United Nations Environment Programme Maritime Emissions and MRV Consultant Jobs in Kenya;The overall objective of the Industry and Economy Division of UNEP is to encourage decision makers in government, local authorities, and industry to develop and adopt policies, strategies, practices, and technologies that promote sustainable patterns of consumption and production, make efficient use of natural resources, ensure safe management of chemicals, and contribute to making trade and environment policies mutually supportive.It promotes the development, use and transfer of policies, technologies, economic instruments, managerial practices, and other tools that assist in environmentally sound decision making and the building of corresponding activities.Within UNEP, the Sustainable Mobility Unit supports countries in advancing low- and zero-emission transport solutions, improving air quality, and reducing climate and short-lived climate pollutant (SLCP) emissions from transport systems.This consultancy is delivered under project VU-25-001, Enhance and develop air quality, emissions standards and national strategies in transport and maritime and shipping sectors, and under a Climate and Clean Air Coalition-supported programme in Vanuatu.The SMU seeks to engage a Maritime Emissions and MRV Consultant to support delivery of the maritime components of this programme.Under the supervision of the Asia-Pacific Regional Mobility Lead, Ms. Yeonju Jeong, and in close consultation with relevant SMU colleagues and project partners, the consultant is expected to deliver the following results:
United Nations Environment Programme Maritime Emissions and MRV Consultant Jobs in Kenya;
Activity 1.1.1 – Collect air quality and maritime emissions data.
Activity 1.1.3 – Conduct maritime sector emissions assessment and produce updated maritime SLCP and GHG inventory.
Activity 1.1.4 – Validate updated air-quality and maritime inventories.
Activity 2.1.1 – Conduct multi-stakeholder consultations and technical review of maritime assessment findings to identify maritime GHG mitigation pathways of the approved workplan.Qualifications & Special Skills
Qualifications & Special Skills
An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in maritime studies, maritime (adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle||[]).push({});engineering, naval architecture, marine/environmental engineering, transport planning, environmental policy, or a related field.
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in maritime studies, maritime engineering, naval architecture, marine/environmental engineering, transport planning, environmental policy is required.
At least 2 years of progressively responsible professional experience in maritime transport, shipping, port operations, maritime environmental management, or related fields, including substantial experience in maritime GHG and/or air pollutant emissions analysis, inventory development, and MRV system design is required.
Demonstrated experience supporting governments, international organizations, or regional bodies on maritime decarbonization strategies, technical assessments, or regulatory or policy measures aligned with IMO frameworks is required.
Proven experience drafting senior-level technical reports, strategy documents, or policy recommendations for public-sector or intergovernmental audiences is required.
Experience in Small Island Developing States (SIDS), Pacific contexts, or comparable developing country settings is desirable.
Strong knowledge of maritime emissions sources, inventory methodologies, and MRV systems is desirable.
Familiarity with IMO decarbonization frameworks and maritime mitigation options is desirable.
Excellent technical writing, analytical, presentation, and stakeholder facilitation skills is desirable.Languages
Languages
English and French are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat.