MTS International Consultant for NOWPAP MTS 2026-2029/30 Update

Overview

The role involves updating and finalizing the NOWPAP Medium-Term Strategy (MTS) for the period 2026-2029/30, ensuring strategic coherence and evaluability.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake an inception phase to confirm purpose, scope, methodology, and timeline for updating the MTS.
• Compile and assess evidence through a desk review of relevant documentation.
• Engage key stakeholders through consultations/interviews.
• Analyze strategic alignment and gaps.
• Develop and refine the updated MTS 2026-2029/30.
• Support validation and finalization of the updated MTS.

Required Experience

A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in programme/project management and coordination, planning and implementation of monitoring and evaluation activities. Demonstrated international/regional consulting experience in and/or professional background in marine sciences and/or ocean governance. A minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience is required. Previous experience in the region is advantageous. Substantive experience in reviewing and evaluating international environmental projects, preferably those involving United Nations development agencies and/or other major donors, experience with UNEP-coordinated Regional Seas Programme is an advantage.

Qualifications

Advanced university degree in a relevant discipline. First university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

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