Job Description
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the implementation of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and climate action on a national level. The position offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government officials, international partners, and local organizations, to mobilize resources and track progress towards climate goals.
The Republic of Madagascar has been a member of the NDC Partnership since 2025. In this context, the Government of Madagascar has designated two focal points working in close coordination with the NDC Partnership: the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development (MEDD) and the Ministry of Finance.
Their roles are to serve as the interface between Madagascar’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) and the NDC Partnership, to coordinate activities related to sectoral NDC objectives, and to ensure the alignment and integration of NDC actions into national and sectoral development policies, strategies, and programs.
To support coordination, monitoring of progress in NDC implementation, and regular reporting on achievements, this call for applications seeks to recruit a resource mobilization expert (in-country facilitator). The facilitator will support the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development (MEDD), with a particular focus on tracking NDC implementation and strengthening climate finance mobilization efforts.
The incumbent will support the Ministère de l’Environnement et du Développement Durable (MEDD) and will be responsible for strengthening national coordination in terms of resource mobilization and monitoring the implementation of the NDC. The Facilitator will support the focal point of the Partnership in their daily tasks of implementing the NDC and other forms of support for the NDC implementation.
The embedded facilitator will implement all tasks under the direct supervision of the NDC Partnership Country Engagement Specialist and will work in close collaboration with the different ministerial offices.
*This is a retainer national vacancy / position for twelve 12 months, maximum of 220 working days, with possibility of an extension depending on satisfactory performance and on availability of funds.
**This is a Home based position, meaning that the incumbent will not work from a UNOPS office but from the government facilities. Therefore, the incumbent will need to use his/her own laptop and software.
***As this is a Local Position, in order to be eligible, the incumbent should be a national of Madagascar or have a valid residence permit in the country.
****Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
The incumbent will serve as the NDC Partnership’s interface in the country and operate as a liaison between the country and other NDC Partnership members. The role is one of coordination and supportive facilitation. They play a key role in ensuring the smooth implementation of the Country Engagement Process, by supporting ongoing coordination efforts between the Support Unit of the NDC Partnership, the various partners of the Partnership, and the government of Madagascar.
1. Coordination and communication with key stakeholders
- Ensure that communications relevant to NDC Partnership engagement are shared with relevant national, international, and local level stakeholders.
- Provide strategic advisory support to government on climate policy alignment and institutional coordination
- Facilitate periodic coordination and information exchange among partners in the country, with the aim of leveraging and mobilizing their respective advantages in support of the Implementation Plan, request for support letters or equivalent instrument. To this end, usage of existing government coordination mechanisms shall be prioritized.
- Organize meetings to monitor and coordinate the implementation of the Implementation Plan, or equivalent instrument, with stakeholders.
- Responsible for coordinating all communication activities related to NDC3 (Nationally Determined Contribution 3). This includes developing communication materials, ensuring visibility of NDC3 processes and achievements, coordinating with sectoral stakeholders, managing media and public outreach, and supporting the dissemination of key messages at national and international levels.
2. Operationalization of NDC Implementation Plan
- Collaborate with the NDC Partnership Support Unit and the Focal Points to manage and update the Plan in the Online Tool, ensuring information remains up to date and accessible for key stakeholders. When an Online does not exist yet, support the transition to the online tool if the government is seeking its use.
- Identify implementing and development partners, compile and periodically update their contact details (name of focal point, email address, telephone number) and follow up with them regarding their contribution to the Implementation Plan or equivalent instrument.
- When applicable, contribute to the development of the Implementation Plan Narrative and its validation by the government.
3. Facilitation of NDC Implementation Plan implementation
- Create an Annual Work Plan that sets out specific goals for the facilitator role in collaboration with the Country Engagement Specialist and Focal Point.
- Collaborate with the Support Unit to document changes in the operating context and provide support to the government and stakeholders in decision-making processes and new developments with respect to the Implementation Plan, equivalent instrument and its enabling environment.
4. Mobilization of resources for implementation
- Support the government in following up on and mobilizing partner financing to close its support gaps to allow for NDC implementation as per the Implementation Plan or an equivalent instrument.
- Update government needs and priorities for NDC implementation. When Implementation Plans are available, these should be regularly updated.
- Work with the Support Unit to produce an overview of support gaps to make available to partners.
- Engage with partners, including at the local/subnational level, to link needs to services and resources in accordance with the Implementation Plan.
- Assist the government in coordinating with key donors, partners, and funding mechanisms on aligning country programs and projects with the needs and gaps identified in the Implementation Plan, other planning / coordination instruments, as applicable, and requests for support.
- Assist and provide guidance to International and Development Partners to align climate projects and programmatic objectives with the Implementation Plan or other support planning / coordination instruments as applicable.
5. Tracking of Implementation Plan and Investment Plan implementation progress
- Monitor and assess implementation of the Implementation Plan and coordinate periodic reporting of partners to the NDC Partnership.
- Prepare quarterly country update reports summarizing key insights and progress updates, challenges, and recommendations for the way forward.
- Assess progress outcomes of the NDC Partnership in-country engagement and make recommendations for adjustments.
6. Organize and support NDC-related meetings as needed
- If requested, facilitate national country specific multi-stakeholder NDC dialogues.
- Support the government in preparing for NDC-related events such as COPs, regional climate weeks, national events, and other convenings relevant to showcase NDC progress and generate support for implementation of the NDC.
- Organize coordination meetings between the Support Unit and the government as needed.
