Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, MBA/MSc/MA
Experience: Minimum 5 years
Job Field: Project Management

Job Description

Under the supervision of the UNEP UN-REDD Programme Coordinator for Africa, the Consultant will:

Consult with government bodies, NGOs, civil society, legal experts, private sector, and academia.

Identify gaps in the REDD+ process and recommend improvements.

Assess governance architecture, inter-ministerial coordination, and stakeholder participation.

Map REDD+ policies and tools, including Registry, SIS, TREES documents, and evaluate compliance with international standards.

Qualifications & Skills

Advanced degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Environmental Science, Forestry, Climate Change, Geography, Sustainable Development, or related fields.

Minimum five years of experience in REDD+, forestry, climate change, or environmental management.

Knowledge of Eastern Africa’s political economy and familiarity with international and national REDD+ frameworks.

Ability to work in multicultural and multi-disciplinary environments.

Application Deadline: Feb 6, 2026