Environmental Law and Governance Specialist

Overview

Consultancy to support the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) in assessing and enhancing environmental law and governance frameworks related to investment readiness in critical energy transition minerals in Mozambique.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft a report on gaps and needs of Mozambique’s policies, legislative and institutional frameworks related to investment readiness in critical energy transition minerals.
• Develop recommendations for reforming Mozambique’s policy, legislative and institutional frameworks for investment readiness in CETM.
• Facilitate stakeholder consultations and validation workshops.
• Draft a report on specific recommendations for enhancement of the policy package.
• Work in close collaboration with UNEP, UNECA and stakeholders involved, provide regular updates on the progress of the activities to UNEP, as required, and carry out any other tasks which may be assigned under the project.

Required Experience

At least five years of relevant professional experience in the mining sector, environmental management, environmental or mining policy, regulatory frameworks, or natural resource governance is required. Experience with the environmental and/or social aspects of mining activities in Africa, including research, technical analysis, policy analysis, or regulatory review, is required. Demonstrated experience in reviewing, developing, or applying environmental and mining-related legislation, regulations, policies, standards, or institutional frameworks is desirable. Experience in Mozambique is desirable. Experience working with government institutions, international organizations—including organizations within the United Nations system—or academic and research institutions is an advantage. Demonstrated ability to undertake independent research, stakeholder consultations, analysis, and report writing is desirable.

Qualifications

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in geology, mining engineering, environmental engineering, environmental law, environmental policy, mining policy, natural resource governance, sustainable development, or another closely related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience in environmental law may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

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