In Country Facilitator (Homebased Retainer) - Monrovia, Liberia

Together, we build the future UNOPS – an operational arm of the United Nations – supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by successfully implementing its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian, and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve peace and sustainable development. We are proud of our people. The UNOPS family brings together approximately 160 nationalities, represented by over 5,000 UNOPS personnel as well as some 7,800 personnel recruited on behalf of our partners. Spread across 80 countries, our workforce is rich in diversity and culture – with inclusion at its core. We understand the importance of balancing professional and personal demands and offer several flexible working options.

Duty Station(s)

Home based.

Duration

12 months, maximum of 220 working days, with possibility of an extension depending on satisfactory performance and on availability of funds.

Functions / Key Results Expected

1. Coordination and communication with key stakeholders

Ensure that communications relevant to NDC Partnership engagement are shared with relevant national, international, and local level stakeholders.

Facilitate periodic coordination and information exchange among partners in the country, with the aim of leveraging and mobilizing their respective advantages in support of the Implementation Plan, request for support letters or equivalent instrument. To this end, usage of existing government coordination mechanisms shall be prioritized.

Organize meetings to monitor and coordinate the implementation of the Implementation Plan, or equivalent instrument, with stakeholders.

2. Operationalization of NDC Implementation Plan

Collaborate with the NDC Partnership Support Unit and the Focal Points to manage and update the online NDC Implementation Plan, ensuring information remains up to date and accessible for key stakeholders.

Identify implementing and development partners, compile and periodically update their contact details (name of focal point, email address, telephone number) and follow up with them regarding their contribution to the Implementation Plan or equivalent instrument.

3. Facilitation of NDC Implementation Plan implementation

Create an Annual Work Plan that sets out specific goals for the facilitator role in collaboration with the Country Engagement Specialist and Focal Point(s).

Collaborate with the NDC Partnership Support Unit to document changes in the operating context and provide support to the government and stakeholders in decision-making processes and new developments with respect to the Implementation Plan, equivalent instrument and its enabling environment.

4. Mobilization of resources for NDC implementation

Support the government in following up on and mobilizing partner financing to close its support gaps to allow for NDC implementation as per the Implementation Plan.

Update government needs and priorities for NDC implementation. When Implementation Plans are available, these should be regularly updated.

Work with the NDC Partnership Support Unit to produce an overview of support gaps to make available to partners.

Skills

Climate Change, Policy Analysis, Resource Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Effective communication.

Education Requirements

Required

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) preferably in related fields with 7 years of relevant experience OR

Master’s degree (or equivalent) preferably in public policy, development, climate change, natural resource management, environmental management, or any other relevant field of study with 5 years of relevant experience.

Experience Requirements

Required

At least 5 years’ experience in public and/or private sector with a focus on climate change, stakeholder and donor engagement and/or preparation of cross-cutting workplan/proposal development or any related field.

Experience in multilateral, national governance and processes related to climate change, policy and/or Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).

Knowledge of the country’s context of policy frameworks, national plans and strategies related to climate change.

Desired

Familiarity with UNFCCC processes including Subsidiary Body and Conference of Parties (CoP), NDC and past experience on government climate change process.

Experience of other national contexts that indirectly contribute to climate change.

Ability to foster formal and informal networks to strengthen cooperation between agencies, including Government, private sector participants, NGOs and other stakeholders.

Language Requirements

English, Fluent.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the implementation of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and climate action on a national level in Liberia. The position offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government officials, international partners, and local organizations, to mobilize resources and track progress towards climate goals