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Terms Of Reference: National Consultant To Conduct A Country Readiness Needs Assessment (CRNA) For The Green Climate Fund (GCF) In Burundi (“CRNA Consultant”)

INTERNSHIP ENTRO · Nile, OH · 9 mo ago
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Terms of Reference

The Global Water Partnership Eastern Africa (GWPEA), whose Secretariat is hosted by the Nile Basin Initiative (NBI) in Entebbe, is implementing the African Union's Action Plan on Climate Change (AU-AP) through the Multi-Country Readiness Program in Burundi. This initiative supports countries in strengthening their institutional and strategic capacities to access climate finance, particularly from the Green Climate Fund (GCF).

About the role

This consultancy aims to support strategic planning in Burundi for GCF readiness support by conducting a comprehensive Country Readiness Needs Assessment (CRN) for the Designated National Authority (NDA) or Focal Point. This assessment will serve as a foundational exercise to identify capacity gaps, institutional needs, and policy barriers that impede effective access to and use of GCF resources and broader climate finance. The findings of the CRN will directly inform the development of Burundi’s Terms of Reference (TOR) for country readiness, aligned with the GCF Readiness and Preparatory Support Strategy for 2024-2027, to guide future requests for readiness finance and support.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct a comprehensive Country Readiness Needs Assessment (CRN) for the Designated National Authority (NDA) or Focal Point in Burundi.
  • Identify capacity gaps, institutional needs, and policy barriers related to GCF access and use.
  • Develop recommendations for addressing identified gaps and barriers.
  • Align findings with the GCF Readiness and Preparatory Support Strategy for 2024-2027.
  • Support the development of Burundi’s Terms of Reference (TOR) for country readiness.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in conducting readiness assessments for climate finance mechanisms, particularly the GCF.
  • Strong understanding of Burundi’s institutional and policy context relevant to climate finance.
  • Experience working with national authorities and stakeholders in developing countries.
  • Excellent analytical and reporting skills.
  • Fluency in English and French (written and verbal).

Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in environmental science, international development, economics, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in climate finance and/or international development.
  • Experience with the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and other climate finance mechanisms.
  • Knowledge of the African Union's Action Plan on Climate Change (AU-AP).

Skills

  • Strong research and analysis skills.
  • Excellent communication and report writing abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
  • Experience in facilitating stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to contribute to climate finance readiness efforts in Burundi.
  • Collaboration with experienced professionals in the field of climate finance.
  • Flexibility in terms of location and schedule, given the remote nature of the work.

Pay

The consultant will be paid based on the GCF's fee structure for consultants, which typically ranges from $5,000 to $10,000 per month, depending on the scope of work and experience level.

Schedule

The consultancy will span approximately 6 months, with regular progress reports and meetings with the GWPEA and NBI teams.

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