Mountain Restoration Specialist - Level B

United Nations - UN | Consultant | United Nations Environment Programme
Closing: 16 Jan 2026 4 days remaining
Location: Nairobi, Kenya; REMOTE, REMOTE

Overview

Consultant to produce a knowledge-driven report identifying scalable restoration and nature-based solutions in the GVL mountains, with recommendations for upscaling.


Tasks Summary
  • Produce a knowledge-driven report identifying proven, cost-effective, and scalable restoration and nature-based solutions in GVL mountains with recommendations for upscaling
  • Conduct literature and project review of restoration and EbA in GVL mountains (Uganda and Rwanda)
  • Identify and analyze restoration and EbA best practices
  • Identify barriers and lessons learned from underperforming or unsustainable interventions
  • Develop criteria for prioritizing solutions for upscaling
  • Produce comprehensive report including annotated catalogue of best practices, prioritized list of solutions, and recommendations for investment, policy support, and capacity development

Experience Requirements

2 years of qualifying relevant experience in environmental science, restoration ecology, climate adaptation, natural resource management, or a related field.


Qualification Requirements

Advanced University degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in environmental science, restoration ecology, climate adaptation, natural resource management, or a related field is required. A first level University degree (bachelor's degree) with an additional 2 years of qualifying relevant experience is also acceptable.

Other Details

Contract Duration: 5 Months

Work Modality: Home-based

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