National Consultant PAGE Morocco Finance and Climate Risk

Result of Service

The consultant’s services will result in the development of analytical inputs, coordination outputs, and knowledge products that support the Government of Morocco in integrating climate risk considerations into national investment and financing frameworks. Specifically, the consultant will contribute to the national diagnostic study, facilitate stakeholder consultations, and support the pilot application of a climate risk assessment methodology with the FM6I. The outcomes will serve as a foundation for scaling the approach across other Moroccan financial institutions. The national consultant will collaborate closely with the international consultant recruited by UNEP to ensure coherence, alignment with national policy frameworks, and effective stakeholder engagement. The consultant’s work will contribute to the implementation of PAGE in Morocco and support UNEP’s “Finance and Economic Transformation,” “Nature,” and “Biodiversity” programmes, reinforcing national capacities for green and climate-resilient finance.

Work Location

Remote

Expected duration

5 months

Duties and Responsibilities

UNEP is the voice of the environment within the United Nations system. UNEP acts as a catalyst, advocate, educator and facilitator to promote the sound use of the environment and sustainable development. Located within the Industry and Economy Division, the Economics and Finance Branch examine how the economy, trade and finance interact with the environment and contribute to sustainable development at the local, national, regional and global levels. Based in Geneva, the Division leads the Green Economy Initiative to help countries integrate environmental considerations into their economic and trade policies. The Economic and Fiscal Policy Unit (EFPU), under the Economics and Finance of UNEP’s Industry and Economy Division, supports countries in advancing sustainable finance frameworks and economic policy reforms aligned with climate, nature, and pollution objectives. Under the Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE), UNEP provides technical assistance to governments to strengthen green fiscal policy, sustainable finance instruments, and enabling frameworks for economic transformation. The specific tasks, duties and responsibilities of the National Consultant include the following: •Collect data, national documents and other relevant documents necessary for the preparation of the study. •Carry out the diagnostic study of FM6I's current climate practices. •Prepare the review of good practices and lessons to be learned from other relevant Moroccan financial institutions and the specificities of the Moroccan context relevant to the development by the FM6I of an ESG strategy integrating climate risks. •Review the draft diagnostic study and international best practices and lessons learned prepared by the international consultant and contribute substantially to it through modifications and comments. •Review the draft methodology for the systematic assessment and management of climate risks prepared by the international consultant and contribute substantially through modifications and comments. •Facilitate the organization of monthly meetings with UNEP and PAGE Morocco on the progress of the study and facilitate effective communication with national stakeholders on the progress of the work. •Facilitate consultations with FM6I on the review and revision of the first draft of the study and the collection of their comments. •Organize in collaboration with the international consultant the training for FM6I staff on the subject of climate risk integration. •Organize in collaboration with FM6I the pilot implementation of the methodology on at least 3 investment projects and produce a report with aggregated data by sector. The pilot implementation will include projects in vulnerable sectors (agriculture, water, energy, coastal infrastructure), in order to produce usable lessons for both PNSA version 2 and the future Biennial Transparency Report (RBT).

Qualifications/special skills

Master's degree or higher in finance, economics, social and environmental corporate responsibility, climate science, or related field. (required) -A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience In-depth knowledge of economic and financial dynamics, the regulatory context, and sustainable development and climate risk issues in Morocco is required. (required) Professional experience in producing relevant analysis for the financial sector, and particularly for institutional investors. (desired) -Experience in the design and delivery of customized training and advice on the topic of climate risks. (desired) -Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and generate actionable insights. (desired) -A commitment to the principles and goals of sustainable development. (desired)

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Arabic and Moroccan Berber are the official languages of the Kingdom of Morocco. For the position advertised, fluency in English and French, both oral and written, is required. Knowledge of Arabic (desired) is considered an asset.

Additional Information

Not available.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.