Overview : Project Title:
“Enabling Regions 10 and 11 to Cope with Climate Change – RAPID Compnent (Project Climate Twin Phoenix)
Project Description:
The Climate Change Commission (CCC) is in need of the services of a qualified candidate for the post of a CHIEF TECHNICAL ADVISOR for the Project Climate Twin Phoenix.
Implemented by the Climate Change Commission Philippines through the support of the United Nations Development Programme and the Australian Government, Project Climate Twin Phoenix is envisioned to be the first stage of a more comprehensive and long term capacity development program for cities and municipalities, addressing both risks from climate change and other related natural hazards. Through its activities, it seeks to move beyond awareness-building and into promoting informed decision-making and policy change at the local levels, thus empowering local governments and communities to work together in coming up with better plans, policies, and regulatory measures that will enable them to cope with natural disasters which are projected to increase in intensity and frequency due to climate change.
The project is anchored in the human security thematic area of the National Climate Change Action Plan. As the complexity of the challenges posed by disasters and by the changing climate calls for an integrated approach, the human security as a strategic priority ensures the integration of climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction in development planning and decision-making processes, including those intended to support the long-term recovery of disaster-affected areas.
The following are the expected outputs for this project (a) climate-related/disaster risk and vulnerability assessments; (b) priority preparedness and mitigation action; (c) awareness raising and capacity building; (d) mainstreaming climate/disaster risks in land use and development plans and programs; (e) building resilience of the poor and the vulnerable; and (f) knowledge and information sharing.
Project Climate Twin Phoenix was officially launched in December 2012 initially covering the areas affected by Typhoon Sendong, specifically, Cagayan de Oro and Iligan Cities. In 2013, the project was expanded to cover the areas hardest hit by Typhoon Pablo, specifically New Bataan of Compostela Valley and Baganga, Boston and Cateel in Davao Oriental. In June 2014, the Resilience and Preparedness for Inclusive Development (RAPID) for 12 municipalities affected by Typhoon Yolanda was launched as a new component of Project Climate Twin Phoenix.
Project partners from the government are DOST (PAG-ASA, PHIVOLCS), DENR (MGB, NAMRIA, RBCO) DILG, HLURB, OCD, MINDA, and the local government beneficiaries. As a strategy to promote multistakeholder participation, the project continues to initiate partnerships with academic institutions and nongovernment organizations like the University of the Philippines, Mindanao State University, Xavier University, Mindanao University of Science and Technology, Balay Mindanaw Foundation, Inc., and other organizations involved in community-based disaster risk reduction and management, and climate change adaptation.
Scope of Work
The Chief Technical Advisor (CTA) is responsible for ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of planned Project outputs. She/He will work with and supervise a team of consultants to ensure the smooth running and implementation of the project activities.
Specific tasks are as follows:
Provide technical advice, assistance, guidance and directions for all project activities:
Climate Change Vulnerability/Disaster Risk Assessment
Development of Priority Climate Adaptation and Disaster Risk Mitigation Actions
CBMEWS Establishment & Operationalization
Strengthening Inter-Agency/Multi-Sectoral Coordination Mechanism(s) for Disaster Preparedness & Response
Information, Education and Communications (IEC) Campaign for and Competency Development of Local Actors on Climate Change Adaptation and Disaster Risk Management
Socio-economic Resilience Development for the Poor and Most Vulnerable
Knowledge Management
Supervise a team of consultants and project staff, providing clear direction and regular monitoring and feedback on performance
· review the TORs of consultants/project staff and participate in the recruitmen process;
· review and assess the technical content, quality, and scheduling of outputs/deliverables of consultants and project staff; and
· assess project performance and achievement especially the sustainability of relevant activities.
Establish linkages or coordinative mechanisms and ensure the involvement of local partners. Assist project management in coordinating project activities with other related projects such as Integrating CCA-DRR into Local Planning and Decision Making Processes;
Assist the project management in firming up project scope, outputs and schedule by providing periodic assessment of progress of project activities, and recommend measures to address major project operational and technical issues;
Refine the Reference Manual on Mainstreaming Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation in the Comprehensive Land Use Plans into a Guide for Disaster Risk Assessment in Comprehensive Land Use Planning;
Oversee and lead the implementation of project activities in the new project sites namely Provinces of Compostela Valley and Davao Oriental in addition to the original project sites;
Perform other duties/functions as may be deemed necessary for project implementation and coordination.
Expected Outputs and Deliverables
Deliverables/Outputs
Final Version of the CLUP Supplemental Guidelines
Terms of Reference and Activity Design for the Regional Forum on the updating of the RPFP
Completion Report of IEC on the climate-enhanced flood hazard maps for Iligan City and CDO City
Final draft capacity assessment report for RAPID areas
Reviewed climate-smart livelihood strategy for Sendong areas
Final report on the ClimEx.db of Iligan City, including at least 2 special studies
Terms of reference for the preparation of natural resource assessments and climate change vulnerability assessment in the RAPID areas
First Draft of the Mainstreaming Framework for the CDP Guideline
Terms of Reference for the design considerations and constructions of evacuation centers as basis for the MOA with CCC and DPWH
Final Modules and conduct of climate-smart recovery planning in Pablo areas
Tracer study for capacity building targets of Project Climate Twin Phoenix
Final Technical Report of the River Basin Flood Modeling for Pablo Areas (Boston, Baganga, Cateel and Caraga)
Institutional Arrangement
For the duration of the contract, the Consultant will report to the Project Manager and shall work in close coordination with the identified Responsible Partners and Local Government Units. The IC shall directly liaise with the Project’s team of Experts and shall provide technical guidance on the outputs of each component.
The cost of the contract shall cover professional services rendered only, travel costs and necessarily expense at the project sites will be covered by the project.
Duration of the Work
The Consultant shall be engaged for eighteen (18) months commencing from the effectivity of the contract.
Duty Station
Metro Manila. The position is Manila-based for accessibility and availability to allow for discussions/reporting on progress of activities as may be required by the Climate Change Commission – Climate Change Office (CCC - CCO) or UNDP. Domestic travel is contingent on project requirements.
The Consultant will not be required to report to office regularly but status report on the outputs shall be expected from time to time.
Qualifications
The minimum qualifications of the consultant are as follows:
· Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in urban and regional planning, economics, environmental planning, environmental science, meteorology, climatology or related field;
· At least 10 years of proven track record in project management, especially in the area of DRM/DRR, climate change, environmental planning/studies, risk assessment, land use and physical planning, and/or urban and regional planning;
· Working experiences on climate change and disaster risk reduction issues, particularly on mainstreaming efforts;
· Strong familiarity with environmental laws and regulations, and development and land use/physical planning processes and regulations at the national, subnational and local levels;
· Strong communication skills, including demonstrated written and presentation skills and the capacity to relate to both internal and external constituencies of the project; and
· Demonstrated ability to work well in multidisciplinary teams and manage complex tasks
Scope of Price Proposal and Schedule of Payments
As remuneration for services rendered, the consultant shall be paid based on satisfactory submission of the following outputs based on the schedule of tranches:
Deliverables/Outputs
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% of tranches
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Upon signing of the contract
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5%
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Upon submission of the Final Version of the CLUP Supplemental Guidelines
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5%
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Upon submission of the Completion Report of IEC on the climate-enhanced flood hazard maps for Iligan City and CDO City and Terms of Reference and Activity Design for the Regional Forum on the updating of the RPFP
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10%
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Upon submission of the Final draft capacity assessment report for RAPID areas
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10%
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Upon submission of the reviewed climate-smart livelihood strategy for Sendong areas
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10%
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Upon submission of the final report on the ClimEx.db of Iligan City, including at least 2 special studies
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10%
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Upon submission of the First Draft of the Mainstreaming Framework for the CDP Guideline
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10%
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Upon submission of the Final Modules and conduct of climate-smart recovery planning in Pablo areas
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10%
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Upon submission of the Tracer study for capacity building targets of Project Climate Twin Phoenix
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10%
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Upon submission of the Final Technical Report of the River Basin Flood Modeling for Pablo Areas (Boston, Baganga, Cateel and Caraga)
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10%
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Total:
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100%
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Recommended Presentation of Offer
Interested applicants should forward the following:
i. Duly accomplished Letter of Confirmation of Interest and Availability using the UNDP Form
ii. Personal CV or UN history form (P-11)
iii. Covering Letter with a brief description of why the individual considers him/her as the most suitable;
iv. Financial Proposal (see UNDP template)
Criteria for Selection of the Best Offer
The offeror will be rated based on the following criteria:
i. Educational Background – 30%
ii. Work Experience – 40%
iii. Financial Proposal – 20%
A more detailed Terms of References (TOR) is attached in the notice, for your reference. Interested individuals are required to submit their CV, financial proposal (using the template) attached to this notice on or before 13 November 2014 on the address below:
United Nations Development Programme
30th Floor, Yuchengco Tower, RCBC Plaza, 6819 Ayala Avenue corner Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue, Makati City
+63 2 9010200/8897177
procurement.ph@undp.org/registry.ph@undp.org
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