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National Consultant for Preparation of Project Document - Selected Strategies and Frameworks for Effective Implementation of Sustainable ENRM, CC Adaptation/ Mitigation and Disaster Risk Management in place, Kampala

Closing Date: Monday, 31 January 2011


Background

In April 2010 UNDP and the Government of Uganda (GOU) endorsed the Country Programme Action Plan (CPAP) 2010 -2014, a five year plan that guides the development and delivery of projects that respond to government priorities as stated in the National Development (NDP), and also to the outcomes of the United Nations Development Assistance framework (UNDAF 2010-2014). The country programme has two main components which are Accountable Democratic Governance (ADG) and Growth and Poverty Reduction (GPR).

Under the GPR component, the proposed project is to be developed for the delivery of the CPAP Output: “Selected strategies and frameworks for effective implementation of sustainable ENRM, CC adaptation/ mitigation and Disaster Risk Management in place” which in turn will contribute to the Outcome “ Institutional frameworks and capacity for sustainable Environment and Natural Resources Management (ENRM), Climate Change (CC) adaptation and mitigation; and Disaster Risk Management (DRM) in place.”

The NDP 2010/11- 2014/15 reported poor compliance with environmental policies, laws and regulations to address degradation of environment and natural resources and lack of policy legislation, regulation and guidelines for mainstreaming of climate change into development plans at all levels. The National Adaptation Plan of Action Uganda (NAPA) identifies limited awareness at all levels about the causes of climate change as well as the devastating impacts to socio-economic development plans and activities and weak institutional and coordinating mechanisms as some of the key challenges for the government in the area of climate change adaptation and mitgation.

In the proposed project, UNDP will support the review, harmonization and development of policies and strategies for environment and natural resources management, efficient biomass energy utilization, climate change adaptation/mitigation and Disaster Risk Reduction.

In particular, the project will focus on the review of the national environment management policy; develop strategies for implementation of sustainable energy especially renewable energy, development of action plans for implementation of the national climate change adaptation/mitigation as well as the DRR policies. These interventions will include capacity development/support for the relevant institutions.

Scope of Work

The consultant is to prepare one project document with interventions will enable establishment of strategies and frameworks for the effective implementation of sustainable ENRM, CC adaptation/ mitigation and Disaster Risk Management.

The consultancy will cover the key aspects below:

* Identification of niche for UNDP support within the output area in line with the existing policies and strategies, gaps and the on going interventions by government and other development partners. The project scope should contribute to achieving the outcome at the end of the programming cycle and build synergies with other programme interventions (GPR and ADG)
* Selection of the appropriate implementing partners , responsible parties and collaborating partners to deliver the project
* Develop annual work plans with outputs and activities, baselines, indicators and targets for the duration of the project with a view to ensure continuity over the 4 year CPAP period.
* Integrate cross cutting issues of gender and human rights based approach to programming
* Develop a monitoring and evaluation strategy in line with the CPAP and UNDAF M&E framework
* Develop a clear partnership / collaboration strategy
* Identify appropriate management arrangements with clear responsibilities for project management; oversight/ assurance; implementation and accountability for resources
* Conduct an initial analysis of risks that will impact on the project formulation and implementation
* Define a clear exit strategy for the project

To ensure project quality, the consultant will consult closely with key stakeholders and build on lessons learnt during the implementation of CPAP 2006-2010. Key operational principles to be considered in the project design are:

* Relevance, effectiveness, efficiency and sustainability of project activities
* Building national capacities and ownership
* Strengthening capacity development
* Promoting south-south cooperation
* Focus on key cross cutting themes of UNDP programming

Duties and Responsibilities

The consultants will undertake the following activities

* Attend detailed briefing on the UNDP programming facilitated by the UNDP programme team.
* Review critical documentation/literature related to the CPAP and UNDP /UN programming.
* Present inception report and discussion guide for agreement with UNDP prior to consultations.
* Undertake consultations with key stakeholders from UNDP, UN agencies, Government, NGOs, development partners and private sector to ascertain priorities areas, on going interventions etc
* Identify areas of interventions that aim at achieving the stated output 2.3.1, identify target beneficiaries and establish the baselines.
* Articulate conceptual linkages of the output and outcome while addressing cross cutting issues like gender
* Identify opportunities for resource mobilization and partnership.
* Make presentation of key findings and recommendations to stakeholders' validation workshop and incorporate relevant comments into the draft project document.
* Make presentation at internal pre-PAC meeting with UNDP Senior Management and staff to review the revised draft project document
* Make presentation of final draft project document at PAC meeting with selected key stakeholders including Government, proposed IPs and collaborating partners and incorporate comments for the finalization of project document.

Key Deliverables

* Inception report detailing the understanding/ interpretation of the TORs; the methodology; work plan and implementation schedule as agreed upon with UNDP team.
* Draft project document
* Presentations to stakeholder validation, Pre-PAC and PAC meetings
* Final project document

The assignment is expected to take 30 working days from the signing of the contract and the consultants will be expected to be available on a full time basis and deliver the outputs as per schedule proposed below:

Output

* Inception report is due 7 days after signing of contract
* Presentation of findings to stakeholder validation meetingis due 21 days after signing contract
* Draft project document is due 23 days after signing
* Presentation of draft project document to pre-PAC meeting is due 25 days after signing
* Presentation of final draft of project document to PAC meeting is due 27 days after signing
* Final Project document is due 30 days after signing

Reporting Arrangements

The consultants will report to the team leader of the Poverty Reduction Unit, who will take the lead in providing technical backstopping; they will work closely with the programme consultants.

At the conclusion of each deliverable, there will be a presentation to the programme team leaders in UNDP for review. The consultants will work under the overall guidance and leadership of the Country Director and Resident Representative.

Competencies

Technical competencies

* Strong leadership and task management competencies
* Excellent analytical skills;
* Excellent communication and writing skills in English.

Personal Competencies:

* Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN's values and ethical standards;
* Positive, constructive attitude to work;
* Ability to act professionally and flexibility to engage with government officials, donor representatives, private sector and communities.

Required Skills and Experience

Required Skills and Experience

National consultant

* Masters degree in Environment and Natural Resource Management or related field
* At least 7 years progressive work experience in area of Environment and Natural Resources Management and Climate Change adaptation, mitigation or Disaster Risk Reduction/ management
* Experience in project and programme formulation and management
* A good knowledge of the development context of Uganda
* Comprehensive experience in policy formulation and analysis and strategic planning

Application Procedure

UNDP invites eligible candidates to submit their application and detailed curriculum vitae.

One National Consultant Needed

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.

To Apply
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