Desired Qualifications and Experience:
• The consultant is expected to possess the following:
• Advanced degree, master’s or higher, in climate change, international development, environmental science or an equivalent relevant area.
• At least 5 years of demonstrated professional experience in climate change or environmental reporting, with proven expertise working in the Caribbean or Small Island Developing State (SIDS).
• Previous experience in the preparation of National Communications and Biennial Reports, and similar reports under the UNFCCC.
• Strong understanding of UNFCCC reporting requirements, including the MPGs of the Enhanced Transparency Framework.
• Ability to demonstrate expert knowledge of relevant processes particularly in the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and the UNFCCC Convention process.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement and facilitation of workshops or capacity-building activities.
• Demonstrate strong project management skills and the capability to apply expert knowledge for the execution of the required scope of work.
• Demonstrate competence in technical report writing, presenting and organising information in a logical and sequential manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to communicate with stakeholders are essential.