National Climate Change Planning Specialist

The National Climate Change Planning Specialist will support the development of Samoa’s Readiness Needs Assessment (RNA), NDA and stakeholder capacity building, Country Programme process, visioning and co-design process, prefeasibility studies, and the development of a project concept note for a potential GCF project in Samoa to build resilience to the impacts of climate change. The role involves ensuring alignment between the project and national climate change planning processes and coordinating with relevant government departments and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Collect, review, and analyse Samoa’s policy and regulatory frameworks on climate change and of relevance to the Readiness project.
• Collect and organize analyses on engagement and opportunities for Samoa’s private sector in climate action, and experiences and best practices from other countries to crowd-in / encourage private sector climate investments.
• Support the Technical Advisor and Administration and Procurement Specialist to draft and finalize concept notes and terms of reference (TOR) for vendors and sub-contractors who will support the implementation of specific GCF Readiness activities.
• Contribute to the co-design and visioning process, including the development of a concept note for a GCF project on agri-food system and water.
• Monitor and report on developments relating to climate change and GCF projects and ensure that Readiness project activities adequately align and coordinate with relevant initiatives.
• Draft Back-to-Office Reports (BTORs) and meeting / workshop proceedings.
• Support the implementation of the results framework, and the monitoring, evaluation, and learning plan.
• Gather and synthesize literature and supplementary information as required.
• Support the process of GCF Readiness project implementation, including periodic reporting to the TA and LTO on implementation of activities.
• Support the further development of project activities and implementation plan.
• Coordinate and liaise with the NDA Secretariat (National Designated Authority) at the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, Ministry of Natural Resource and Environment, as well as other key stakeholders.
• Draft meeting minutes and communication material for the same.
• Support the planning and organization of stakeholder meetings / workshops / consultations for the development of GCF Readiness Needs Assessment (RNA) and Country Programme.
• Support capacity development workshops / events to train government officials and representatives from other government entities.

Requirements

• University degree in climate change, environmental science, agronomy, horticulture, agriculture engineering, social science, or closely related field.
• Minimum of three years of proven experience in climate change adaptation and planning, policy and programs.
• Working Knowledge of English.
• National of Samoa.
• Extensive experience in nutrient management and chemistry.
• Extensive experience in system design and engineering.
• Extensive experience in environmental control.
• Extensive experience in crop and substrate management.
• Extensive experience in facility operation and data management.
• Experience working with international organizations and managing climate change and health projects, including proposal writing and reporting.
• Managing projects and developing proposals; developing capacity building materials; conducting health vulnerability and adaptation assessments; and working with communities to build resilience to climate-related health risks.
• Good knowledge of situation in Samoa and familiarity with Pacific Small Island Developing States.
• Experience working with a cross-section of stakeholders, including senior government officials in small and vulnerable states (SIDS and LDCs).
• Experience in working in Samoa or Pacific region will be an advantage.
• Strong writing skills and language proficiency.
• Strong knowledge of water chemistry, plant nutrition, greenhouse climate control, and agribusiness modelling.
• Experience in environmental health, including a significant portion (at least 3 years) specifically focused on climate change and its health implications.
• Demonstrated understanding of machinery of government and government policy and planning processes.
• Good level of analytical, communication, writing skills including ability to write concise technical reports in English is a strong asset.

Skills

• Climate Change Adaptation
• Climate Change Planning
• Policy Development
• Programme Management
• Nutrient Management
• Environmental Chemistry
• System Design
• Environmental Control
• Crop Management
• Substrate Management
• Facility Operation
• Data Management
• Project Proposal Preparation
• Project Reporting
• Capacity Building
• Health Vulnerability Assessment
• Adaptation Assessment
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Water Chemistry
• Plant nutrition
• Greenhouse Climate Control
• Agribusiness Modelling
• Environmental Health
• Government Policy Analysis
• Technical Report Preparation

Languages

English