The work will be supervised by the Chief of the Climate Change Adaptation Unit. Under the guidance of the Chief of the Climate Change Adaptation Unit,

The consultant will:

• Review technical and scientific literature and UNEP documentation and consult with UNEP staff and country teams to gather input to the briefing note.
• Develop an annotated outline for the briefing note based on the provided structure.
• Develop the briefing note (approximately 10 pages including graphics) including the following sections:
• Introduction ii. Glossary of key terms related to CRAs
• Section 1: Developing climate change projections
• Section 2: Developing impact and risk assessment methodologies
• Section 3: Key data/information sources and portals
• Conclusions and recommendations
• Coordinate with UNEP on the design/layout of the briefing note.
• Incorporate feedback from UNEP’s review process and finalize the briefing note for publication.

Qualifications/special skills

• Master’s Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject such as Environmental Sciences, Climate Change, International Development Studies or related field is required.
• At least 7 years of practical experience in climate change adaptation science and policy is required. Demonstrated expertise in climate risk assessments and familiarity with different methodologies is required.
• Experience in adaptation project implementation and working in the UN system or similar international organization is desirable.