Result of ServiceThis assignment is part of the CITES Secretariat’s work related to the implementation of ICCWC Vision 2030 and its associated Strategic Action Plan at national level, in Madagascar. The main objective of the consultancy is to act as a liaison and support the coordination of activities between ICCWC partner agencies, CSOs, EU and national authorities in Madagascar, as well as support the implementation and coordination of agreed activities of the ICCWC Senior Experts Group and Technical Experts group related to Madagascar. Work LocationAntananarivo, Madagascar. Regular communication and reporting will be via appropriate communication means with the ICCWC Coordinator at the CITES Secretariat and in consultation with UNODC as the lead for project GUARD Wildlife. Expected duration10 Months. Expected dates of contract: 1 February – 30 November 2025 Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) 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. The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) is an international agreement between states. Its aim is to ensure that international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival (www.cites.org). The CITES Secretariat is administered by UN Environment and is located at the Geneva duty station. This assignment is part of the CITES Secretariat’s work under the Enforcement Unit and will undertake tasks related to the chairmanship of the Secretariat of the International Consortium on Combating Wildlife Crime (ICCWC). The assignment will undertake tasks related to the ICCWC, with special emphasis on the implementation of the EU-funded project GUARD Wildlife – Global United Action to Reduce and Dismantle Organized Wildlife Crime. Under the overall supervision of ICCWC Coordinator at the CITES Secretariat, in consultation with UNODC as the lead for project GUARD Wildlife, the ICCWC National Coordinator consultant will: 1. Coordinate the development of a workplan between ICCWC partners (CITES, INTERPOL, UNODC, WBG and WCO), the EU and relevant CSOs to implement the ICCWC Vision 2030 and its associated Strategic Action Plan at national level in Madagascar 2. Engage with authorities from the government of Madagascar, including the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development, Police, Customs, Prosecution, Judiciary and other relevant authorities at both ministerial/executive and working levels to build a strong partnership for the implementation of project GUARD Wildlife 3. Support, oversee and coordinate the implementation of the activities of the ICCWC partners, CSOs and government institutions in Madagascar 4. Prepare, review and provide technical inputs to reports for Madagascar-related implementation 5. Provide technical inputs and where appropriate, support or participate in relevant ICCWC activities and events Qualifications/special skillsAn advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in political sciences, international relations, law, business administration, economics or public administration or related field is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. · At least seven years of relevant work experience at the international level, related to wildlife and forest crimes is required · At least 5 years of specific work experience related to wildlife crime in the context of Africa and preferably Madagascar is required. · At least 7 years of experience in programme/project coordination, development, execution, implementation, monitoring/evaluation, and facilitation of group discussions is required. · At least 7 years of experience with international organizations is required. Specific experience working with ICCWC partners, government, private sector or nongovernmental organizations in the context of wildlife crime would be an advantage. Required field of work and where applicable, area of specialty: . · Good knowledge and understanding of CITES, ICCWC and wildlife crime and ICCWC tools, services is required. Specific experience working in the areas of criminal justice responses to wildlife and forest crime, anti-corruption, legislative assistance is desirable. · Previous experience working in Madagascar is required. Specific experience working with the government and relevant ministries in the context of wildlife crime would be an advantage. · Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, and authorities at different levels; · Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; · Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; · Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; LanguagesFluency in spoken and written English and French is required; Additional InformationReporting lines: Hosted at the UNODC Office in Antananarivo (Madagascar), the consultant will report to the ICCWC Coordinator at the Enforcement Unit of the CITES Secretariat in Geneva, in consultation with UNODC as the lead for project GUARD Wildlife. Payments will be made upon successful completion, review and quality assurance of the deliverables specified under Outputs/Work Assignment above. All deliverables must be submitted by the contractor on a monthly basis to the respective direct Supervisors and certified as being of adequate quality and meeting the terms of the deliverables before payments will be made. Competencies: Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to CITES Secretariat; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to CITES Secretariat procedures and rules; discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy and tact to deal with clients; ability to apply good judgement; ability to liaise and coordinate with a range of different actors, especially in senior positions; where appropriate, high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; resourcefulness and willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented; Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, mixed-gender environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; sensitivity and adaptability to culture, gender, religion, nationality and age; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of UN operations; ability to achieve common goals and provide guidance or training to colleagues; Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities; Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups; No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). 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