CCAC National SLCP Expert for Madagascar’s NDC 3.0

Result of ServiceThe National SLCP Expert will work under the technical guidance of the international SLCP expert and in close collaboration with the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development (MEDD) and relevant national stakeholders, and will be responsible for: - Coordinating and facilitating dialogue and consultations with national ministries, agencies, private sector, and civil society relevant to SLCP and N2O integration into Madagascar’s NDC 3.0 - Collecting, compiling, and reviewing existing national data on emissions, policies, measures, and initiatives related to methane, black carbon, HFCs, and N₂O. - Supporting baseline assessments by gathering sector-specific information on current mitigation actions and SLCP emission sources. Work LocationMadagascar Expected duration10 months Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe 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. Madagascar joined the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) in 2024 and has since pledged its commitment to advancing the SLCP agenda under the leadership of the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development (MEDD). Madagascar’s recent Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 2.0) is a key policy framework that demonstrates the country’s commitment to tackling climate change in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement. The document outlines the country’s ambition to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 28% by 2030 compared to a business-as-usual scenario. This includes both direct emission reductions and the enhancement of carbon sinks, particularly through sustainable land use and forest management. The NDC underscores the urgent need for strengthened mitigation actions to preserve Madagascar’s status as a carbon sink. Without additional measures, the country is projected to lose this status shortly after 2025 and could become a net emitter by 2030. The NDCs to be submitted in 2025, also known as NDCs 3.0, need to be progressive and more ambitious than current NDCs and may be the last opportunity to put the world on track with a global emission trajectory in line with the Paris Agreement’s 1.5C goal. Importantly, while methane (CH4) and nitrous oxide (N2O) are referenced in NDC 2.0, their targeted mitigation will be key to NDC 3.0. Addressing SLCPs—such as methane, black carbon, and hydrofluorocarbons—not only supports immediate climate benefits but also plays a critical role in helping Madagascar retain its carbon sink status and improve public health and air quality outcomes. Strengthening the SLCP agenda will therefore be central to achieving more ambitious and integrated climate action in the next NDC cycle. We are now seeking a National SLCP Expert to collaborate with the Government of the Madagascar to integrate Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (SLCPs) into the NDC 3.0 framework of Madagascar, focusing on key sectors contributing to SLCP emissions, in particular Methane, HFCs plus N2O, which is a non-CO2 pollutant that is long-lived. The goal is to enhance mitigation actions while addressing public health, economic development, and environmental benefits. Qualifications/special skills-Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in environmental sciences, environmental engineering, physics, chemistry, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field is required. A first university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted instead of the advanced degree. - Eight years or more of professional experience in a field relevant to climate change, climate change modelling, energy modelling, GHG emissions inventory and air pollution. - Excellent written and spoken communication skills, and the capacity to work with colleagues and partners is required. - Experience in multi-stakeholder dialogues, knowledge with sectoral authorities is required. - Knowledge of the national policies in climate change mitigation and air pollution is required. - A good understanding of GHG dynamics, short-lived climate pollutants, climate change and air pollution issues in Madagascar is required. - Experience in environmental public policy is desirable. - Knowledge of, or experience implementing, methodologies and resources for developing GHG and air pollution emissions inventories is desirable. Languages-Fluency in oral and written French and English 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.