CCAC AQMx Nitrogen Fertilisers Expert

Organizational Context

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) hosts the Secretariat for the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) in Paris. The CCAC is a global partnership focused on integrated climate and air quality solutions, reducing short-lived climate pollutants. It recently endorsed the Belem Declaration on Fertilisers, aiming to improve nutrient use efficiency and reduce emissions from fertiliser production and use.

Job Purpose

This role will develop a Sectoral Guidance paper on improved nitrogen fertiliser practices, providing practical recommendations for design and implementation. The expert will identify at least 30 resources for the AQMx Resource Exchange Library and highlight successful initiatives for replication. The guidance will focus on solutions suitable for Low- and Middle-Income Countries, supporting governments and stakeholders in meeting air quality targets. The role contributes to the CCAC's "Clean Air Flagship" initiative, aiming to save lives, slow climate change, and maximize co-benefits for agriculture and economic development.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibility is to draft an 8,000-word Sectoral Guidance paper on improved nitrogen fertiliser use. This includes providing concrete, actionable recommendations for designing, implementing, enforcing, monitoring, and evaluating fertiliser use programs. The expert will investigate relevant business models and financing options, consider socio-economic equity and inclusion, and highlight successful case studies. Additionally, the role involves identifying a minimum of 30 relevant resources for the AQMx library, conducting stakeholder consultations, and preparing presentation materials for the guidance's launch. The work supports the CCAC's goals of strengthening air quality management capacity globally.

Work Experience

A minimum of 5 years of professional/scientific experience in sustainable agriculture and nitrogen fertiliser use is required. This includes at least 5 years of experience in research, practical implementation, or understanding of improved nitrogen fertiliser use in projects or with governments. Demonstrated experience with business models, report preparation, and presentations is also necessary. Experience in developing countries is desirable.

Skills

Expertise in sustainable agriculture and nitrogen fertiliser use. Ability to produce clear, concise scientific and technical reports. Experience in preparing and delivering presentations. Understanding of business models for improved nitrogen fertiliser use. Experience working in developing countries.

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