Climate Adaptation Senior Analyst

4 weeks ago

Amman, Jordan UNOPS Full time
  • Functional Responsibilities:

    The specific tasks for each assignment may vary depending on the needs of the requesting office. Under the overall guidance and oversight of the Strategic Initiatives Unit and direct supervision of the designated Supervisor within the requesting office, the Senior Analyst will work on a retainer contract and will be called upon for specific projects to fulfill one or more of the following key tasks:

    Technical expertise
  • Carryout data collection and any necessary research for climate risk screening, vulnerability assessments and climate resilience mainstreaming in infrastructure projects.
  • Provide analytical support in addressing climate adaptation and resilience infrastructure needs in developing countries to ensure compliance with the SDGs, Biodiversity convention and the Paris Agreement targets.
  • Promote and support the mainstreaming of climate resilience and adaptation actions in technical documents of infrastructure projects, papers and corporate communication materials.
  • Conduct assessment of the potential risks that project implementation might contribute to the vulnerability of human populations and natural systems to climate variability and change, and/or to contribute to maladaptation.
  • Support the development of Climate Risk Management Plans (CRMP) for the implementation of proposed measures to reduce climate-related risks and adapt to climate change.
  • Support the development of strategies, regulatory frameworks, guidelines, and enabling the environment to promote climate adaptation and resilience in infrastructure sectors, in accordance with UNOPS’ overall climate strategy.
  • Provide technical climate adaptation support to project teams at any life cycle stages of infrastructure project development in compliance with UNFCCC climate adaptation guidelines.
  • Provide climate adaptation inputs and support at events and meetings with stakeholders and partners.
  • Collaborate with environmental scientists, economists, and engineers across UNOPS to support the design and implementation of high-quality climate adaptation analysis and technical solutions for infrastructure projects.
  • Promote data collection and conceptualize new technological tools and mechanisms oriented to enhance resilience and climate change adaptation standards of UNOPS project portfolio.
  • Work collaboratively (when requested) with UNOPS experts in the area of climate change adaptation and others, to achieve comprehensive infrastructure solutions aligned with the SDGs, Biodiversity Convention and the Paris Agreement targets.

  • Capacity development and training
  • Contribute to the design, develop and / or implement Infrastructure climate adaptation training programmes and capacity building initiatives for both internal and external participants.
  • Support the delivery of training tools and techniques to mainstream climate adaptation and resilience in UNOPS infrastructure and project management services.
  • Contribute to the enhancement and strengthening of the enabling environment for the development of climate-resilient infrastructure.

  • Practice contribution and Knowledge Sharing
  • Ensure climate adaptation best practice guidance is disseminated and communicated throughout the relevant programmes and country offices and departments.
  • Contribute to UNOPS knowledge management by capturing case studies and best practice examples of climate adaptation in infrastructure projects/programmes throughout UNOPS.
  • Provide substantive contribution to UNOPS Climate Change practice focusing on continuous improvement of climate adaptation and resilience; support the development of policy, guidance and tools.
  • Support and contribute to the body of knowledge to mobilizing public and private investment for climate-resilient infrastructure.
  • Create and strengthen technical support mechanisms for the dissemination of best practices to governments and other clients in the area of climate change adaptation.

  • Business development
  • Support UNOPS country offices on opportunities for resilient infrastructure development in addition to sharing with clients institutional and industry knowledge of climate adaptation options in infrastructure.
  • Provide expert climate adaptation support in formulation of new initiatives, projects and programmes related to sustainable and resilient inclusive infrastructure.
  • Similarly, to warn about risks in the development of potential business opportunities that compromise the achievement of the SDGs and the Paris Agreement goals, as well as the UNOPS corporate strategy.
  • Provide expert climate adaptation support to enable the delivery of resilient Infrastructure projects and provide support to UNOPS project teams and partners in line with the climate aspirations in the UNOPS corporate strategy.
  • Support the conceptualization of strategies aimed at improving UNOPS climate change adaptation actions and serve as a technical contributor for business development activities through technical approaches, teaming strategies and partner negotiations.
  • Present results from in-depth technical research and analysis on key infrastructure sectors to support business development and thought leadership such as on climate resilience, nature-based solutions, market systems, private sector participation, financing and others.

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