Technical Consultant – Educational & Health Facilities Sustainability Auditing

Job Posting Organization:
UNICEF, established in 1946, is a United Nations agency that works in over 190 countries and territories. Its mission is to reach the world's most disadvantaged children, save their lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. UNICEF operates with a workforce dedicated to building a better world for every child, emphasizing resilience and sustainability in its programs.

Job Overview:
The position of Technical Consultant focuses on enhancing the eco-efficiency of social infrastructures for children and youth in Central Asia, particularly in the context of climate change. The consultant will support UNICEF in developing a national strategic action plan on climate-adaptive Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) in schools, collaborating with government representatives across five Central Asian countries. The role involves providing technical assistance, developing guidelines, and advocating for sustainable practices in educational and health facilities. The consultant will work closely with UNICEF Country Offices to ensure that sustainability considerations are integrated into infrastructure projects, thereby contributing to the resilience of education systems against climate change and natural disasters.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support and oversight in conducting pre-energy and energy audits in school and health infrastructures in Central Asia.
• Offer strategic and technical oversight to UNICEF Country Offices regarding energy efficiency, renewable energy, and ventilation measures.
• Develop technical guidelines for UNICEF based on the implementation of infrastructure greening models in the region.
• Create an evidence-based business model advocacy package to promote and scale up greening initiatives in education and health facilities.
• Support UNICEF Country Offices and the Business Model Initiative Steering Committee as needed.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree in environmental science, engineering, energy auditing, or a related discipline. They should have a minimum of eight years of work experience in energy efficiency and sustainability, with a focus on leveraging renewable resources and building inspection. Previous experience in the Central Asia region is advantageous, as is knowledge of the United Nations system or international organizations. Familiarity with international development, humanitarian issues, and children's rights is also beneficial. Fluency in English is required, and knowledge of other relevant languages is a plus.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree in environmental science, engineering, energy auditing, or a related field is essential for this position. This educational background ensures that the candidate has the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to address the complexities of sustainability and eco-efficiency in social infrastructures.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of eight years of relevant work experience. This experience should encompass energy efficiency, sustainability practices, and oversight of building construction or inspection, particularly with a focus on eco-efficiency. Familiarity with the Central Asia region is considered an asset, as it indicates an understanding of the local context and challenges.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this role. Additionally, knowledge of other languages relevant to the Central Asia region is considered an advantage, as it may facilitate communication and collaboration with local stakeholders and government representatives.

Additional Notes:
The position is a consultancy role, and individuals engaged under this contract will not be considered staff members of UNICEF. They will not receive benefits typically provided to staff, such as leave entitlements or medical insurance. The selected candidate must ensure that their visa and health insurance are valid for the duration of the contract. Furthermore, candidates are required to confirm their fully-vaccinated status against COVID-19 with a WHO-endorsed vaccine before starting the assignment, unless they are working remotely and not interacting directly with UNICEF's operations.