Consultant for National Cooling Action Plan Development

Job Posting Organization:
The job posting organization is the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), which was established to promote economic and social development in the Asia-Pacific region. ESCAP works with member states to achieve sustainable development goals and enhance regional cooperation. The organization has a diverse workforce and operates in multiple countries across the Asia-Pacific region, focusing on various sectors including energy, climate change, and sustainable development.

Job Overview:
The consultant will play a crucial role in the development of the National Cooling Action Plan (NCAP) for the Solomon Islands, which aims to address the increasing cooling demands due to rising temperatures and climate variability. The consultant will be responsible for coordinating activities among various stakeholders, including government agencies, private sector entities, and civil society, to ensure that the NCAP reflects national priorities and circumstances. This position requires a strong understanding of energy efficiency, climate change, and sustainable development, as well as the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders to gather data and validate findings. The consultant will also support the organization of workshops and consultations to facilitate stakeholder engagement and ensure that the NCAP is aligned with national development goals.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant's duties will include coordinating information exchange among stakeholders, providing national-level data inputs, maintaining a data inventory and data-gap log, supporting stakeholder consultations, and assisting in the finalization of the NCAP. Specific responsibilities include preparing national inputs for the NCAP, collaborating with government institutions to collect and validate data, organizing interviews and consultations, facilitating stakeholder meetings, and providing inputs to the drafting and revision of the NCAP document. The consultant will ensure that the recommendations made in the NCAP are practical, implementable, and aligned with the socioeconomic and regulatory contexts of the Solomon Islands.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in fields such as energy, environmental studies, climate change, economics, engineering, or public policy. Additionally, candidates should have at least 5–7 years of relevant professional experience in energy, climate change, or sustainable development. Demonstrated experience in coordinating with government ministries and facilitating stakeholder consultations is essential. Experience working in the Solomon Islands or similar Small Island Developing States (SIDS) is highly desirable, along with familiarity with cooling, refrigeration, air-conditioning, energy efficiency, and related processes.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as energy, environmental studies, climate change, economics, engineering, or public policy is required for this position. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of energy systems, climate policies, and sustainable development practices necessary for the role.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a minimum of 5–7 years of professional experience in relevant fields such as energy, climate change, or sustainable development. This experience should include demonstrated capabilities in coordinating with government agencies and facilitating stakeholder consultations, which are critical for the successful development of the NCAP.

Languages:
An excellent command of written and spoken English is mandatory for this position, as effective communication with stakeholders and the preparation of documentation will be key components of the role. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset but is not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
The position is expected to last for 12 months, and while specific details regarding compensation and benefits are not provided, it is important to note that the United Nations does not charge any fees during the recruitment process. The role is likely to involve full-time commitment and may require travel for stakeholder consultations and workshops.