Expert in Transport Finance

Job Posting Organization:
The job is posted by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), which is a regional development arm of the United Nations. Established in 1947, ESCAP aims to promote economic and social development in the Asia-Pacific region. The organization works with 62 member states and 9 associate members, focusing on sustainable development, poverty reduction, and regional cooperation. ESCAP has a diverse workforce of over 300 employees and operates in various countries across Asia and the Pacific, addressing critical issues such as climate change, transport, and gender equality.

Job Overview:
The position of Expert in Transport Finance is integral to the ESCAP secretariat's Transport Division, which is currently implementing a project aimed at strengthening the capacity of member states to develop and implement low carbon and resilient transport action plans. The primary objective of this role is to enhance the capabilities of countries in the Asia-Pacific region to accelerate climate action through transport initiatives. This involves addressing technical, institutional, and financial gaps in transitioning to low or zero carbon transport systems. The project specifically targets four countries: Fiji, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Tajikistan, focusing on the development of transport strategies that align with their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). The expert will be responsible for creating a costed implementation plan for Indonesia's transport-related measures, ensuring that it serves as a master investment blueprint that translates climate targets into actionable projects with clear timelines and resource mobilization strategies. The role requires extensive stakeholder engagement and collaboration with various ministries and organizations to ensure the plan is technically sound and nationally owned.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Expert in Transport Finance will undertake a comprehensive set of responsibilities, including: conducting a detailed sectoral analysis of Indonesia's NDC 3.0 mitigation targets for transport; developing a costed project pipeline by identifying and prioritizing potential transport mitigation projects; drafting a comprehensive report on the costed implementation plan that outlines targets, timelines, and responsible entities; ensuring integration of transport mitigation components with adaptation and cross-cutting themes such as gender and social inclusion; actively participating in project workshops and consultations, providing technical inputs, and validating the cost implementation plan. The consultant may also need to travel within Indonesia for consultations or data collection, with travel expenses reimbursed according to ESCAP policies.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree in fields such as transport, civil engineering, energy studies, environmental science, climate change, or a related discipline. A minimum of 7 years of relevant working experience in sustainable transport, climate change mitigation, transport decarbonization, or transport finance is required. The ideal candidate should demonstrate expertise in greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting, transport modeling, and developing mitigation project pipelines, as well as transport policy analysis specifically within Southeast Asia. A strong understanding of Indonesia's national climate policies and institutional frameworks is essential for this role.

Educational Background:
The position requires an advanced university degree, which typically means a Master's degree or higher, in a relevant field such as transport, civil engineering, energy studies, environmental science, climate change, or a closely related area. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of transport finance and climate action strategies.

Experience:
The role demands at least 7 years of professional experience in areas related to sustainable transport, climate change mitigation, and transport finance. Candidates should have a proven track record of working on projects that involve GHG accounting, transport modeling, and the development of mitigation project pipelines. Experience in policy analysis within the Southeast Asian context is particularly valuable, as it will inform the consultant's ability to navigate the regional challenges and opportunities in transport decarbonization.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory for this position, with strong communication skills and excellent writing, synthesis, and editing abilities being essential. While English is the primary language required, knowledge of additional languages may be beneficial but is not specified as a requirement.

Additional Notes:
The position is remote, allowing for flexibility in work location. The expected duration of the consultancy is from July 26, 2026, to January 27, 202

• It is important to note that the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, ensuring a fair and transparent hiring process.