National Expert: Support to NDC3.0 and LT-LEDS Processes, Saint Kitts

National Expert: Support to NDC3.0 and LT-LEDS Processes, Saint Kitts

Apply for the National Expert: Support to NDC3.0 and LT-LEDS Processes, Saint Kitts role at Climate Analytics .

Background and objective of the assignment

Saint Kitts and Nevis is preparing its NDC 3.0 and its first Long‑Term Low Emissions Development Strategy (LT‑LEDS). These documents are being developed through a single integrated process, ensuring alignment across near‑, medium‑ and long‑term climate action and full coherence with the National Planning Development Framework (NPDF). CA, as the baseline Implementing Partner under the NDC Partnership’s Partnership Action Fund (PAF), will lead the technical work on the Stocktake, Roadmap, scenario modelling, target setting, and drafting of the NDC 3.0 and LT‑LEDS. A strong in‑country presence is essential.

Scope of Work

• Data Collection & Verification
  • Support compilation and verification of sectoral data for the Stocktake, LEAP modelling and scenario development (energy, transport, waste, agriculture, land, water, health, etc.).
  • Request, follow up and obtain data from ministries, utilities, government agencies and private sector entities.
  • Assist in collecting and organising gender‑disaggregated data where available.
• Document Review & Consolidation
  • Review national policies, plans, strategies and sectoral documents relevant to climate mitigation, adaptation and development planning.
  • Identify gaps, inconsistencies or missing information relevant to NDC 3.0 and LT‑LEDS development.
  • Support preparation of summaries, extracts and document inputs for use by the CA team.
• Stakeholder Mapping & Engagement
  • Update and refine stakeholder mapping for Saint Kitts and Nevis.
  • Engage stakeholders through meetings, emails, phone calls and follow‑up.
  • Help ensure gender‑balanced and inclusive representation across all engagements.
• Organization of Consultations & Workshops
  • Support logistical and operational preparation of national workshops (Stocktake validation, roadmap consultations, target‑setting sessions, sectoral workshops, validation events).
  • Prepare agendas, invitations, stakeholder lists, venue arrangements, briefing packages, registration, note‑taking and workshop documentation.
  • Coordinate consultations both in Saint Kitts and in Nevis.
• Facilitation of National Ownership
  • Support the CAU in ensuring technical outputs are understood, reviewed and endorsed by relevant ministries.
  • Facilitate communication between national agencies and the CA technical team to resolve questions promptly.
  • Track feedback and ensure that comments are collected and shared in consolidated form.
• Review Support and Compilation of Stakeholder Inputs
  • Assist in collecting, collating and organising feedback on draft deliverables.
  • Ensure that revisions requested by ministries and entities are clear, complete and well‑documented.
• Regular Reporting and Coordination with CA & CAU
  • Provide weekly status updates on work completed and pending actions.
  • Maintain clear records of stakeholder communications, data requests and follow‑ups.
  • Support preparation of summaries, notes and progress updates.
• Other Tasks
  • Perform additional tasks agreed with CAU and CA that align with the goals of the NDC 3.0 and LT‑LEDS development process.

Required Qualifications And Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management, Natural Resource Management, Climate Change, Development Studies, Economics, Political Science or a related field and at least five (5) years of relevant experience; OR
• A Master’s degree in a relevant field and at least three (3) years of experience.
• Demonstrated experience in climate policy, sustainable development or development planning in Saint Kitts and Nevis or the wider Caribbean.
• Proven experience facilitating multi‑stakeholder consultations and workshops.
• Familiarity with national institutions, planning processes and the local political economy.
• Strong understanding of Caribbean climate policy landscape, including NDCs and climate governance.
• Excellent communication, coordination and organisational skills.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and engage with government stakeholders.

Conditions

• Application deadline: 10 Dec 2025
• Starting date: As soon as possible.
• Location: Saint Kitts and Nevis (on‑site).
• Terms: Fixed‑term of 12 months, 219 working days (based on an 8‑hour workday).
• Invoicing: Consultant will invoice based on the number of days worked. Travel costs, per diems and other expenses will not be covered. The consultant must manage these independently.

Interested candidates should apply with CV, cover letter, three references and expected salary exclusively using the application form. Applications by email or by post will not be processed.

Evaluation Criteria

Consultants will be evaluated based on their qualifications, experience and daily rate, with particular focus on their ability to engage and facilitate national stakeholders.

About Us

Climate Analytics is a global climate science and policy institute established in 2008 that delivers cutting‑edge science, analysis and support to accelerate climate action and keep global warming below 1.5 °C. Our international team is composed of roughly 140 staff, half based at our headquarters in Berlin, Germany, the remainder working out of five regional offices in Africa, Australia & Pacific, the Caribbean, South Asia and North America.

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