- Position Title: International Consultant for the Mid-Term Review of GEF-7
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya
- Employment Type: Full-Time Consultancy
- Vacancies: 1
- Deadline: January 7, 2026
- Category: Consultancy / Environment / Sustainable Development
- Salary Expectation:
The estimated monthly consultancy fee for this International Consultant role ranges between KSH 450,000–650,000 gross, based on prevailing United Nations consultancy rates for international-level evaluation assignments, the seniority of the role, the requirement for advanced academic qualifications, and extensive international experience. Comparable UN consultancy engagements (P4/P5 equivalent evaluation assignments) typically fall within this range depending on expertise and scope of work. This figure is an estimate provided strictly for guidance and negotiation purposes only. The final consultancy fee will be determined solely by the hiring organisation and the contractual terms agreed upon.
Introduction
International Consultant opportunities of this nature are designed for highly experienced professionals seeking to contribute to global environmental governance and sustainable development evaluation processes. This role offers a unique chance to lead a critical mid-term review of a large-scale, internationally funded environmental project under the GEF-7 framework. The International Consultant will be responsible for producing evidence-based evaluation outputs that inform strategic decision-making and project performance improvements. This assignment is ideal for experts with strong analytical capabilities, evaluation experience, and exposure to international development projects.
About the Company
The hiring organisation is a leading global environmental authority within the United Nations system, mandated to shape international environmental policy and promote sustainable development worldwide. It works closely with governments, multilateral institutions, and development partners to address pressing environmental challenges, including climate change, urban sustainability, and green infrastructure. The organisation is known for its rigorous evaluation standards, evidence-based programming, and commitment to accountability and transparency. Professionals engaged by the organisation are expected to uphold the highest international standards of research, ethics, and analytical rigor.
Specific Tasks and Responsibilities
Evaluation Leadership & Coordination
- Coordinate, author, and lead the mid-term review of the GEF-7 project in line with established international evaluation standards.
- Assume overall responsibility for conducting the review and preparing the final evaluation report in English.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable evaluation policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Stakeholder Engagement & Fieldwork
- Conduct interviews with all key stakeholders, including in-person interviews in Brasilia and site visits in Florianópolis.
- Engage with project management teams, steering committees, administrative officers, and implementing partners.
- Facilitate individual and group interviews to gather qualitative and quantitative evidence.
Evaluation & Analysis
- Evaluate all project components in accordance with recognised evaluation office guidelines.
- Apply evidence-based methodologies, ensuring triangulation of information from multiple sources wherever possible.
- Clearly document evaluative judgments, analytical reasoning, and data limitations while maintaining stakeholder anonymity.
Documentation Review & Data Collection
- Conduct an extensive desk review of project documentation, including:
- Project design documents, work plans, budgets, and supervision plans.
- Theory of change, logical frameworks, and problem trees.
- Progress reports, financial statements, audits, and monitoring tools.
- Evaluations and reviews of comparable development projects.
Reporting & Deliverables
- Prepare and submit all reports in line with approved templates and quality standards.
- Develop clear findings, conclusions, and actionable recommendations supported by robust evidence.
- Deliver three high-quality reports within agreed timelines, meeting defined performance indicators.
Qualifications & Requirements
Academic Qualifications
- Advanced university degree in Economics, Environmental Sciences, Management, or a closely related discipline.
- A first-level degree combined with an additional two years of relevant qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.
Professional Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of technical experience focused on urban development, sustainability, green infrastructure, or related fields.
- Demonstrated experience in monitoring and evaluation of development projects, particularly in Latin America.
- Proven experience assessing project documentation, including budgets, expenditure reports, work plans, and progress reports.
- Prior experience with projects funded by global environmental or development financing mechanisms is highly desirable.
Core Competencies
- Strong analytical, research, and report-writing skills.
- Ability to work independently while coordinating with multiple international stakeholders.
- High level of professionalism, objectivity, and ethical judgment.
- Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through the official United Nations careers portal.
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