Technical Analyst

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Nepal works with the Nepalese, Government of Nepal, and other development partners to pursue equitable and sustainable human development goals to promote inclusive and resilient economic growth; improve the coherence and quality of governance across the three tiers of government and advance resilient and sustainable systems for use of natural resources through public policies, strong institutions, and active community participation. Additionally, special attention will be paid to (a) supporting national reforms and upholding the values of justice, human rights, equity and transparency; (b) promoting gender equality and social inclusion by supporting the strengthening and implementation of legislative and institutional frameworks related to international commitments; and (c) ensuring that the rights to economic and social security and potential of all marginalized groups are realized.

In parallel to the roll-out of its new Country Programme, 2023-27, UNDP Nepal is moving towards strategically repositioning UNDP's contributions in support of the Sustainable Development Goals and collaboration with national development partners. In line with this, the TCCF Plastics Circularity Project will be implemented or is being implemented with the aim of addressing the critical issue of plastic waste management in Nepal, particularly focusing to Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality (Solukhumbu), Kathmandu Valley, Butwal and Dhangadhi as target areas. The project is designed to support the transition to a circular economy by improving plastic waste management, promoting recycling, and reducing plastic leakage into the environment. By focusing on these targeted areas, the project will contribute to better public health, environmental protection, and the development of sustainable waste management practices. The project is expected to contribute to least 1,150 tons of plastics recovered through Material Recovery Facility (MRF) Centers and support 1,550 (600 Women) direct beneficiaries during the implementation period (November 2024 - October 2027) of the project. There are four components under the Project: 

• Stakeholder Engagement and Strategy Development: The project will engage stakeholders to develop strategies and roadmaps for replicating and scaling up successful plastic waste management interventions. This includes the establishment of multi-stakeholder platforms to ensure gender-sensitive and inclusive participation. At the end of the project, 4 business plans/management system will be developed/strengthened. 
• Implementation of Best Environmental Practices (BEP) and Best Available Technologies (BAT): The project will assist in deploying BEP/BAT for plastic waste management, including the establishment of Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) and other processing units to improve the recycling and repurposing of plastics. At the end of project, at least 6 MRFs will be supported with technology and other management support.
• Strengthening National Capacities and Guidelines: The project will enhance the capacities of national and subnational governments to implement plastic waste management strategies, develop guidelines, and strengthen regulatory frameworks. This includes integrating the informal sector into formal recycling systems and promoting gender-sensitive approaches. The project will generate direct benefits to 1,550 people (of which 600 women) and contribute to safety and livelihood option for the targeted waste workers to support the plastic waste management transformation toward clean, sustainable and resilient system.
• Information Outreach and Knowledge Management. Finally, the project will develop and implement comprehensive knowledge management strategies, including the documentation of best practices, capacity-building initiatives, and the dissemination of information through training, workshops, and awareness campaigns. At the end of project, 4 awareness /training programs will be delivered and a specific knowledge management platform on circular economy will be deployed and fully used. 

The project contributes to the CPD Outcome 1/Output 1.2: Expanded access to sustainable livelihoods and income for women, youth, poor and other marginalized groups. In addition, this project directly contributes to CPD indicator 1.2.4: Innovative enterprises promoted and sustained to foster green and circular development and reduced environmental pollution. 

TCCF Plastics Circularity Project has already initiated to carry out a detail feasibility study and a comprehensive assessment Detailed Assessment of Social and Environmental Screening (SES) of the proposed sites for the Establishment/Strengthening Material Recovery Facility (MRF) Centers in Solukhumbu (Khumbu Pasanglhamu Rural Municipality), Kathmandu Valley, Butwal, and Dhangadhi aligned with UNDP’s Social & Environmental Safeguard Policy.

For the implementation of the project activities, a dedicated Technical Analyst will be responsible to facilitate the technical aspects of the project implementation. The Analyst will report to and work under the supervision of National Project Manager and guidance of the Portfolio Manager - Inclusive Economic Growth. The Analyst will also work closely with Economic Advisor, monitoring & communications units, and the project team.  

Under the direct supervision of National Project Manager and close coordination of Portfolio Manager-Inclusive Economic Growth and Economic Advisor of UNDP, the key responsibilities of the Technical Analyst will be to provide inputs on technical aspects of plastics waste circularity and project implementation activities, including development of strategies and roadmaps, facilitate capacity building, coordinate with Local Governments and private sectors for replicating and scaling up successful plastic waste management interventions. The key tasks and responsibilities of Technical Analyst are:

Providing technical inputs for developing waste management plan/strategies, establish/strengthen & operationalize Material Recovery Facility Centers, quality assurance and support to implement the project activities in collaboration with Local Governments.

• Develop and implement the plastics waste and plastic circularity related activities as envisaged in the project document with project team and stakeholders;
• Provide technical inputs to Local Governments in the development of a waste management plan/strategies, including guidance on better management of newly established and existing plastic waste circularity sites;
• Provide technical inputs to MRFs supported with technology and other management support in the project implementation sites;
• Provide technical support to Local Governments and user groups to develop business plans of all the MRF centers and comprehensive guidance, operations, and long-term business model for strengthening management of plastic circularity;
• Develop and operationalize tracking tools for data on the volume of the total plastic waste recovered through MRFs and revenue generation;
• Provide on-site practical advice and guidance to the Local Governments of the project implementation sites by proposing solutions to minimize environmental and health impacts of waste;
• Develop ToRs and necessary specifications for procurement of technology, tools, equipment, and other technical support for the implementation of the project;
• Coordinate with Local Governments to develop and establish SOP for waste segregation at source, collection, and ensure proper handling and transportation practices in MRF centers including health and safety guidelines;
• Provide support National Project Manager by preparing ToRs and taking timely actions to hire experts and consultants or consulting firms/service providers as required by the project to perform various tasks such as preparation of technical papers, guideline, modeling tools and others.;
• Provide support to National Project Manager while developing/revising the budget, AWPs, procurement and HR plans, and all other administrative work to be undertaken by the project;
• Organize public awareness campaign to educate the community about the importance of clean environment, plastic waste management and green lifestyle in collaboration with Local Governments;
• Provide technical support to empower plastic management waste workers and communities with awareness campaigns, skills and livelihood opportunities as envisioned by the project document;  
• Develop/update reports on plastic waste management system with necessary knowledge products (e.g., factsheet, database, infographics, story, video etc.);
• Provide support to regularly update the Risk Log, M&E plan, and Procurement Plan; 
• Use relevant contractual modalities and manage contracts and supervise the subcontractors to ensure the delivery of quality outputs; 
• Identify any needs for further technical assistance, as well as medium and long -term needs for capacity building;
• Analyze results/lessons learned and provide strategies for improved delivery of project interventions;
• Ensure reaching out to the targeted beneficiaries with special attention to youths, women, and disadvantaged communities with focus on Leaving No One Behind (LNOB) and green economy;
• Monitor project activities and submit the progress reports based on the approved AWPs by ensuring environmental, social, and gender-sensitive standards, and continuous improvement based on lessons learned;
• Provide support for other related tasks as assigned by the Supervisor to implement the project activities timely and effectively. 

Ensuring effective coordination with the respective Local Governments and other related stakeholders for implementing the project activities.

• Coordinate with the respective Local Governments for cost sharing in implementing the project activities; 
• Develop partnerships with the private sectors/companies to introduce new technologies to increase the volume of the recovery of plastic waste and its best use for recycling and upcycling;
• Develop partnership between Local Governments, private sectors, CBOs, and communities for effective and sustainable operation of Material Recovery Facility Centers for plastic waste circularity in the project sites;   
• Support Local Governments to update/revise/develop municipal plastic waste management policies, strategies, plans and guidelines, regulatory frameworks to promote and govern plastic waste management practices in its entire value chain for effective waste management ecosystem;
• Ensure that project lessons learned, and best practices are captured and documented to inform wider stakeholders;
• Explore opportunities to partner with private sectors with local communities and CBOs for plastic waste management to link to waste value chains;
• Provide support Local Governments to create/revitalize the Plastic Waste Management Coordination Committee for increased coordination among stakeholders and for smooth operation of MRF centers.

Providing technical inputs and facilitation in capacity building of Local Governments, waste management workers, and other key stakeholders.

• Organize trainings and workshops to enhance the capacity of municipal staff, waste workers, private sector, and waste management personnel/staff on proper plastic waste management;
• Provide support to strengthen the institutional capacity of the selected MRFs including the development of business models and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); 
• Coordinate with qualified training institutions to deliver the trainings to the waste workers on occupational safety as well as on skill trainings for their livelihood opportunities; 
• Develop and organize entrepreneurship and skills trainings to the waste workers on plastic circularity; 
• Develop and organize trainings on 3R (reduce, reuse, and recycle) including best practices of the development of plastic waste free communities;
• Facilitate Local Government for establishing and conducting policy dialogue and engagement with stakeholders for effective operationalization of MRFs. 

Facilitating to promote and mainstream Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) in the implementation of the project activities.  

• Ensure GESI is mainstreamed in the budget, Annual Workplan (AWP), procurement and HR plans, and all other administrative work to be undertaken by the project; 
• Ensure the participation of women and people from disadvantaged group in designing and implementation of project activities thereby sufficiently benefitted to these target group;
• Facilitate and implement skill development and awareness campaigns to tackle the barriers encounters by women and people from disadvantaged groups;
• Apply principles of gender equality and social inclusion and Leave No One Behind (LNOB) as the cross-cutting issue in every aspect of the project implementation and management; 
•  Fully comply with UNDP’s GESI policy and zero tolerance for sexual and gender-based violence;
• Create a safe working environment by developing respectful and safe organizational culture and supporting practices;
• Collaborates with team members, programme partners, and sub-grantees to ensure safe implementation of programmes at the community level applying Do No Harm approach.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Project and its Organization. 

Core competencies:

Business direction and strategy    

• Systems Thinking. Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system

Business development    

• Knowledge Facilitation. Ability to animate individuals and communities of contributors to participate and share, particularly externally

Business management    

• Partnerships Management. Ability to build and maintain partnerships with wide networks of stakeholders, Governments, civil society and private sector partners, experts, and others in line with UNDP strategy and policies
• Project Management. Ability to plan, organize, and control resources, procedures, and protocols to achieve specific goals
• Resources management. Ability to plan, monitor, organize, and control human and financial resources of a bureau, team, or project

2030 Agenda: Peace    

• Governance. Inclusion and Participation

2030 Agenda: People    

• Gender. Gender Mainstreaming