Local Consultant - Environmental Governance and Security

Job Posting Organization:
The OSCE Mission to Serbia has been actively engaged in supporting various Serbian institutions, local self-governments, the judiciary, academia, civil society, and other stakeholders since its establishment. The mission focuses on enhancing good environmental governance and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, improving the enforcement of environmental legislation, and promoting inclusive decision-making processes. Through its Unified Budget and extra-budgetary projects, the OSCE Mission aims to develop institutional capacities, foster inter-institutional cooperation, and support evidence-based policy-making at both national and local levels. The organization addresses critical issues such as environmental and climate-related security risks, green and brown budgeting, and public participation in environmental governance. The mission also plays a vital role in regional initiatives that tackle environmental challenges, including illegal logging and forest governance.

Job Overview:
The OSCE Mission to Serbia is seeking to establish a Roster of highly qualified local consultants/experts in environmental governance and environmental security. The selected experts will be engaged based on program needs to conduct research, provide policy advice, develop analyses and recommendations, and design capacity-building activities for relevant institutions and stakeholders. The role requires specialized expertise in areas such as environmental governance, climate security, and the implementation of the Aarhus Convention. The consultant will work under the supervision of the National Programme Officer and will coordinate closely with various stakeholders to ensure effective project implementation and delivery of expert-level support.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will be responsible for developing research methodologies, collecting and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data, and conducting assessments in environmental governance and security. They will contribute to the development of evidence-based recommendations and strategies, provide expert advice, and draft practical tools and knowledge products related to environmental governance. Additionally, the consultant will conceptualize and deliver capacity-building programs, including training seminars and workshops for local self-governments and public authorities. They will also support dialogue and cooperation among stakeholders, ensuring that their specialized knowledge is integrated into mission programs and activities.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess citizenship or permanent residence in Serbia, a university degree in environmental sciences, social sciences, economics, law, or a related field. A minimum of six years of relevant professional experience in environmental governance, climate security, and related areas is required. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in providing expert advice, conducting research, and developing practical tools. Familiarity with national environmental policies and international standards, such as the Aarhus Convention, is essential. Strong analytical, presentation, and communication skills are also necessary, along with professional fluency in English and Serbian.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in environmental sciences, social sciences, economics, law, or another relevant field is required for this position. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of environmental governance and security, as well as for developing effective policy recommendations and capacity-building programs.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of six years of relevant professional experience in fields related to environmental governance, climate security, and environmental law enforcement. Experience in conducting research, providing expert advice, and developing capacity-building activities is essential. Familiarity with the national environmental policy framework and experience working with relevant institutions and stakeholders will be considered an asset.

Languages:
Professional fluency in both English and Serbian is mandatory for this position, encompassing both oral and written communication. This bilingual proficiency is crucial for effective collaboration with local stakeholders and for the successful delivery of capacity-building programs. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an advantage but is not required.

Additional Notes:
The consultancy will be offered under a Special Service Agreement (SSA), with the fee based on the nature of the services provided. Candidates are encouraged to propose their daily fees in RSD. Payment will be made upon successful completion of assigned tasks. The OSCE is committed to achieving gender balance within the organization and encourages applications from diverse candidates. The organization retains the discretion to modify the terms of the consultancy or to cancel the recruitment process if necessary.