Result of ServiceThe Waste Sector Expert will be responsible for supporting the Brazilian Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MMA) in the elaboration of the Waste sector mitigation plan for the Plano Clima, with an integrated co-mitigation of GHGs and SLCPs approach, with a special focus on methane. The work will be conducted under the coordination of the Plano Clima Senior Technical Coordinator, following general guidance from the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change as well as the CCAC and UNEP, and specific guidance from the respective focal point of the Ministry leading the Sectoral Plan. As a result of the elaboration of the Brazilian National Climate Plan, it is expected that the proposed sectoral plan provides a clear set of actions in the Waste sector to be implemented by the government for aligning the Brazilian economy towards a trajectory consistent to the targets defined. The sectoral plan should be integrated into a robust implementation strategy and Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) framework. As per the programme proposal to promote circular economy and improved waste management in a city in Brazil, the ultimate result of service will be a proposal document with a logical and practical framework and roadmap for action, addressed to the specific local government. Work LocationBrasilia, home-based Expected duration5 months Duties and ResponsibilitiesUNEP provides technical and advisory support to national and local governments to enhance their use of their use of environmentally sound strategies and approaches in the region of Latin America and the Caribbean. For this initiative, UNEP Brazil Office, in partnership with the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC), and UNEP International Environmental Technology Center (UNEP-IETC) aims to provide technical and operational assistance to Brazil for the elaboration of its the national climate policy and for the development of a programme proposal for a city-level transition towards a circular economy model of waste management, contributing to UNEP Programme of Work under direct outcome 1.2 (Carbon neutrality and resilience are integrated into climate planning and policy and regulatory frameworks at all levels) of Climate action subprogramme, and direct outcome 3.1 (Regional and national integrated policy has shifted towards the sound management of chemicals and waste) of Chemicals and pollution action subprogramme; contributing also to the implementation of UNEA-6 Resolutions on addressing climate change and promoting sound management of chemical and waste (UNEP/EA.6/Res.9). Support the elaboration of Sectoral Mitigation Plan under Brazil’s national climate policy Convened by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) is a partnership of governments, intergovernmental organizations, and representatives of the private sector, the environmental community, and other members of civil society. The CCAC is the only international initiative working on integrated climate and clean air solutions to reduce the rate of near-term warming. It focuses on fast action to reduce emissions of short-lived climate pollutants (SLCPs) including methane, black carbon, HFCs and tropospheric ozone. More information on the CCAC is available at: www.ccacoalition.org Brazil is a CCAC state partner having joined CCAC in 2023 and signed the Global Methane Pledge in 2021. The country has taken significant steps to reduce climate change including through planning and mitigation of SLCP. In recognition of the seriousness of the climate emergency, the government of Brazil is now committed to structuring a renewed and ambitious Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC). In comparison to the proposition presented at COP 21, Brazil aims to achieve a 48% reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2025 and 53% GHG emissions reduction by 2030. In the context of its NDC revision, the country expects yet to undertake an integrated air pollution and climate change mitigation approach which provides a substantial opportunity to enhance its ambition. This means the integration of SLCPs, such as methane, HFCs and black carbon, alongside CO2 and other GHG emissions, while articulating the co-benefits of SLCP reductions throughout different sectors that directly or indirectly influence their emissions or can leverage CO2 reduction. The CIM also established a Resolution that mandates updating the National Plan on Climate Change – Plano Clima, establishing two interministerial working groups to coordinate the work, one on mitigation and the other on adaptation. Plano Clima will be the main instrument for implementing climate policy, thus consolidating the strategies and goals of the Federal Government to achieve the objectives of the PNMC and the goals of the Brazilian NDC. The new Climate Plan will cover the period between 2024 and 2035 and will have national and sectoral mitigation and adaptation targets for the years 2030 and 2035, simultaneously compatible with the objective of climate neutrality. The mitigation component is expected to be developed with CCAC support and include Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (SLCPs), especially methane. The CCAC is therefore seeking an Expert for supporting the elaboration of the Waste Sectoral Mitigation Plan for the Plano Clima, ensuring its compatibility with a strategy to co-mitigate emissions of GHGs and SLCPs. Support for the development of a programme proposal for a city-level transition towards a circular economy model of waste management in Brazil UNEP-IETC, in collaboration with local, national and international partners, provides technical and advisory support to national and local governments to enhance waste management system; in a transition towards a circular economy model of waste management, which addresses the root causes of waste mismanagement issues and takes the additional social, economic and environmental benefits from proper waste management into consideration. The Government of Brazil, through the General Secretariat of the Presidency of the Republic, has expressed the interest in obtaining technical assistance from UNEP-IETC for the development of a city-level programme proposal with strategies and recommendations to promote circular economy practices and improve waste management in a city in Brazil. To respond to this request, UNEP-IETC requires the recruitment of an expert with suitable national and local knowledge to coordinate the development of a programme proposal, which may include baseline studies and consultative processes for proposal validation. Output expectations: - Map of the current context of emissions of GHGs and SLCPs and the existing mitigation policy framework in the Waste sector of Brazil, highlighting the key drivers. sources and regions, if applicable. - Critical analysis of proposed course of actions considering the interfaces with other sectors and respective competence and influence power of the sector, such as energy (energy recovery from landfill gas and anaerobic digestion), transport (waste collection), agriculture (food loss and food waste prevention; organic fertilizers production through composting), industry (recycling and circular economy), waste pickers - Analysis of how the proposed sector planned actions can contribute to the promotion of a Just and Inclusive Transition (e.g. poverty and inequality reduction, food and nutritional security, pollution reduction and health, access to affordable energy, equitable share of cost of the climate transition, etc) - Set of priorities and goals for the sector for 2030 and indicative goals for 2035, based on inputs of sectoral focal points in government. - Estimation of emission’s reduction of proposed actions using an emissions policies simulation tool, with support of the Senior Technical Coordinator - Required regulatory changes for enabling the course of mitigation action for the sector. - Governance proposal and responsibilities for management, monitoring, and assessment of the sectorial action plan, including mechanisms of public participation and transparency. - 2 -3 technical presentations on relevant themes concerning sectoral mitigation levers and its implications, to be defined in alignment with CCAC and sectoral focal points in the government Qualifications/special skills● Advanced university degree, master or equivalent in Biology, Climate Change, Environmental Sciences, Natural Resources Management, or relevant fields of study. A first-level university degree in combination with 6 additional years of qualifying experience in the Waste sector may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. ● A minimum of 8 years of practical experience in climate change policy development and advice in the Waste in Brazil. ● Proven experience in the Waste sector planning. ● Experience with short-lived climate pollutants is required (methane, black carbon, HFCs, etc). ● In-depth knowledge of the national plans, strategies, and policies related to climate change in Brazil is required. ● Proven ability to work under pressure, with tight deadlines is required ● Proven ability in articulation with different organizations and sectors (public and private) is required ● Proven ability to write technical or policy documents is required ● Experience with Brazil’s public sector institutions is an asset. ● Experience in climate finance is an asset. ● Familiarity with emissions policies simulation tools is an asset. ● Working experience with the UN or international organizations would be an asset. Languages● Excellent verbal and written communication in English and Portuguese is required. Additional InformationNot available. No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.