Result of Service

CBIT’s most important contribution will be the creation of capacities at an inter-sectoral level to track and evaluate the Honduras’s NDC implementation, particularly for its mitigation component in the Agriculture, Waste, and Industrial Processes and Product Use (IPPU) sectors. This cross-sectorial and sub-regional work is fundamental for the Honduras due to the economy-wide nature of its NDC target, which seeks to drive deep, transformational de-carbonization which can only be achieved incorporating multi/inter-sectoral approaches. Output 1. Design and Develop a Capacity Building Plan for the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions and Removals National Inventory of Honduras for key stakeholders involved in the compilation of data, development and communication. The plan’s content will comprehensively cover the following key elements: • An assessment providing a baseline of the current national capacity, identifying strengths, gaps, needs and areas for improvement. • Assessment and proposal of profiles required for the preparation and presentation of the national inventory report. • An assessment of the material available at international level and design of customized training tailored to the specific needs of the country, addressing gaps in knowledge and skills related to GHG Emissions and Removals National Inventory development and communication. • A detailed plan for capacity building covering all necessary aspects to successfully compile, manage and communicate an emissions inventory: a) National Inventory Systems; b) Quantification of National GHG Inventories (IPCC Guidelines and tools); c) Requirements to communication of national inventories according to the Modalities, Procedures and Guidelines (MPG) of Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF). This output lays the groundwork for subsequent activities, providing a roadmap for capacity building efforts in the field of emissions inventory management. All of this should be developed maintaining communication with the Secretariat of Natural Resources and Environment (SERNA). Product No. 1 A Capacity Building Plan for the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions and Removals National Inventory for Honduras. The plan will include the outline of the baseline national capacity, the proposal of profiles required for the preparation and presentation of the national inventory report, the proposal of minimum contents and methodology to guide the implementation process of the capacity building plan. Output 2. Conduct training sessions according to the plan developed in output one to provide a comprehensive understanding of national inventory systems, quantification of National GHG Inventories and communication according to the dispositions of ETF. The training will have a specific emphasis on Agriculture, Waste, Industrial Processes and Product Use (IPPU). The consultant is expected to: • Develop training modules that aim to offer participants a holistic view of the emissions inventory system, with targeted emphasis on key sectors such as Agriculture, Waste, Industrial Processes and Product Use (IPPU). • Conduct three introductory virtual training sessions previous to in-person sessions. • Conduct in-person training sessions for at least 5 days to allow for in-depth exploration and understanding of the relevant topics. Product No. 2 Training material package for both the development of inventories and the design and implementation of a national inventory system. Output 3. The creation of a detailed roadmap for the establishment of Honduras’ National Greenhouse Gas Inventory System (SINGEI). The document should encompass the following: • Based in the assessments developed in output 1, the activities and discussions generated in output 2 analyze the elements required to create the National GHG Inventory System, including the institutional, legal, and procedural measures that ensure the sustainability of the preparation of GHG inventories, the consistency of reported emissions and the quality of the results. • Generate a comprehensive proposal that outlines the steps, processes and stakeholders involved in creating and operating the National GHG Inventory System. The roadmap should serve as a visual guide, offering a structured and accessible overview of the entire process to create the National GHG Inventory System (SINGEI). Product No. 3 A document containing the proposal of the National Greenhouse Gas Inventory System (SINGEI) for Honduras presenting the steps, processes, and actors involved in creating and operating the emissions inventory system. The document will serve as a roadmap offering a structured and accessible overview to establish the SINGEI of Honduras. Specific tasks and responsibilities • Run a thorough research of the main categories covered by the National GHG Inventory of Honduras, particularly those in Agriculture, Waste and Industrial Processes and Product Use (IPPU) sectors. • Design and develop a 5-day capacity-building program to be delivered to key specific audiences in Honduras: two days for introduction and tools training, and three days for Agriculture, Waste, and Industrial Processes and Product Use (IPPU) inventory sectors training. • Ensure coordination with the relevant national institutions and government ministries to ensure that the project activities are distinct and fully complementary to other sessions of the capacity building programmes provided to these audiences within the CBIT Honduras Project. • Conduct the capacity building programme for key audiences. • Prepare a proposal document for the design of the National Greenhouse Gas Inventory System (SINGEI) for Honduras.

Work Location

HOME-BASED

Expected duration

3 MONTHS, 15 DAYS

Duties and Responsibilities

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action. The UNEP Latin America and the Caribbean Office (LACO), located in Panama City, Panama, works closely with the 33 countries of the region and its activities are integrated into the Medium-Term Strategy and the Programme of Work approved by the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA). Throughout UNEP’s work, the Paris Agreement on Climate Change represents a pivotal moment in the emergence of a climate regime that unites all states and actors on a new global platform to address the escalating risks to our planet. The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) set an Enhanced Transparency Framework, which demands substantial and immediate progress in the countries’ domestic Monitoring Reporting and Verification (MRV) systems and strategic de-carbonization planning. This entails moving from often disintegrated and often different methodological approaches in data management to an integrated and robust system. The success of the Paris Agreement hinges on enhanced transparency of action and support, as a critical foundation to making its bottom-up, country-led approach work, as well as building mutual trust and confidence amongst Parties. The UNEP LAC Office based in Panama is providing technical support to the Honduran government and will assist in the implementation of the Capacity Building Initiative for Transparency (CBIT) project, in collaboration with the Secretariat of Natural Resources and Environment (SERNA by Spanish acronym) of Honduras. This project aims to establish an integrated monitoring system for climate change in Honduras, as a tool to collect, monitor, evaluate and report progress in the implementation of climate actions in the country. The National Climate Change Monitoring System (SNMCC by Spanish acronym) will consolidate various existing climate change information platforms in the country, serving as the official source of climate information for national and international reports. It will address mitigation and adaptation actions, as well as means of implementation, to track Honduras’ Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) in alignment with the goals of the Paris Agreement. In this context, the Climate Change Unit of UNEP’s LAC Office is recruiting a National Greenhouse Gas Inventory Consultant to support a capacity building scheme in coordination with relevant stakeholders to enhance participation in climate action processes to train personnel from the National Directorate of Climate Change (DNCC by Spanish acronym) in the implementation of a National Greenhouse Gas Inventory System (SINGEI by Spanish acronym). The incumbent will work from home, and he or she will be supervised by UNEP’s Energy & Efficiency Programme Management Officer of the Climate Change Unit for the Latin America and the Caribbean Office. He or she will work in close collaboration with the Secretariat of Natural Resources and Environment (SERNA) of Honduras and the CBIT Honduras Project based in DNCC/SERNA.

Qualifications/special skills

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: • Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, chemical engineering, forestry, environmental sciences, geography, or related field (required). • A master’s degree in areas related to meteorology, climate change, engineering, environment and natural sciences, governance, international cooperation, or sustainable development is required. WORK EXPERIENCE: • A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in areas related to sustainability, climate change, environmental science, or fields related to climate change, environment, or sustainable development (required). • Verifiable professional experience of at least 3 years, within the 7 years of professional experience, in planning and developing National GHG Emissions and Removals, knowledge of the IPCC guidelines and experience in reporting to the convention. (required). • Demonstrates understanding of tools used for the estimation of GHG emissions and captures (desirable). • Knowledge of GHG emissions inventories estimation methodologies such as IPCC 2006 (desirable). • Experience working with and building partnerships with public and private sector both national and subnational (desirable). • Experience supporting large, complex stakeholder consultation processes, especially related to climate action (desirable). LANGUAGE: • Fluency in Spanish (required). • Fluency in English (required). SKILLS: PROFESSIONALISM: • Experience in the design, preparation and execution of proposals related to climate change or for the exercise of indigenous rights, according to international standards. • Management of the gender, intercultural and human rights approach of indigenous peoples. • Management of Office tools and digital platforms. • Excellent writing and teamwork skills. • Proactive capacity, responsibility and commitment. • Excellent understanding of national climate change commitments. • Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to climate change, indigenous peoples and adaptation planning. • Ability to identify, analyze and participate in resolving issues/problems. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work, and manage conflicting priorities. • Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. • Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results. • Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. • Shows persistence when faced with complex problems or challenges. • Remains calm in stressful situations. TEAMWORK: • Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. • Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise. • Is willing to learn from others; supports and acts following final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. • Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: • Develop clear goals consistent with agreed strategies. • Identifies priority activities and assignments. • Adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate time and resources for completing work. • Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. • Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. • Uses time efficiently.

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No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.