Environmental management consultant

Support the environmental assessment of solid waste management systems in the municipality of Postrervalle, Santa Cruz, Bolivia, including the identification and analysis of environmental risks, contamination sources, environmental vulnerabilities, and impacts associated with waste generation, collection, transportation, treatment, recovery, composting, and final disposal practices. • Support the development of environmental analyses related to existing infrastructure, operational practices, environmental conditions, and environmental impacts associated with municipal solid waste management systems in Postrervalle. • Formulate environmental objectives and targets for the PMGIRS of Postrervalle, aligned with environmental regulations, municipal capacities, climate resilience principles, environmental sustainability criteria, and integrated solid waste management approaches. • Develop environmental management strategies and recommendations related to reduction of waste generation, environmental education, composting, reduction of environmental impacts, climate change mitigation, environmental protection, and sustainable waste management practices within the PMGIRS for Postrervalle. • Support the formulation of environmental components of technical and operational models related to composting systems, environmental mitigation measures, environmental sustainability strategies, and reduction of environmental and public health risks associated with solid waste management in Postrervalle. • Support the development of environmental criteria and recommendations for the implementation of sustainable waste management infrastructure, composting systems, environmental mitigation measures, and environmentally sustainable operational practices within the municipality. • Support the development and implementation of environmental training and capacity-building activities directed to municipal staff, operators, and territorial stakeholders in Postrervalle related to environmental management, environmental protection, composting, environmental education, and reduction of environmental risks associated with solid waste management. • Support the formulation of environmental indicators, monitoring mechanisms, methodologies for data collection, and environmental follow-up recommendations for the implementation and evaluation of the PMGIRS in Postrervalle. • Support coordination and articulation processes with municipal authorities, territorial stakeholders, consultant teams, public institutions, and community organizations to ensure integration of environmental considerations into the PMGIRS formulation process. • Prepare technical reports, environmental analyses, implementation recommendations, systematization documents, and technical inputs related to environmental management and integrated solid waste management systems in Postrervalle. • Support the consolidation and technical review of PMGIRS environmental components developed by the multidisciplinary consultant team. • Provide technical support to additional environmental management, climate resilience, circular economy, and solid waste management initiatives implemented by the UN-Habitat Andean Countries Hub, as required. Knowledge Management: • The consultant must know the processes, procedures, and standards of the organization, to ensure an adequate quality of the activities described above according to the standards of the organization. • Propose formats and procedures that allow the efficient implementation of the Agency's projects. • The consultant must know the file system of the projects and ensure their proper maintenance, accessibility for all officials and the proper updating. • Design methodologies for the systematization of good practices and knowledge, related to the implementation of the projects and cooperation activities of the UN-Habitat Colombia Office. • Support the formulation of substantive documents linked to the thematic lines of action of UN-Habitat Colombia. • Prepare reports and other documents related to meetings, missions and activities developed by the national UN-Habitat Office. • The consultant will carry out research activities to facilitate the exchange of information, knowledge and best practices on the sustainable urban development issues set out in the Agency's mandate. • Collect information on the urban status in the Andean Countries that serves as an input both for the identification of new project opportunities and for the implementation of the subscribed projects. • Support monitoring of UN-Habitat's implementation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Target 11 dealing with sustainable cities and communities. • Identify strategic allies for the implementation of the New Urban Agenda in Andean countries. • Manage knowledge networks for the dissemination of the methodologies and documents generated by the agency and for the construction with strategic allies of new knowledge on topics related to sustainable urban development.

Bogotá, Colombia

3 months

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities. UN-Habitat is the focal point for all urbanization and human settlement matters within the UN system. UN-Habitat works with partners to build inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable cities and communities. UN-Habitat promotes urbanization as a positive transformative force for people and communities, reducing inequality, discrimination and poverty. The consulting process described below is part of a project to promote better solid waste management at a national level in Bolivia. This initiative, carried out in conjunction with the the Ministerio de Desarrollo Productivo, Rural y Agua - MDPRyA - seeks to generate more efficient processes through various components to ensure more sustainable processes. The project, in general terms, focuses on five main aspects: • Platform - Solid Waste Management Information System (SIGIR by its Spanish acronym)- : Considering that it is a platform for reporting, control and decision-making at the national level, the tool will be updated to a more accessible version and according to the needs. The process includes the development and programming of the different modules in their online and offline versions, as well as the conceptualization of the different graphic and operational components required. • Inclusion of both formal and informal recyclers and waste collectors in the comprehensive solid waste management system: The project will establish a strategy for their support and incorporation, which includes training processes to improve working conditions in at least five selected recycler associations • Establishment of replicable models for the management and closure of open dumps: This includes a general national characterization of existing facilities based on available information. Additionally, the models must include technical frameworks that allow for their replicability across the territory. • Development of a local solid waste management plan in a municipality with a population of at least 15,000 inhabitants. At this point, support will be provided to a local government for the development of the plan in accordance with the requirements established by national regulations and the MDPRyA, which includes the technical, financial, and legal components for its structuring. • Establishment of a pilot project for the establishment of a suitable facility for solid waste management in a municipality with at least 15,000 inhabitants. This includes design, structuring, and implementation, as well as developing training mechanisms for its maintenance, operation, and management. Purpose The consulting process described below is part of a project to promote better solid waste management at a national level in Bolivia. This initiative, carried out in conjunction with the Ministerio de Desarrollo Productivo, Rural y Agua - MDPRyA by its Spanish acronym - seeks to generate more efficient processes through various components to ensure more sustainable processes. The project, in general terms, focuses on five main aspects: • Platform - Solid Waste Management Information System (SIGIR by its Spanish acronym): Considering that it is a platform for reporting, control and decision-making at the national level, the tool will be updated to a more accessible version and according to the needs. The process includes the development and programming of the different modules in their online and offline versions, as well as the conceptualization of the different graphic and operational components required. • Inclusion of both formal and informal recyclers and waste collectors in the comprehensive solid waste management system: The project will establish a strategy for their support and incorporation, which includes training processes to improve working conditions in at least five selected recycler associations • Establishment of replicable models for the management and closure of open dumps: This includes a general national characterization of existing facilities based on available information. Additionally, the models must include technical frameworks that allow for their replicability across the territory. • Development of a local solid waste management plan in a municipality with a population of at least 15,000 inhabitants. At this point, support will be provided to a local government for the development of the plan in accordance with the requirements established by national regulations and the MDPRyA, which includes the technical, financial, and legal components for its structuring. • Establishment of a pilot project for the establishment of a suitable facility for solid waste management in a municipality with at least 15,000 inhabitants. This includes design, structuring, and implementation, as well as developing training mechanisms for its maintenance, operation, and management.. Duties and Responsibilities a.) General activities: • The consultant will be responsible for keeping the HUB Coordinator informed and having to obtain validation of his/her activities in the full project cycle. b.) Development: • Provide technical expertise and implementation support for the formulation of environmental, climate resilience, environmental protection, risk mitigation, and environmental sustainability components within the development of the Municipal Integrated Solid Waste Management Programme (PMGIRS) for the municipality of Postrervalle, Santa Cruz, Bolivia, within the framework of solid waste management initiatives implemented by the UN-Habitat Andean Countries Hub. • The consultant will support the environmental assessment and analysis of existing solid waste management conditions in the municipality of Postrervalle, including the identification of environmental risks, contamination sources, environmental vulnerabilities, environmental impacts, and environmental management challenges associated with waste generation, collection, transportation, treatment, recovery, composting, and final disposal practices. • The consultant will formulate environmental management strategies and recommendations for the PMGIRS, including components related to environmental protection, environmental education, climate change mitigation, reduction of environmental and public health risks, composting, sustainable waste management practices, reduction of waste generation, circular economy approaches, and environmentally sustainable waste treatment alternatives adapted to the municipal context of Postrervalle. • The consultant will support the formulation of environmental objectives, indicators, monitoring mechanisms, and implementation recommendations aligned with national environmental regulations, municipal capacities, environmental sustainability principles, climate resilience approaches, and integrated solid waste management systems. • The consultant will provide technical support for the development of environmental training and capacity-building activities directed to municipal staff, operators, and territorial stakeholders related to environmental protection, environmental management, composting, environmental risk reduction, environmental education, and sustainable solid waste management practices. • The consultant will participate in meetings, technical missions, workshops, field visits, and coordination spaces as required by the project coordination and the Andean Countries Hub coordinator. Additionally, the consultant will support the preparation and review of technical reports, environmental analyses, implementation recommendations, methodologies, and knowledge products related to environmental management and integrated solid waste management initiatives. • The consultant will provide technical support to additional environmental management, climate resilience, circular economy, and solid waste management initiatives implemented by the UN-Habitat Andean Countries Hub, as required. • Other activities requested and by mutual agreement with the HUB Coordinator of The Andean Countries of UN-Habitat, within the framework of this consultancy and without prejudice to the achievement of its responsibilities. • The consultant will participate in work and follow-up meetings, both with other consultants, as well as with the coordinator and team of the Andean Countries HUB of UN-Habitat and with the staff of the projects.

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Environmental Management, Climate Change, Environmental Engineering, Sustainable Development, Natural Resources Management, or related fields is required. A first degree in areas related to in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Biology, Environmental Management, Natural Resources Management, Forestry Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, or related fields is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Additional training in environmental risk management, composting, climate resilience, circular economy, environmental education, or solid waste management is desirable. A minimum of (Four) 4 years of professional experience in environmental management, environmental assessment, climate resilience, environmental risk management, or solid waste management projects is required. Experience in environmental analyses, environmental impact assessments, environmental mitigation strategies, or environmental management instruments related to solid waste management or environmental sustainability initiatives is desirable. Experience in the formulation or implementation of environmental strategies, climate resilience approaches, composting systems, environmental education activities, or environmental sustainability initiatives is desirable. Experience working in rural, small-scale, or intermediate municipalities in Bolivia is desirable.

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, English and Spanish is required. Knowledge of another UN Official Language is desirable.

Not available.

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