Result of ServiceThis consultancy aims to contribute to the implementation of the GCF Readiness project \"Advancing a Regional Approach to the Green Hydrogen Economy in Latin America and the Caribbean\" for Honduras, by contributing to the creation of an interinstitutional working group, promoting national coordination and participation of key actors, and enhance information dissemination and transparency, to foster enabling conditions for a robust ecosystem of green hydrogen in the country. Output 1. Relevant country stakeholders have established adequate capacity, systems and networks to collaborate in the planning, programming and implementation of GCF-funded activities (outcome 1.3). The consultant will contribute to the work of the national interinstitutional working group on hydrogen and liaise with the relevant national actors (which may include executing entities, civil society organizations and the private sector), including women and local community groups, to strengthen the working group. The consultant is expected to prepare the documentation needed for the successful delivery of the meetings and be in constant communication with the leading entities of the government. The consultant is expected to handle the national inter-institutional working group to engage regionally with the other members of the Readiness project. Activity 1.1 (1.3.A.2). Conduct stakeholder engagement activities in the country to develop a work plan for the national inter-institutional working groups. Activity 1.1.1. Prepare a draft work plan for green hydrogen based on the stakeholders' analysis, project identification and national goals. Activity 1.1.2. Plan and deliver at least three meetings for the agreement on the work plan for green hydrogen by preparing the necessary support documents and engaging with all relevant actors. Output 2. The country has developed or enhanced strategic frameworks to address policy gaps, improve sectoral expertise, and enhance enabling environments for GCF programming in low emission (outcome 2.2). The consultant will engage with key stakeholders in the country to collect their feedback on the draft of the hydrogen roadmap developed under the GCF Readiness project. Activity 2.1 (2.2.A.2) Develop national hydrogen strategies in close collaboration with the government, private sector entities (including the financial sector), academia, and civil society organizations. Activity 2.1.1 Draft the action plan for the national hydrogen economy strategy based on the results of hydrogen baselines assessment study. Activity 2.1.2 Final proposal of the national hydrogen economy strategy incorporating revisions from the interinstitutional working group. Output 3. Best practices concerning institutional capacity building and coordination, direct access, and pipeline development are developed and disseminated, and partnerships are established (outcome 5.1). The consultant will engage the national actors in communication activities to successfully train the most relevant stakeholders in the country. Activity 3.1 (5.1.A.2) Develop and deliver six (6) online training modules Activity 3.1.1 Support the development of the training courses to be developed by the project, promoting the participation of the most relevant stakeholders, including indigenous people, gender and vulnerable groups. Activity 3.2 (5.1.A.3) Define and design a communication campaign and the corresponding communication material Activity 3.2.1 Support the development of the communication campaign to be developed by the project, providing technical input to the relevant topics and the key messages. Deliverables Product No. 1: An action plan to implement the green hydrogen strategy, designed to address and overcome the key regulatory, technical, financial, and institutional barriers identified in the baseline study, while setting clear priorities, responsibilities, and milestones to guide effective execution and monitoring (Activity 2.1.1). Product No. 2: A proposal of the national hydrogen economy strategy incorporating feedback, technical inputs, and policy recommendations from the interinstitutional working group. The document must include short, mid and long-term strategic goals and recommendations, and alignment to the NDC, reflecting the national vision for the development, deployment, and governance of hydrogen economy in the country (Activity 2.1.2). Product No. 3: A work plan for the national inter-institutional working group, including (i) short, medium and long-term activities, (ii) recommendations about the gender, indigenous and vulnerable groups approach, and (iii) the regional coordination strategy (Activity 1.1.1). Product No. 4: A report on the three meetings held with the national inter-institutional working group and other key stakeholders for the agreement on the work plan, including commitments, materials (documents, presentations, etc.) (Activity 1.1.2). Product No. 5: A report on the participation of national stakeholders and the extent of knowledge gained during the six online training courses, including the number of participants by gender and affiliation (Activity 3.1.1). Product No. 6: A report on the activities delivered related to the support on the development of the roadmap for Honduras to adopt the regional certification scheme and the communication campaign. This report must include the meetings organized by the consultant with relevant institutions (Activity 3.2.1). This consultancy aims to contribute to the implementation of the GCF Readiness project \"Advancing a Regional Approach to the Green Hydrogen Economy in Latin America and the Caribbean\" for Honduras by contributing to the creation of an interinstitutional working group, promoting national coordination and participation of key actors, and enhance information dissemination and transparency, to foster enabling conditions for a robust ecosystem of green hydrogen in the country. Specific tasks and responsibilities Under the direct supervision of UNEP’s Programme Management Officer for Energy Efficiency of the Climate Change Unit for Latin America and the Caribbean Office, the consultant shall perform the following activities: The consultant will be responsible for the following: • Collecting and processing the data necessary to develop the aforementioned studies. • Conduct interviews or generate the necessary information for the development of the aforementioned studies. • Create, promote and maintain relationships with the national public, private and civil society actors for their involvement in the project. Actively seek feedback from all sectors on the proposals to be created. • Organise the logistics and content of the workshops and meetings, with special attention to the appropriate involvement of all participants. • Supply guidance to the national authorities and provide technical advice when required, ensuring their active involvement in the proposals presented. • Observe national interests and priorities in the formulation of proposals, studies and conclusions developed. • Attend meetings, calls, and guidelines provided by the Project Manager, the Designated National Authority of Honduras to the Green Climate Fund, and the project's technical advisory team. • Comply with the deadlines stipulated by the Project Manager. • Attend and collaborate with the coordination process for the strengthening of civil society and private sector initiatives. • Actively participate in the H2LAC community of practice by generating the content in coordination with the other national consultants and the regional coordinators. • Encourage the participation and exchange of experiences and knowledge of government authorities, civil society and the private sector, promoting leadership on issues in which they have progress. • Plan and deliver at least three meetings for the agreement on the work plan for green hydrogen by preparing the necessary documents and engaging with all relevant actors Work LocationHOME BASED Expected duration12 MONTHS Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action. The UNEP Latin America and the Caribbean Office (LACO), located in Panama City, works closely with the 33 countries of the region and its activities are integrated into the Medium-Term Strategy and the Programme of Work approved by the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA). The green hydrogen generation technical potential in Latin America and the Caribbean is significant, estimated at 1,114 EJ of green hydrogen produced at a cost under USD 1.5/kg by 2050. Therefore, green hydrogen can be produced using the clean and renewable energy sources available in the region. Beyond the potential for its production, using hydrogen as an energy source can also result in a myriad of benefits for the region. The transport sector is the highest consumer of fossil fuels and the leading source of fossil-fuel-related Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions (15% of all regional GHG emissions in 2018). Diesel and gasoline are the main fuels used in transport, accounting for 83% of the total energy use. Hydrogen can be used for all transportation electrification, fuel cell electric cars, trucks, buses, forklifts, ferries and ships, and aircraft. Globally, some 8,000 fuel-cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) were sold in 2020. The project \"Advancing a Regional Approach to the Green Hydrogen Economy in Latin America and the Caribbean\" aims to create the right conditions to promote the hydrogen economy through the exchange of experiences at a regional level, ending with the preparation of i) national strategic planning and ii) funding proposals that could be submitted to the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and other international financial sources. This project is being implemented in 7 countries in parallel. In this sense, it is required to hire a Hydrogen Economy Consultant for Honduras to develop the results, as explained below. This position is home-based. The consultant will work in close collaboration with the General Directorate of Energy, Hydrocarbons and Mines of Honduras and attending meetings in person may be required. The consultant will be supervised by the UNEP Programme Management Officer for Energy Efficiency for Latin America and the Caribbean. Qualifications/special skillsACADEMIC: ● Bachelor's degree in engineering, public policy, economics, energy, transport, urban planning, or a closely related field is required. ● Master's degree in mechanical, civil, environmental, electrical or electronic engineering, or in energy, transport, public policy or a closely related field is desired. EXPERIENCE ● Five (5) years of relevant work experience related to energy, transport, climate change, environmental policy, and/or infrastructure projects or policies is required. ● Experience and knowledge of the industry or energy sector in Honduras is desirable. ● Experience in renewable energy or industry decarbonization projects in Latin America is desirable. ● Experience or knowledge of green hydrogen is desirable. ● Experience in working and collaborating as an international consultant in energy or transport sectors is desirable. SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: • Demonstrates integrity and ethical standards. • Mature judgment and initiative. • Absolute commitment to confidentiality. • Ability to work independently and under pressure; take the initiative to judge priorities and organize work accordingly. • Intermediate knowledge and ability to use the set of standard applications (MS Office) is desirable. • Strong interpersonal skills and highly developed cultural sensitivity to communicate with all levels of staff and external clients, both orally and in writing. • Excellent organizational skills, ability to perform multiple tasks and attention to detail, initiative and independence. • Ability to innovate, combining methodological approaches and data from various levels and disciplines including economics, finance, development, and mitigation. COMPETENCIES: PROFESSIONALISM: Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Shows pride in work and in achievements; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; Remains calm in stressful situations. TEAMWORK: ● Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: ● Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. Languages● Fluency in Spanish is required. ● Fluency in English is desirable. 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.