International Consultant to support the implementation of the Rangelands Flagship Initiative

Stellenbeschreibung:

The consultant will provide technical and strategic support for the implementation of the Rangelands Flagship Initiative, focusing on project pipeline development, private sector engagement, and resource mobilization. The role involves developing investment-ready projects, supporting resource mobilization, and promoting sustainable rangeland management.

Responsibilities

Support the development and implementation of a strategic roadmap and action plan for the Rangelands Flagship Initiative, including priority activities, milestones and partnerships.
Support the inception and implementation of the UNCCD COP17 Legacy Project.
Identify and assess potential projects and programmes, building on existing initiatives and identifying opportunities for scaling up sustainable rangeland management, conservation and restoration.
Lead the development of investment-ready project and programme concept notes and funding proposals in close collaboration with country Parties and implementing partners.
Provide technical inputs to project design, including theories of change, results frameworks, financial sustainability and relevant cross-cutting considerations, and contribute to the development of practical guidance and good practices for sustainable rangeland management and restoration.
Identify opportunities for private sector investment and engagement, including through Business4Land, public-private partnerships and sustainable value chains, while promoting inclusive business models that benefit pastoralists and local communities.
Explore innovative financing mechanisms and business models, including blended finance, to support sustainable rangeland management and restoration.
Support resource mobilization by identifying potential financing partners, facilitating engagement with donors and financial institutions, and promoting investment opportunities for priority rangeland projects and programmes.
Support outreach activities on sustainable rangeland management at CRIC and other international events to promote the COP17 Legacy Project and strengthen partnerships.

Requirements

Master’s degree in communications, international relations, political science or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Minimum seven years of work experience in communication, event coordination, public relations or related field is required.
Demonstrated experience in organizing events in United Nations settings, preferably Conference of Parties is required.
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse teams, including virtually is required.
Excellent planning, organization and teamwork skills are required.
Only individuals who can act as independent, individual economical operators are qualified to apply.
Individuals who can provide their services only on account of an institution or enterprise are not eligible under this procedure.
Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations Secretariat and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein.
Consultant and individual contractor is responsible for determining tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.
For remote consultancies, the selected candidate will be required to have a laptop or desktop PC (with Windows 11 or newer) or Mac (with the latest MacOS update), as well as a reliable, high-speed internet connection.
An Office 365 license will be provided by the UNCCD to enable the candidate to access official emails, SharePoint, OneDrive and other office applications, such as Word and Excel.
Further computer requirements: An antivirus application which receives regular updates; Browsers must be a newer version with regular updates enabled; Regular Windows 11 updates should be enabled with Windows laptop or PC.
A mobile phone will be required to enable Multifactor Authentication (MFA) through SMS or the Authenticator App.