify relevant lessons learnt to be disseminated between countries and identifyand develop linkagesbetween countriesin the region,as appropriate.
3.Planning,monitoring,evaluation andreportingofprojectactivities
Organize regular meetings involving the Project Team to discuss and report on the progress ofthe project;
Prepare monthly reports on activitiesand resultsachieved;
Review the project work plan and propose appropriate methodologies to effectively carry outactivitiesbased upon internal discussions;
Provide inputsto the preparation of the Project Completion Report.
Qualifications and Experience
Master’s degree in Environmental Studies, Economics, Sciences, Development Policy,ora closely related field;
At least 10 years of experience in the field of environment and development, including specialized experience in climate change at a regional or international level;
Extended experience in development assistance framework and policy development;
Multidisciplinary professional experience preferred;
Relevanttrainingorshort-termcoursesrequired ofthe position;
Excellentskillsworkingwithoffice applications (MS Excel,Word andPowerPoint);
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, ability to communicate ideas effectively and write quickly and clearly under pressure;
Fluency in written and spoken English and in at least one regional language is a prerequisite, further languages an asset;
Applicants must be willing to work in Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines, with frequent short-term displacements within ASEAN.
Competence Requirements
Core Values
Integrity, professionalism and respect for diversity;
Displayscultural,gender,religion,race,nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Treats all people fairly without favoritism.
Core Competencies
Communication, teamwork, planning and organizing, accountability, creativity, client orientation, commitment to continuous learning, and technological awareness.
Functional Competencies
Demonstrated project management skills, development and operational effectiveness;
Demonstrated solid knowledge and relevant experience in climate change policy;
With analytic capacity and ability to synthesize project outputs and relevant findings for the preparation of quality project reports;
Maturity and confidence in dealing with senior and high ranking members of agencies and national institutions,government and non-government.
Leadership and Self-Management
Responds positively to feedback;
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
Goodteamplayer,selfstarter,hasability towork under minimum supervision and maintain good relationships.
Technical Competencies
Displayscultural,gender,religion,race,nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Treats all people fairly without favoritism.
Core Competencies
Communication, teamwork, planning and organizing, accountability, creativity, client orientation, commitment to continuous learning, and technological awareness.
Functional Competencies
Demonstrated project management skills, development and operational effectiveness;
Demonstrated solid knowledge and relevant experience in climate change policy;
With analytic capacity and ability to synthesize project outputs and relevant findings for the preparation of quality project reports;
Maturity and confidence in dealing with senior and high ranking members of agencies and national institutions,government and non-government.
Leadership and Self-Management
Responds positively to feedback;
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
Goodteamplayer,selfstarter,hasability towork under minimum supervision and maintain good relationships.
Technical Competencies
Understanding of political issues under international climate negotiations;
Skills and knowledge to build linkages between biodiversity, climate change and sustainable development.
Results-oriented
Ability to advise on problems carefully and logically, leading to fact-based and practical recommendations;
Ability to produce high-quality outputs in a timely manner while understanding and anticipating the evolving needs of the AMS;
Ability to focus on impacts and results for the AMS.
Partnerships and Teamwork
Strong interpersonal skills,and capacity to build strong relationships with partners;
Ability to lead,manage complexity and contribute effectively to team work.
Remuneration Package: negotiable; if you wish to do so, please feel free to indicate your expectations.
ReportingArrangements
The Regional Advisor on Climate Change is expected to report to the BCCP Project Director, puttingin at least 40 hours a week in the duty stationoron duty travel, if required.
Timeline for the Selection Process
Position Announcement: May 9,2011
Results-oriented
Ability to advise on problems carefully and logically, leading to fact-based and practical recommendations;
Ability to produce high-quality outputs in a timely manner while understanding and anticipating the evolving needs of the AMS;
Ability to focus on impacts and results for the AMS.
Partnerships and Teamwork
Strong interpersonal skills,and capacity to build strong relationships with partners;
Ability to lead,manage complexity and contribute effectively to team work.
Remuneration Package: negotiable; if you wish to do so, please feel free to indicate your expectations.
ReportingArrangements
The Regional Advisor on Climate Change is expected to report to the BCCP Project Director, puttingin at least 40 hours a week in the duty stationoron duty travel, if required.
Timeline for the Selection Process
Position Announcement: May 9,2011
Application Period:May 28,2011
Review of Application: June 4,2011
Selection of Candidate: June 18,2011
Duration of the Assignment
There will be an initial probationary contract of three (3) months which, upon review of satisfactory performance,may beextendeduntilthe durationoftheproject.
Applications
The application by experts from the ASEAN region is expressly encouraged.
The applicant should submit a
Duration of the Assignment
There will be an initial probationary contract of three (3) months which, upon review of satisfactory performance,may beextendeduntilthe durationoftheproject.
Applications
The application by experts from the ASEAN region is expressly encouraged.
The applicant should submit a
(1) letter of intent of not more than two pages, detailing how his/her qualifications and experience make him/her suitable for the position, especially with regard to his/her experience in the ASEAN region and with relevant government and non-government/business entities involved in Climate Change;
(2) completed Personal History (e.g. according to the form at www.aseanbiodiversity.org – opportunities section)
(3) comprehensive curriculum vitae.
Applicants should indicate “Regional CC Adviser” on the Letter of Intent and email to the BCCP at ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity at the following email address: berthold.seibert@giz.de
Interested applicants are advised to visit http://www.aseanbiodiversity.org for further details on eligibility and documentary requirements for the said posts. Deadline for submission of completed application is on May 28, 2011. Applications entered after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be given duenotice.
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