CONSULTANCY: Support GCF project proposal preparation for the meteorological service of Mauritania (ONM) (SSA-2026-TCU-DPPD-23)
Organizational Context
WMO has been invited to contribute to the preparation and implementation of a GCF SAP project, led by UNIDO, and planned to be submitted at GCF 47th Board (April 2027). This project would support early warning systems in Mauritania, involving the Meteorological Office (ONM), and the hydrological services of the Hydrological and dam directorate (DHB) and National Center for Water Resources (CNRE).
Job Purpose
To develop costed action plans for a GCF SAP project supporting early warning systems in Mauritania, in coordination with UNIDO and local meteorological and hydrological services.
Responsibilities
Develop costed action plans including: 1. Climate science basis demonstrating the necessity of upgrading meteorological and hydrological services to combat climate change impacts and scaling up CREWS investment. 2. Project activities detailing GCF Grant financing, specifications, counterpart resources, early warning value chain contribution, implementation arrangements, procurement, and safeguards. a. Institutional strengthening (strategic planning, quality management, business planning, cost recovery, policy & legal frameworks). b. Staff capacity development & training activities and their contribution to operational service delivery. c. Equipment & infrastructure justification, including technology choice, operation and maintenance costs, sustainability, and exit strategy. Deliverables include draft sections for the submission-ready package, responses to GCF Secretariat comments, and responses to GCF ITAP comments.
Work Experience
Project proposal development with meteorological, hydrological, climatological, and early warning services in West Africa. Experience with developing GCF proposals is an advantage. Project implementation experience in Mauritania is an asset.
Skills
Ability to provide inputs at different stages of project preparation as soon as possible.