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Job Title: International Consultant on Environmental Economics

Location: Abuja
Type of Contract: Individual Contract
Post Level: International Consultant

Background
The project ‘Nigeria Initiative for the Integration of Sound Management of Chemicals in Development Planning and Processes’ aims at strengthening the focus on improved cross-sectoral governance for the Strategic Management of Chemicals (SMC) at the national and local levels and establish stronger SMC links with national development planning priorities, processes and plans. The expected outputs of the project are a National Situation Report describing governmental, institutional and political contexts and the SMC situation, an economic analysis of at least one priority SMC issue, a Road Map for mainstreaming priority chemicals management issues and a National Plan for strengthening the SMC regime. These will be prepared with participation and guidance of an inter-ministerial coordination committee with full participation of stakeholders. The committee will serve as the coordination mechanism described in Activity Area 2 as well as a national steering committee (NSC) for the project.

The project is intended to review the existing actions in the area of chemicals management in order to advance the sound management of chemicals by identifying gaps and proposing concrete projects and priorities to incorporate chemical safety issues into the development agenda of Nigeria.

The approximate duration of the International Consultant’s work input is about 60 working days during the entire period of the project. This amount includes two travels to Nigeria.

Duties and Responsibilities
The Consultant is expected to perform the following tasks:
In close coordination with the UNDP/UNEP and the National Project Manager, the international consultant will assist the project partners to assess: Gaps in the country’s approach to the management of chemicals and capacity needs in terms of sustainable development and the protection of health and the environment (Activity Area 3); Potential and actual country priorities for sound chemicals management (SCM) in the context of cost benefits and overall national development priorities (Activity Area 3 and 4); and, Opportunities for mainstreaming SCM in development planning and policy (Activity Area 4).
Deliverables for the assignment:
Assist in the design (methodology) and planning for data collection in cooperation with the Project Manager and UNDP/UNEP personnel. Participate in development of the National Situation Report, by: Advising the national analytical team on national data collection plan, including reviewing relevant data, studies and tools (country studies, country environmental assessments, poverty assessments). Analyzing data based on the methodology and develop recommendations for discussion at appropriate times during the course of the project, including the planned stakeholder workshop. Participate and provide input for the stakeholder workshop. Lead and coordinate the work on the economic/development rationale analysis for mainstreaming the highest priority SMC issues in development plans, by Developing and applying a methodology for making the economic case for mainstreaming in development planning, with significant country-specific input from the National Policy Expert / Economist Implementing the above methodology in a priority pilot case, for example in the case of persistent organic pollutants or hazardous waste Disseminate and share the results with key stakeholders Provide inputs for development of project proposals based on the analysis and identified priorities Provide input to the Plan of Action, as led by the Project Manager, by Qualitatively describe the most significant legacy issues in the country (specifically by reviewing the inputs of the project’s analytical team) Qualitatively describe the most significant opportunities to facilitate the country’s ability to capitalize on sustainable development benefits of the chemical industry (specifically by reviewing the inputs of the project’s analytical team) Participate and contribute to the workshop on the Plan of Action Support the work on development of a “Mainstreaming Road Map”, in coordination with the Interagency Coordinating mechanism, in particular by: Providing relevant guidance to project team and the Interagency Coordinating Mechanism on country-specific policies and economy collection necessary to, (i) describe the economic characteristics of priority chemicals management issues in the relevant sectors, (ii) to support project activities and (iii) to complete the comprehensive economic analysis for the selected national priority; and iv) generate the scenarios based on the provided data sets Assist the Project Management Team by reviewing communication materials on economic and policy analysis for meetings, workshops and training sessions, but also in preparation for discussions with national planning authorities and other relevant partners. Support the Project Management Team in advocating for, promoting, and engaging in dialogue with stakeholders to advance the development, testing and adoption of the innovative economic and financial ideas, tools and instruments. Work with the Project Manager and UNDP/UNEP personnel to consult other development partners to obtain a broader development perspective; and Provide technical oversight and review of data collection, project reports and other products, economic analysis to ensure high-quality analytical standards and rigor
Supervision
Strategic guidance and supervision will be provided by Team Leader Sustainable Development Unit, UNDP and Ministry of Environment.

Competencies
Excellent analytical and writing skills, with peer reviewed articles or policy working papers on topic produced Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds Excellent coordination and collaboration skills, with ability to work under pressure Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability Treats all people fairly without favoritism
Required Skills and Experience
At least a Masters Degree in the field of economics, policy, public policy or administration, natural sciences, or other relevant field. At least 10 years relevant work experience in ecological/environmental economics and valuation, or closely related topic (especially from the chemicals point of view); Excellent knowledge of macro- and microeconomics, economic valuation methodologies of development policies and projects as well as ecosystem services, socio-economics of sustainable development and natural resource management required; Strong track record with producing high quality research and strong quantitative skills in econometrics, cost-benefit analyses and simulation/ scenario modeling, knowledge of spatial economics is an advantage; Knowledge of sound chemicals management, and multilateral environmental agreements (MEAs) on chemicals highly preferable; Understanding of multilateral and bilateral development agencies in the area of environmental capacity assessment and capacity building, including understanding the way these international organizations operate in terms of program and project planning, implementation and reporting; Experience in collaborating with Government officials at the senior policy level, including with environment, health, industry, planning commission and finance ministries; Strong skills in written communications in English particularly in preparing issue-based papers or reports.
Document to be included when submitting proposal- (All Document for submission including the financial proposal can be saved as a single file for upload). Interested individual consultants must submit the following documents/information to demonstrate their qualifications:
Proposal: Explaining why they are the most suitable for the work Provide a brief methodology on how you will approach and conduct the work (if applicable) Evidence of similar assignment implemented in the last 3 years Financial proposal Personal CV including past experience in similar projects with detailed contacts relating to the project and at least 3 references Financial Proposal detailing your lump sum fee for the entire assignment All consultant must indicate the currency of their financial proposal but Local Consultants must use local currency (Naira) Lump sum contracts
The financial proposal shall specify a total lump sum amount, and payment terms around specific and measurable (qualitative and quantitative) deliverables (i.e. whether payments fall in instalments or upon completion of the entire contract). Payments are based upon output, i.e. upon delivery of the services specified in the TOR. Your financial proposal shall include a breakdown of the lump sum

All envisaged travel costs must be included in the financial proposal. This includes all travel to join duty station/repatriation travel. All travels shall be refunded by UNDP at economy class ticket. Should the IC wish to travel on a higher class he/she shall do so using their own resources.

In the case of unforeseeable travel, payment of travel costs including tickets (economy class), lodging and terminal expenses shall be paid at UNDP rate.

Individual Consultants responding to this request for Individual Consultant should use the Price Schedule table below in their submission:

Evaluation:
The following criteria will be used to evaluate the individual consultants’ proposals.

Education – 20 marks Master’s degree in communications, media relations, journalism, publishing – 20 marksExperience – 60 marks 10 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in public relations, communications or advocacy. Previous experience with a multilateral or international organization is helpful but not mandatory. Skills in training, process facilitation, strategic planning, and partnership-building. Ability to prepare high quality policy briefs, newsletters, analytical reports, and technical research reflecting global good practice in democratic governance. Ability to work harmoniously with people from different cultural backgrounds. Familiarity with the communications and reporting culture and system in Nigeria.Language Requirements – 20 marks Strong skills in written communications in English particularly in preparing issue-based papers or reports. Excellent spoken English is also required.Evaluation
There will be a two stage evaluation as follows: Technical Criteria weight; [70] Financial Criteria weight; [30]Stage One (Technical Evaluation of Proposals) - All Individual Consultants proposals comprising the information/documentation provided will be evaluated to ascertain the suitability of the individual consultants to carry out the assignment. Candidates who obtain the minimum pass score of 70% of the full mark (100) will be considered technically compliant and their financial evaluations will be evaluated thereafter.

Stage Two (Financial Evaluation) – The financial proposals of all the individual consultants who obtain 70% at stage one of the evaluation will be evaluated.

Only candidates that obtain a minimum of 49 points in the technical evaluation would be considered for the Financial Evaluation. The maximum 30 points all be allotted to the lowest financial bid, all other bids shall receive points in inverse proportion to the lowest fee e.g. [30 Points] x [Naira lowest] / [Naira other] = points for other proposer’s fees

The award of contract shall be based on the individual consultant who receives the highest cumulative score.

Application Closing Date
26th February 2013

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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