Senior GEF Biodiversity Consultant for UNEP Minerals Unit

About the role

UNEP’s Minerals Unit is seeking a senior consultant with expertise in biodiversity to support the GEF‑Biodiversity component. The consultant will work remotely for a three‑week assignment, providing technical guidance, drafting key documents and ensuring the successful endorsement of the GEF CEO template.

Key responsibilities

• Develop a work‑plan and annotated guidance for national teams to complete the GEF CEO Endorsement template and annexes.
• Participate in online meetings and bilateral discussions with UNEP staff and other consultants, offering inputs and guidance.
• Draft a Theory of Change based on baseline work completed by national consultants.
• Provide iterative detailed reviews of draft inputs, edit and comment on final documents to ensure quality and compliance.

Required profile

• Proven experience in biodiversity and environmental governance within the extractives sector.
• Strong background in developing guidance documents, work‑plans and theory of change frameworks.
• Excellent analytical and writing skills, with ability to review and edit technical reports.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate remotely with international stakeholders.

Required skills

• Technical writing and document review.
• Development of work‑plans and guidance materials.
• Theory of Change formulation.