Regional Consultant for the Development of an Implementation Plan for the Establishment of the Indian Ocean Institute for Energy and Ocean Sciences
Organizational Context
The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) supports the Indian Ocean Commission (IOC) in developing a regional blue economy action plan. This role contributes to establishing an Indian Ocean Institute for Energy and Ocean Sciences, focusing on sustainable marine renewable energy to enhance island resilience and economic diversification.
Job Purpose
This consultancy aims to support IOC Member States in establishing effective blue economy governance systems and policy processes. The role will assist an international expert in defining a comprehensive implementation plan for the Indian Ocean Institute for Energy and Ocean Sciences. This involves coordinating national focal points, supporting research, facilitating stakeholder consultations, and contributing to the drafting and validation of the plan, ultimately fostering regional integration and sustainable industrialization in marine renewable energy.
Responsibilities
Coordinate the nomination and engagement of national focal points from IOC Member States. Assist in establishing and managing the project working group, including preparing meetings and tracking actions. Support the International Expert's desk survey on marine renewable energy by collecting, organizing, and verifying regional data. Facilitate stakeholder consultations to identify priorities, needs, and opportunities for collaboration. Assist in drafting the implementation plan, focusing on the institute's mandate, governance, programs, and partnerships. Coordinate Member State feedback on the draft plan and support validation workshops. Maintain project records and provide progress updates to ensure the timely completion of the assignment.
Work Experience
Requires at least 3 years of experience in the blue economy sector. Demonstrated experience in multi-country coordination, stakeholder consultation, and preparing policy or implementation plans within the Indian Ocean or a similar regional context is essential. Experience working under tight deadlines and delivering high-quality outputs is also necessary.
Skills
Ability to review and synthesize technical and policy material on blue economy and renewable energy. Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently, proactively, and with minimal supervision. Familiarity with marine renewable energy is an asset.