INTRODUCTION TO GGGI

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page.

PROJECT BACKGROUND

Asia Water Council (AWC) is a leading water platform that aims to provide tangible solutions to resolve water issues in Asia and beyond and support achieving sustainable development with clean and sufficient water. AWC consists of 152 members from 24 countries and actively cooperating with water-related organizations, including governments, academic and research institutions, non-governmental organizations, and civil society, as well as international organizations.

AWC manages the “AWC Water Projects,” where the projects are demand-based to help address water-related issues facing member countries through supporting the development of Project Concept Papers (PCPs) to be submitted to the Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) and other financial institutes for funding opportunities. Below are the selected project Concept Notes (CNs) for the 2023 AWC Water Projects:

(1) Lao PDR: Drought Risk Assessment and Sustainable Water Utilization in Affected Province of Lao PDR

(2) Thailand: Enhancing Climate Resilience of Water Infrastructure in Thailand

(3) Bangladesh: Artificial Recharge of Ground Water Aquifer in Dhaka City

Recently, AWC and GGGI have signed an agreement to initiate the Project, which will be carried out until December 26, 2023. GGGI will take the lead in developing Project Concept Papers (PCPs) and its Executive summary based on the selected CNs for the three countries in Lao PDR, Thailand, and Bangladesh.

OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSIGNMENT

The Consultant will support the development of the PCP for Lao PDR, Thailand, and Bangladesh. The Consultant will work closely with AWC, GGGI (HQ and in-country consultants), and relevant stakeholders. The Consultant will lead in the consolidation of the developed PCP and deliver the executive summaries for each PCP both in English and Korean. The Consultant will have to meet the deadlines for the requested deliverables indicated in the Agreement and the Terms of Reference (Annex 1).

SCOPE OF WORK

Under the primary supervision of the Head of the Korea Liaison Unit (KLU) at GGGI HQ, the Consultant will be responsible for the following activities:

1. Provide assistance with conducting in-depth policy and situational analysis

• Participate in analyzing existing information and data from secondary sources, evaluation reports, and collecting technical studies, and data to prepare the PCP development.

2. Support the elaboration of the Project Concept Note (PCP) development

• Work with GGGI HQ and in-country Consultant to coordinate consultation with AWC for the improvement of PCP regularly
• Provide necessary support to GGGI HQ and in-country Consultant in the on-site investigation and stakeholder consultation
• Develop the executive summary for each of the developed PCP in Korean and English

3. Monitor, track, and assist in the review and development of PCP

• Follow up on the status of the deliverables with regular updates and inform the in-country Consultant in advance of the due date for submitting reports (Policy and Situational Analysis Report, On-site Investigation Report, Stakeholder Consultation Report, Project Work Plan, Project Concept Papers, and other deliverables)
• Coordinate and participate in project development discussions and reporting meetings with AWC and aid technical support in related documentation
• Consolidate PCP review feedback from AWC and external reviewers
• Translate relevant documents from Korean to English and vice versa, and provide other related tasks assigned from time to time by the team

Total fee: up to USD 20,000, depending on the candidate’s credentials

EXPERTISE REQUIRED

• 7+ years of relevant professional experience;
• An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or PhD equivalent) in Climate Change, Environmental Studies, Water Resource Management, Hydrology, Civil and Environmental Engineering or related areas;
• Strong analytical skills and experience in developing technical reports – undertaking research, primary and secondary data collection, analysis, and report writing;
• Experience in developing ODA project proposals is advantageous;
• Ability to work/deliver independently with minimal supervision;
• Good interpersonal skills, ability to work collaboratively with colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds;
• Excellent English and Korean communication and writing skills in the field of green ODA;
• Proficiency in standard Microsoft Office and Hangeul;
• Experience in International Organizations, development agencies, government, private sector, or non-profit sector.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Date to close is Korean Standard Time (KST). Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered Application. Cover Letter, and CV must be sent in English. A consortium, or a firm may not be engaged for the individual consultant assignment.