Responsibilities
In collaboration with the Platform Director and
Senior Strategic Advisor, develop a comprehensive action plan for the
implementation of terms of reference within the duration of the contract.
In collaboration with the Platform Director and
Senior Strategic Advisor, develop criteria for the selection of critical
stakeholders for the CBD and UNCCD CoPs.
Undertake desk research on the publicly available
information on the CBD and UNCCD COP priorities of identified country
stakeholders and partners.
Based on the findings of the desk assessments, in
consultation with key internal stakeholders, develop questionnaires and
undertake in-depth interviews with selected critical stakeholders to:
Understand the key successes and challenges facing
identified countries in the implementation of biodiversity and desertification
commitments.
Ascertain a more detailed understanding of country and other stakeholder priorities for negotiations at COPs 16 of CBD and UNCCD
Identify topics of interest under negotiations at the
COPs which could benefit from CGIAR positions and the key entry points in the
negotiations where these issues will be addressed.
Make recommendations on possible joint engagement
opportunities.
Develop a report on priorities of identified critical
country stakeholders and global partners and ensure it is updated periodically,
ensuring a robust process of policy advocacy intelligence analysis.
In collaboration with center engagement experts, and
based on feedback on intelligence gathered, develop a CGIAR advocacy plan for
engagement at CDB and UNCCD, with clear proposed activities, deadlines and
goals, and coordinate its delivery.
Requirements
Master’s degree in social science, political science,
international studies, or other related field
At least 7 years of progressively responsible
professional experience
Experience in supporting global advocacy in
international decision-making processes
Experience undertaking assessments of stakeholder
priorities, identification of entry points for advocacy,
Experience in preparing high quality analytical
reviews/ assessments
Experience in developing/ coordinating development of
advocacy plans, preferably with international organizations and large
international NGOs.
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