Re-advertised Consultancy- climate change for capacity assessment and action planning (INT10316)

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

The Role:

Oxfam GB -Iraq Programis looking for an external expert to undertake an assessment on the capacity of sub-national entities such as local councils dealing with climate change. The targeted governorates in Iraq are Ninewa (Sinjar, Baaj, Hamdanya districts) and Al-Anbar (Habaniyah and Karma districts). Based on the findings of the assessment findings, the consultant will set an action plan aiming to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of local entities when dealing with climate change. Once the plan is validated, the consultant will support the councils in implementing one of the recommended measures in the action plan.

The main objective of the current assignment is to:

1. Assess the capacities of local (or sub-national) entities such as local councils in dealing with climate change in the two target governorates separately;
2. Analyze the findings of the assessment and set consequently for each governorate, an action plan that answers the gaps, and tackles the potential factors enabling climate change adaptation. The action plans must be adapted to the local context, realizable, and inclusive to all actors in the society;
3. Assist Oxfam in the implementation of one of the recommended actions mentioned in the action plan, by providing support, when needed, to the councils. The expected number of days needed for technical assistance is up to 10 days during the implementation period of the action.

What we are looking for:

We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam’s mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do.

An ideal candidate for the role will also be / have:

• The consultant should have significant knowledge and experience in conducting high quality multi-dimensional research and analysis.
• The consultant should have technical knowledge in climate change in general, and natural resources management.
• Experience on research on climate vulnerability and adaptation planning is preferable.
• Experience in the MENA region is an asset.  
• Capability to collect primary data efficiently in Iraq.  
• Proficiency in English and in Arabic.   

We offer:

We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits. 

From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more. 

You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here.

Flexfam:

We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you.

How to apply:

Required minimum mandatory documents (in addition to the proposal requirements) which must be submitted to the email below:

1. Technical proposal.
2. Signed stamped detailed financial proposal, including the payment terms and payment methods.
3. Consultant CV.
4. Workplan.

The interested parties should send all the required documents listed above to the address:

[email protected]

Email Subject: Consultancy- climate change for capacity assessment and action planning with local councils

Deadline for submission of offers:

The deadline for submitting the offers is: 10th of April 2024 (17:00 hr.).