The consultant under the CT-GSP will be engaged to provide technical assistance and capacity building to developing countries in their transition to the Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF) as outlined in the Paris Agreement. Their expertise will primarily focus on greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory, training on the use of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Inventory Software, with a particular focus for the Agriculture, Forestry and Land Use sector, as well as capacity-building for Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) tracking including facilitating understanding of common reporting tables and understanding the modalities, procedures, and guidelines associated with the ETF. The main objectives of the consultancy are as follows:
- To enhance the capacity of developing countries in preparing accurate and comprehensive GHG inventories.
- To provide trainings on proficiently utilizing the IPCC inventory software for efficient GHG inventory management.
- To provide technical support and guidance for developing countries in tracking and reporting on their NDC progress.
- To facilitate training sessions on the preparation of common reporting tables ensuring consistency in reporting.
- To facilitate the understanding and implementation of the modalities, procedures, and guidelines set out in the Enhanced Transparency Framework.
The consultant will undertake the following activities:
- Develop tailored training courses and materials for compiling GHG inventories, incorporating best practices and data collection methodologies.
- Conduct hands-on training sessions on the use of the IPCC Inventory Software, assisting participants in mastering inventory management and reporting.
- Organize training workshops to familiarize countries with Common Reporting Tables and software, enabling consistent and accurate data reporting.
- Collaborate with national experts to guide the development of accurate and comprehensive GHG inventories in the AFOLU sector as well as other sectors as applicable, ensuring adherence to MPGs and 2006 IPCC guidelines.
- Facilitate workshops on effective NDC tracking mechanisms, including data collection, analysis, and reporting techniques.
- Conduct training sessions to elucidate Modalities, Procedures, and Guidelines associated with the Enhanced Transparency Framework, clarifying reporting timelines, data transparency, and review processes.
Application deadline: 12/11/2026
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