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CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO: 8
Issued on: 11.11.2025
Deadline For Application: 24.11.2025
JOB TITLE: National Climate Monitoring Consultant
TYPE OF REQUISITION: PSA.NAT
DUTY STATION: Home based
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: REU
DURATION:
DUTY STATION: Home based
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: REU
DURATION:
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- FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture.
- Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply;
- Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values
- FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
- All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
- All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
The National Climate Monitoring Consultant will work under the overall guidance of the Lead Technical Officer (LTO), as well as in close consultation with International climate finance expert and operational guidance from the Budget Holder, the National Climate Monitoring Consultant will be responsible for conducting activities related to developing analysis in the framework of project GCP/MNE/005/GCR “Enhance strategic frameworks for the AFOLU sectors and support the initiation of the second National Forest Inventory of Montenegro”.
The Consultant will collaborate closely with the National Designated Authority (NDA) – Ministry of Ecology, Sustainable Development and Northern Region Development, and in close liaison with FAO Podgorica personnel.
Reporting Lines
The National Climate Monitoring Consultant will report to the Lead Technical Officer (LTO), the Budget Holder, and National Programme Coordinator. Supervision will focus on ensuring the quality, consistency, and timely delivery of outputs, while also providing opportunities for on-the-job learning and professional development.
Technical Focus
The National Climate Monitoring Consultant should support creating preconditions for implementing Readiness and Preparatory Support and enhancing strategic frameworks for the AFOLU sectors and support the initiation of the second National Forest Inventory of Montenegro.
The Consultant will collaborate closely with the National Designated Authority (NDA) – Ministry of Ecology, Sustainable Development and Northern Region Development, and in close liaison with FAO Podgorica personnel.
Reporting Lines
The National Climate Monitoring Consultant will report to the Lead Technical Officer (LTO), the Budget Holder, and National Programme Coordinator. Supervision will focus on ensuring the quality, consistency, and timely delivery of outputs, while also providing opportunities for on-the-job learning and professional development.
Technical Focus
The National Climate Monitoring Consultant should support creating preconditions for implementing Readiness and Preparatory Support and enhancing strategic frameworks for the AFOLU sectors and support the initiation of the second National Forest Inventory of Montenegro.
The incumbent's work impacts on the timely and efficient delivery of Readiness and Preparatory Support.
Tasks and responsibilities
- Collect and review key national climate-related documents (e.g., NDCs, National Communications, Biannual Transparency Reports (BTRs), GHG Inventories and other relevant submissions, reports to the Rio Conventions, Climate Change Strategy, National Adaptation Plan, LTS if applicable) and relevant sectoral policies, strategies and actions plans related to AFOLU
- Identify national climate priorities, targets, and commitments relevant to the AFOLU sectors
- Draft Analysis Report including level of integration of climate priorities, sector-specific gaps, policy and implementation misalignments and provide recommendation for improving climate-policy alignment in AFOLU
- Lead the validation workshop for the report, including through consultations
- Integrate feedback and comments into final version of the report
Expected outputs:
- Analysis on the existing government policies and strategies focusing on AFOLU sectors for alignment with national climate priorities and policies
- Identified gaps with recommended necessary updates for alignment with future NDC revisions and overall climate goals
- Conducted at least one consultation and validation workshop, and workshop report prepared
- Developed and validated Final Policy Report with recommendations
Academic qualifications:
- Master’s or PhD’s degree(s) in environmental science, forestry, or related field.
- A minimum of 3 years work experience in climate change, preferably in an international environment.
- Proven working experience in developing and implementing monitoring systems for agriculture, forestry, and land use changes.
- Familiarity with national climate and AFOLU policies and frameworks.
- Proven experience in implementation of climate change projects
- Knowledge of GCF procedures and UN SDGs will be considered as asset
- Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions is also desirable
- Ability and self-initiative to carry out assigned tasks within deadlines in a team as well as under minimal supervision.
- Excellent knowledge and regular use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent oral and written communication skills of English are required. Knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.
- Results Focus
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Building Effective Relationships
- Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
- Gender and minorities awareness
- Ability to write clear and concise reports, manuals, and technical documents.
- Experience working with national authorities and international organizations in the Western Balkans or similar contexts is highly desirable.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Capacity to manage tasks in a systematic and efficient manner with judgment, analysis, independence, and initiative.
- Capacity to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability to establish good working relationship and team spirit both inside the Organization and with external partners such as government officers and other relevant stakeholders.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- FAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing)
- Please note that FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list
- Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/
- For more information, visit the FAO employment website FAO employment website
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
To apply, please send an e-mail with your CV and cover letter attached to tanja.milovic@fao.org using the subject line: “Vacancy- National Climate Monitoring Consultant”.
Deadline for submissions is 13:00 Central European Time (CET) on the deadline for applications date. We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.
If you need help, or have queries, please contact: tanja.milovic@fao.org
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