Environmental and Climate change Expert/

Mission start-end date 01.03.2024 – 13.11.2027

Minimum requirements Skills and qualifications:

• A University degree in Environmental Science, Climate Change, Environmental Policy, or a related field is essential. A Master’s or Ph.D. degree will be a plus.
• Minimum of 12 years of professional experience professional experience in environmental and/or climate change management
• A minimum of 3 years of specific professional experience in environmental and climate change management in the energy sector.
• Strong knowledge of international environmental and climate change agreements, conventions, and protocols, and their relevance to the energy sector.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting EIAs and implementing environmental and climate change mitigation strategies.
• Proficiency in interpreting and applying environmental regulations and standards, both nationally and internationally.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups of stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on finding innovative solutions to environmental challenges.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken. Knowledge of Tajik or Russian languages is advantageous.
• Commitment to promoting environmentally sustainable energy sector reforms and contributing to climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts in Tajikistan.

Duration/working days Up to 205 working days

Task(s) assigned 

• Environmental Impact Assessment: Conduct comprehensive environmental impact assessments (EIAs) for energy projects and policies to evaluate potential environmental and social impacts.
• Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation: Develop strategies and initiatives to integrate climate change mitigation and adaptation measures into the energy sector reforms, with a focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing resilience.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that energy sector activities adhere to environmental laws, regulations, and international standards, advocating for environmentally responsible practices.
• Sustainability Integration: Promote the integration of sustainability principles into energy policies and practices, considering the long-term environmental and social implications of energy projects.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with relevant government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and international partners to foster cooperation on environmental and climate change initiatives.
• Capacity Building: Provide training and capacity-building support to local stakeholders, enabling them to effectively address environmental and climate related challenges in the energy sector.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Establish monitoring systems to track environmental performance indicators, ensuring compliance and timely reporting on environmental targets.
• Policy Development: Contribute to the development of policies and strategies that support the achievement of environmental and climate-related goals in the energy sector.