Overview
The National Technical Analyst will be responsible for the overall coordination, implementation, and operational management of thematic areas related to cross-sector planning, district spatial planning, forestry restoration, and protected area oversight. The role ensures technical quality, compliance with UNDP and GEF requirements, and alignment with ecosystem restoration principles.
Tasks Summary
- Support technical aspects of project planning, implementation, and reporting for cross-sector planning, district spatial planning, forestry restoration, and PA support.
- Prepare inputs for Project Implementation Reports (PIRs) and GEF tracking tools.
- Provide technical inputs to consultant and contractor TORs and procurement processes.
- Manage and coordinate technical consultants and contractors.
- Ensure consultation and coordination with national partners and stakeholders.
- Ensure interproject technical coordination and communication.
- Act as the focal person for mapping and database materials related to district spatial planning, forestry, and PAs.
- Act as the key technical focal point for cross-sector and district spatial planning, and forestry activities.
- Ensure full and timely implementation of the project monitoring plan.
- Work with the Project Communications Specialist to communicate project results and impacts.
Experience Requirements
- Applicants with a master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field of study are not required to have professional work experience.
- Applicants with a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) are required to have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in natural resources management components and issues, rural land use planning, and / or forestry management issues.
Qualification Requirements
- Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Environmental Science or Environmental Management, Forestry or Natural Resource Management, Land Use Planning, Spatial Planning, Geography, Ecology or Biodiversity Conservation, Civil Engineering or Urban/Regional Planning (with specialization in environmental planning), natural resources management, sustainable agriculture is required.
- A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the fields stated above, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.
