Environment Technical Consultant

Job Posting Organization:
The consultancy is within the Environmental Standards Section (ES) of the Air Transport Bureau (ATB) of ICAO. ICAO, the International Civil Aviation Organization, is a specialized agency of the United Nations established in 194

• Its mission is to promote the safe and orderly development of international civil aviation throughout the world. ICAO has 193 member states and works to develop international standards and regulations necessary for aviation safety, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, efficiency, and environmental protection. The organization is committed to limiting or reducing the impact of international aviation on noise, local air quality, and the global climate, and it provides support to various bodies including the Assembly, the Council, and the Committee on Aviation Environmental Protection (CAEP).

Job Overview:
The Environment Technical Consultant will play a crucial role in supporting ICAO's work on the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). This position involves analyzing and approving new fuel sources and pathways for CORSIA eligible fuels, which are documented in various ICAO publications. The consultant will be responsible for compiling and organizing documentation related to Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) values and Induced Land Use Change (ILUC) values for these fuels. The role requires close collaboration with experts from ICAO's CAEP Working Group 5 and involves developing reports and outreach materials to enhance access to databases and models related to core LCA and ILUC modelling processes. The consultant will also support the evaluation of new fuel sources and pathways submitted by ICAO Member States and International Organizations, ensuring that all requests are documented and processed efficiently. This position demands a strong understanding of environmental science and aviation policies, as well as excellent analytical and communication skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the documentation of the modelling process of core Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) values for CORSIA eligible fuels, including compiling and organizing documentation for models and databases, proposing processes for improved access, and developing reports on the models used.
• Support the documentation of the modelling process of Induced Land Use Change (ILUC) values for CORSIA eligible fuels, including similar tasks as above for ILUC values.
• Assist in the evaluation of new fuel sources and pathways for CORSIA eligible fuels by compiling requests from ICAO Member States and International Organizations, developing outreach materials, and coordinating with stakeholders.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor, contributing to the overall goals of the Environmental Standards Section.

Required Qualifications:

• An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Industrial Ecology, Climate Change, Natural Sciences, or a closely related field is required. A first-level university degree in one of these fields combined with additional qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.
• A minimum of four (4) years of professional experience in developing, maintaining, and managing databases using various software applications and analytical tools is essential.
• A solid understanding of life cycle assessment methodologies applicable to CORSIA Eligible Fuels (CEFs), including Computable General Equilibrium (CGE) modelling, is required.
• Demonstrated experience in drafting, reviewing, and editing technical reports and guidance material in English is necessary.
• Sound knowledge of international aviation environmental policies and programmes, including ICAO environmental initiatives and CORSIA, is essential.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in a relevant field such as Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Industrial Ecology, Climate Change, or Natural Sciences. Alternatively, a first-level university degree in one of these fields combined with additional qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of four (4) years of professional experience in relevant fields, particularly in developing and managing databases, understanding life cycle assessment methodologies, and drafting technical documentation. Experience in interacting with civil aviation authorities and international organizations is also desirable, along with a background in environmental sustainability and aviation policies.

Languages:
Fluent reading, writing, and speaking abilities in English are essential for this position. A working knowledge of French and another language of the Organization (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish) is considered desirable, enhancing communication with diverse stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This consultancy is expected to be filled for an initial period of eleven (11) months, with the possibility of extension on a year-to-year basis, subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. The position is full-time, and the monthly remuneration for Band C ranges from CAD 7,562 to CAD 10,910, depending on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience.