Social Forestry and GHG Accounting Specialist

Job Description - Social Forestry and GHG Accounting Specialist (2403395)

Job Posting

Date: 05/Nov/2024

Closure Date

Date: 19/Nov/2024, 10:59:00 PM

Organizational Unit: FAINS - FAO Representation in Indonesia

Job Type

Non-staff opportunities

Type of Requisition: PSA (Personal Services Agreement)

Duration: 5 months with a total of 60 working days

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FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.

• FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture.
• Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values.
• FAO has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.
• All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
• All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.
• FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.

Organizational Setting

The UN-REDD Programme is the United Nations collaborative initiative on Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+) in developing countries. The Programme assists developing countries to prepare to implement REDD+, including the development of National REDD+ Strategies, following guidance issued by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).

Reporting Lines

Under the overall supervision of FAO Representative in Indonesia and REDD+ team coordinator in FAO HQ; under the technical supervision of the responsible Forestry Officer, and project Lead Technical Officer at the FAO Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (RAP) with close coordination with the National Social Forestry and Climate Change specialist, project team in RAP and government focal point(s).

Technical Focus

The specialist is expected to develop a methodology on carbon measurement for the social forestry models in Indonesia.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Assessment of standards and approaches: Review and compare international standards (e.g., Verra, Plan Vivo) and approaches (e.g., IPCC, methods used by Indonesia for UNFCCC reporting) relevant to FOLU activities/REDD+.
• Compilation of Information: Gather data on GHG emission reduction calculations from existing social forestry projects and initiatives.
• Challenges and Opportunities: Identify specific challenges in measuring GHG emissions reductions and removals within social forestry.
• Methodology development: Create a detailed methodology tailored to the specific needs and circumstances of social forestry in Indonesia.
• Validation and Consultation: Compile feedback and results from consultation with relevant stakeholders to improve draft methodology.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced university degree in forestry, environment, or natural resource management.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in forestry as well as in field forest practices.
• Working knowledge of English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• National of Indonesia or resident in the country with a valid work permit.

FAO Core Competencies

Technical/Functional Skills

• Knowledge of the requirements for national climate reporting, IPCC guidelines, carbon standard and GHG inventories is required.
• Hands-on experience in carbon accounting and reporting.
• Knowledge of tools for spatial analysis and carbon accounting is required.
• In-depth understanding of concepts and actions on REDD+, climate change and Social Forestry.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize large amounts of data into analytical and practical knowledge/information.
• Domain expertise in forestry and excellent sectoral contact is a plus.
• Excellent communication, writing and presentation skills in English and Bahasa Indonesia.

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing).
• Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
• Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

HOW TO APPLY

• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills.
• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile.
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered.