Board & Team

Location: Remote, with travel to Paraguay, Brazil, and other countries in Latin America
Application Deadline: 30th September 2024
Contract Duration: September 2024 - February 2025

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Project Overview:
The Global Alliance on Health and Pollution (GAHP) is seeking an experienced Consultant specializing in health and environmental issues to address lead pollution and the unsound management of Used Lead-Acid Batteries (ULABs) in the MERCOSUR region. This project aims to reduce lead poisoning through improved ULAB management and recycling, working closely with governments, the private sector, and civil society. The Consultant Team will focus on technical support, capacity building, and promoting collaborative efforts across Latin America.

Position Summary:

1. Review of Basel Convention "Technical Guidelines":

• Conduct a comprehensive review of the latest “Technical Guidelines” from the Small Intersessional Working Group of Experts under the Basel Convention, with a focus on lead pollution and ULAB management.
• Provide technical recommendations for improving guidelines and ensuring alignment with best practices in the sound management of hazardous waste.
• Prepare a detailed report summarizing findings, key recommendations, and implications.

2. Facilitate Multistakeholder Dialogue and Provide Technical Support in Mercosur:

• Engage with stakeholders from government, industry, and civil society to promote sound management and recycling of ULABs.
• Organize and facilitate multistakeholder dialogues in the MERCOSUR region, particularly with government representatives from Paraguay and Brazil, to promote collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Provide technical advice and policy recommendations to encourage the adoption of best practices in ULAB management.

3. Capacity Building and Workshop Facilitation:

• Design and lead in-person national workshops in Paraguay and Brazil involving governmental focal points to the SGT6 of the MERCOSUR and private sector participants. Share data (mass balance /health indicators) related to the ULABs in the region and at the country level.
• Deliver training sessions to build the capacity of local stakeholders in the sound management and recycling of ULABs.
• Develop workshop materials, presentations, and training tools tailored to the needs of the participants.

4. Follow-Up and Promotion of Voluntary Actions:

• Follow up with participating countries, stakeholders, and focal points to encourage voluntary actions aimed at reducing lead poisoning from informal ULAB management.
• Provide ongoing technical assistance and monitor progress in the implementation of agreed actions.
• Draft progress reports and recommendations to support further action at the national and regional levels.

Deliverables:

• Technical Review Report of the Basel Convention guidelines (for the Intersessional Working Group).
• Workshop Materials: Training materials, presentations, and handouts for the workshops in Paraguay and Brazil.
• Final Workshop Report: A summary report on the workshops, including feedback from participants and the next steps.
• Progress Report: Detailed follow-up reports outlining the progress made by participating countries and recommendations for future actions.

 Deliverables:

• Technical Review Report on Basel Convention guidelines for the Intersessional Working Group.
• Workshop materials, including training presentations and handouts tailored to national participants.
• Final Workshop Report summarizing participant feedback and future actions.
• Progress reports on the implementation of actions by participating countries.

Required Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Medicine, Public Health, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in health and environmental consulting, with a focus on hazardous waste management and lead pollution. Experience at the international level especially in Latin America.
• Proven experience working with international organizations, governments, and multistakeholder platforms.
• Expertise in the Basel Convention and sound hazardous waste management practices.
• Strong experience in designing and facilitating capacity-building workshops and technical dialogues.
• Fluency in Spanish and English is required. Basic knowledge of Portuguese is preferred, and other languages are an advantage.
• Strong analytical, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Availability to travel to Paraguay and Brazil for in-person workshops.

Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic and experienced consultant team to contribute to addressing critical environmental and health challenges in Latin America. You will be part of a global alliance working to reduce lead pollution and promote sustainable environmental practices in the region.

How to Apply:

• A detailed CV highlighting relevant experience.
• References from previous clients or employers.
• The consultant must provide an estimation of their costs for the designated period (end of September to end of February) based on the outlined deliverables.

*Please include "Consultant - MERCOSUR Lead Pollution Project" in the subject line.

Location: Remote, with potential travel
Application Deadline: October 10, 2024
Contract Duration: November 1, 2024 - March 20, 2025

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Project Overview:

The Global Alliance on Health and Pollution (GAHP) is seeking a highly qualified Consultant Team to conduct the terminal evaluation of its DEFRA-funded project, "Reducing Health and Environmental Impacts of Pesticides and Agricultural Open Burning in Vietnam." This project aims to mitigate the detrimental effects of agrochemicals and open burning practices on health, biodiversity, and climate change in Vietnam. The evaluation will assess project performance regarding relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, and sustainability.

Position Summary:

The evaluation will be conducted by a Consultant Team comprising a Lead Evaluation Consultant and a Supporting Technical Consultant. Together, the team will assess the outcomes and impacts of the project, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, evidence-based terminal evaluation report. The team will collaborate with GAHP, DEFRA, and other key partners, analyzing project successes, challenges, and lessons learned for future initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the terminal evaluation process, adhering to the project's timeline and deliverable schedule.
• Evaluate project performance based on strategic relevance, quality of design, effectiveness, financial management, efficiency, sustainability, and factors affecting project performance.
• Assess the success in achieving project outcomes related to reducing the health and environmental impacts of pesticides and agricultural open burning.
• Engage with stakeholders and project partners (GAHP, DEFRA, VACNE, Rainforest Alliance) to gather data, insights, and feedback.
• Deliver a draft and final evaluation report summarizing key findings, recommendations, and lessons learned.
• Ensure the evaluation is conducted in accordance with GAHP and DEFRA standards and procedures.

Lead Consultant Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in environmental sciences, international development, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in project evaluation, with a focus on environmental health, agriculture, and pollution management.
• Proven leadership in managing evaluation teams and delivering high-quality evaluation reports.
• Expertise in Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs), pesticide management, and agricultural practices.
• Strong writing skills in English with the ability to produce clear and concise reports.
• Experience working in Vietnam or Southeast Asia is an asset.

Supporting Consultant Qualifications:

• University degree in environmental sciences, international development, or a related field.]
• At least 10 years of technical experience, including research on environmental health, pesticides, and POPs.
• Good knowledge of civil society organizations (CSOs) and capacity building, particularly in the context of environmental protection.
• A strong understanding of the cultural background of Central Asia is a plus.
  Strong writing and analytical skills.

How to Apply:

• CVs for both the Lead Consultant and Supporting Consultant.
• A brief proposal outlining your evaluation methodology and approach.
• References and examples of similar evaluations conducted.
• Please include "Evaluation Consultant Team Application - GAHP-DEFRA Project" in the subject line.