The consultant will conduct the following tasks:


Promote and coordinate collaboration across UN-REDD agencies, AFF, and government counterparts.
Lead the implementation and closing of the project as per the project document, work plan, and list of deliverables.
Lead the production of new knowledge products to fill gaps in UN-REDD materials.
Lead the organization of Africa-specific trainings, including webinars based on the REDD+ Academy.
Lead the production of policy briefs to provide guidance to African countries on implementing REDD+ strategy.
Lead the organization of advocacy side events during major Regional and International Climate and environmental events.
Produce and promote stories on lessons learned from UN-REDD's partner countries.
Coordinate support from UNEP to the implementation of the project by partner organizations (e.g., knowledge exchange, policy dialogue, community of practice)


Qualifications/special skills


Education:  An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in social or environmental sciences, Forestry or equivalent field is required.
A first-level university degree level in the above-mentioned fields, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Experience:  A minimum of five years of relevant work experience in project management and capacity development is required.
Excellent knowledge of REDD+ and Forest management in Africa region context is also required.
Experience working with African governments is desirable.
Skills: Strong practical background on project Management is required.
Standard computer software application literacy is required. • Ability to work independently with limited supervision is required.
Ability to identify priorities and to work under tight deadlines is desirable.
Ability to convene partners and facilitate consensus is desirable.
Ability to analyze, synthesize and coordinate a wide range of outputs from various partners is desirable.
 A demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations, knowledge of the United Nations system and a personal commitment to the ideals of the United Nations Charter is desirable.