Consultant to Support the Development of a National Climate Change and Health Strategy at African Institute for Development Policy

Job Description (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The African Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP) is an African-led, regional non-profit policy think tank established in to help bridge the gaps between research, policy and practice in development efforts in Africa. We analyse, synthesise, and translate evidence (i.e. data and research) and use it to generate or strengthen political commitment, inform resource allocation, programme design and implementation. The aim is to contribute to the realisation of sustainable development by enabling the formulation of sound policies and programme interventions.Scope of Work:The consultant will provide technical and strategic support to the Ministry of Health in developing a comprehensive Kenya Climate Change and Health Strategy. The scope of work includes: Conducting a comprehensive review of the literature on the health impacts of climate change in Kenya.Conducting a stakeholder analysis and engaging with key stakeholders, including the Ministry of Environment and Forestry, Ministry of Agriculture, and other relevant stakeholders, to gather inputs and ensure ownership of the strategy.Provide leadership in developing a comprehensive strategy to address the health impacts of climate change in Kenya. The strategy should include the following elements: A situation analysis of the health impacts of climate change in Kenya.A set of strategic objectives and priorities for addressing the health impacts of climate change in Kenya.A set of strategies and interventions to achieve the strategic objectives and priorities, including policy and institutional reforms, capacity building, and research.A monitoring and evaluation framework to track progress in implementing the strategy. Deliverables: The consultant will deliver the following outputs: A comprehensive literature review report on the health impacts of climate change in Kenya.A stakeholder engagement report documenting inputs and feedback from key stakeholders.A draft Kenya Climate Change and Health Strategy document for review by the Ministry of Health and its stakeholders.A final Kenya Climate Change and Health Strategy document, incorporating feedback from the Ministry of Health and its stakeholders. Timeline: The consultant will complete the assignment within six months.Qualifications: The consultant should have the following capabilities: A post-graduate degree in public health, environmental health, or climate change.Proven experience of at least five years on health and climate change-related issues, focusing on developing countries.Demonstrated experience in conducting research and developing policy documents.Strong analytical and writing skills.Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.