TECHNICAL SPECIALIST (CLIMATE CHANGE)

Climate change is a global phenomenon worldwide concern. Developed countries are the biggest producers of greenhouse gas emissions but these are developing countries that remain most vulnerable to its impacts. Because of its weak economy, lack of institutional capacity, the continued deterioration of its ecosystems, unplanned urbanization of its coastal areas, lack of reliable environmental information, Haiti is one of those countries developing that may suffer adverse effects of climate change.

The proposed project follows the conclusions and recommendations of the National Plan of Action (NAPA) of Haiti, which has identified the development of coastal areas as a national priority for adaptation to climate change. In accordance with the Council for the Least Developed Countries Fund (GEF/C.28/18, May 12, 2006), this project will use the Least Developed Countries Fund (LDC) to support risk management in climate change low coastal areas most vulnerable in Haiti.

Resources AWHF be especially used for: 1) take into account additional costs in building local and national adaptive capacities and 2) to take greater account of the resilience to climate change risks into policies and development plans coastal into force. The resources will also AWHF used to implement a set of pilot actions in response to urgent threats posed by climate change on coastal communities and the economy.

This project, the first of its kind in Haiti, with support from GEF and other national and international partners, will contribute to the awareness of the vulnerability of coastal areas under climate change. The main problem induced by climate change, to be addressed by the project in the most vulnerable coastal areas of low altitude of Haiti, is a likely intensification of the phenomenon. The coastal population and local and national authorities currently lack the financial resources, technical and organizational capacity to adapt and cope with the anticipated changes.

The project, through a systemic approach will focus on advocacy for better policies and investment planning in coastal areas, strengthening capacities and improving management decision-making where possible.

Under the general supervision of the National Coordinator of the project under the guidance of the Head of Unit Environment and Energy UNDP Technical Advisor (CT) will work closely with National Director (ND) project to provide support and technical advice and assist in the implementation of the project.

Technical Advisor (CT) will have the following responsibilities:

Examine the technical review of project results (eg., studies and evaluations). ;
Assist in monitoring the technical quality of monitoring and evaluation of the project (including PDO, indicators and targets, Estimates);
Advise on the approaches and methods best suited to achieve the objectives and targets of the project.
Assist in drafting terms of reference for the recruitment of technical consultants;
Supervise the work of consultants;
Provide technical oversight function to the work done by other technical assistants involved in the project;
Participate in capacity building;
Assist in the management of knowledge, communication and awareness.
Contribute to any action for a successful implementation of the Project ..

Impact of work
The assistance of the adviser must result in an effective implementation and effective project. In this sense, bases are established for achieving the following results:

Institutional capacity to anticipate and respond to increasing coastal risks is improved
Risk management is fully incorporated into investment frameworks and humanitarian development
The resilience of coastal zones to climate change threats are increased
Models of good practices and lessons learned from project activities are apprehended.

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity agreement with the values ​​and ethical standards of the UN
Made the plea for the vision, mission and strategic goals of UNDP
Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning

Promotes knowledge management in UNDP and created an environment conducive to learning and taking leadership by example
Actively pursuing its development and personal training in one or more practice areas, implement its training plan and applies newly acquired skills.

Development and Operational Effectiveness

Ability to conduct strategic planning in matters of climate change, particularly in the field relevant to adaptation; Based Management and Results
reporting activities
Ability to lead formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programmeset development projects, and mobilize resources;
Ability to develop and manage budgets, manage contributions and investments,
manage transactions, conduct financial analysis, reporting and recovery
costs
Good knowledge of the guide and toolkit on the Results Based Management
Good knowledge of Information Technologies and Control Software ATLAS
Ability to implement new systems and changes in driving behavior and attitude of staff.
Good understanding of public administration and institutional landscape of Haiti;
Ability to interact with political leaders or high-level administrative

Management and Leadership

Builds strong relationships with clients, focused on results and customer satisfaction. Responds constructively to assessments.
Addresses constantly work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
Demonstrates strong skills in oral and written communication
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complex situations.