Solomon Islands Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) Officer

The Climate Change Division (CCD) of the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management, and Meteorology (MECDM) is leading the completion of Integrated Vulnerability Assessments (IVA) in all Provinces of Solomon Islands. The objectives of the Solomon Islands Integrated Vulnerability Assessment (SIIVA) are to collect baseline data to inform planning, monitor change and measure impacts of adaptation action areas. The data collected will be used for National and Provincial strategic planning, climate finance access, informing regional and international meetings, informing national climate change policy, Provincial level awareness and village monitoring to compliment additional vulnerability and risk assessment methods in Solomon Islands.

DT Global delivers the Capacity Support Programme for MFAT. The scope of this programme is quite broad as its aim is to be responsive to the needs of Pacific Island countries. It includes providing personnel or training to assist with:

delivering and reporting on the flexible finance provided by MFAT;

developing/updating national climate change plans and reporting frameworks;

developing an investment-ready pipeline of projects;

delivering climate change priorities;

improving climate finance reporting; and

accessing a broader range of climate finance funding.

The MRV Officer will play a vital role in assisting the Solomon Islands Government (SIG) with the effective implementation of the iMRV tool. This individual will oversee data management and entry across various system modules, ensuring that all information is accurate, timely, and adheres to established protocols and guidelines. This position is essential for upholding data integrity and enhancing decision – making processes within the organisation.

The successful technical consultant will collaborate closely with SIG and other stakeholders, as directed by the Director of the Climate Change Division.

To be successful for this role, you must possess the following, including, but not limited to:

1) A recent CV;

2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria (maximum 1 – 2 pages)

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Sunday 15 September 2024, 11:59pm (AEST)

We embrace and support applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.  Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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