Technical Consultant – Ecosystem Protection, Pollution and Climate Resilience - Mozambique

United Nations - UN United Nations Environment Programme

Consultant Closes 08 Jun 2026 11 days left

Overview

The Technical Consultant will contribute to the implementation of the project 'Resilient and Circular Wastewater Solutions for Post-disaster Recovery in Mozambique' by delivering defined outputs related to ecosystem protection, pollution, and climate resilience.


Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct a comprehensive baseline assessment of existing wastewater management systems.
  • Perform stakeholder mapping and develop a stakeholder engagement plan.
  • Assess capacity gaps and environmental, social, and economic risks.
  • Prepare and submit a consolidated baseline assessment report.
  • Design, organize, and facilitate multi-stakeholder consultation workshops.
  • Draft and finalize an actionable wastewater solutions pathway document.
  • Conduct a donor mapping and analysis.
  • Develop and deliver capacity development training on preparing fundable project proposals.
  • Prepare and finalize at least one submission-ready project proposal.
  • Support coordination with UNEP and MAAP, integrate gender and climate resilience considerations, and incorporate feedback into deliverables.
Required Experience

At least 5 years of experience in wastewater management and pollution prevention and reduction, including decentralized wastewater management systems is required. Demonstrated experience in circular wastewater management systems, including energy and nutrient recovery as well as safe wastewater reuse is desirable. Good understanding of country and region-specific challenges on wastewater management is desirable. Experience in capacity development on wastewater management and protection of freshwater and coastal ecosystems in Africa is desirable. Experience in supporting green recovery in a post-disaster context is desirable and experience working with governments, intergovernmental organizations, or UN agencies is an asset.

Qualifications

Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Environmental, Civil, Water Engineering, Environmental Management, or in a closely related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Other Details
Languages Required
Fluency in written and oral English and Portuguese is required.
Languages Preferred
Not specified
Contract Duration
8.5 Months
Work Modality
Mozambique
Remuneration
Not specified
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