GHG Inventory Specialist (AFOLU)

UN Secretariat; Paris; On-site; EUR 111,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) in Paris offers a consultancy to strengthen GHG inventories in the AFOLU sector for developing countries, using IPCC Inventory Software and ETF guidance. The role focuses on capacity-building and training delivery to ensure alignment with MPGs and Paris Agreement transparency rules.

Responsibilities include creating tailored training materials, conducting hands-on IPCC software sessions, organizing reporting workshops, and collaborating with

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant field required; Bachelor’s with additional experience acceptable.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in GHG inventories and AFOLU.
• Experience with IPCC 2006 guidelines and inventory software.
• Experience with international climate reporting standards and ETF.
• Proven capacity-building and training delivery skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop tailored training courses and materials for compiling GHG inventories.
• Conduct hands-on training sessions on the IPCC Inventory Software.
• Organise workshops on Common Reporting Tables and software.
• Collaborate with national experts to guide AFOLU inventories and other sectors.
• Facilitate workshops on ETF, MPGs, data reporting timelines and review processes.
• Provide support for institutional arrangements and transparency systems.
• Deliver five country-specific training concept notes, materials and final reports.

Skills

GHG inventory methodologies

IPCC 2006 guidelines

international climate reportingStandR\

training delivery

English communication

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years relevant experience

Tools

IPCC Inventory Software

Job description

Organizational context: The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority. UNEP-CCC supports developing countries in transitioning to low-carbon development and integrating climate resilience. The Climate Transparency – Global Support Programme (CT-GSP), funded by GEF and co-implemented by UNEP and UNDP, assists countries in complying with the Paris Agreement's Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF).

Job purpose: This consultancy aims to provide technical assistance and capacity building to developing countries to enhance their capabilities in preparing accurate and comprehensive Greenhouse Gas (GHG) inventories, particularly within the Agriculture, Forestry, and Other Land Use (AFOLU) sector. The role involves training on the use of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Inventory Software and supporting countries in tracking their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement's Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF). The objective is to facilitate understanding and implementation of the ETF, including Modalities, Procedures, and Guidelines (MPGs), ensuring consistent and accurate reporting.

Responsibilities: Develop tailored training courses and materials for compiling GHG inventories, incorporating best practices and data collection methodologies. Conduct hands‑on training sessions on the IPCC Inventory Software for inventory management and reporting. Organise workshops on Common Reporting Tables and software to ensure consistent data reporting. Collaborate with national experts to guide the development of accurate GHG inventories in the AFOLU sector and other relevant sectors, adhering to MPGs and 2006 IPCC guidelines. Facilitate workshops on effective NDC tracking mechanisms, including data collection, analysis, and reporting. Conduct training sessions on the ETF, MPGs, clarifying reporting timelines, data transparency, and review processes. Provide support for setting up and implementing institutional arrangements and transparency systems. Deliver five country‑specific training concept notes, materials, and final training reports.

Education: An advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Natural Resource Management, Forest Management, Environmental Science, Climate Policy, or a related field is required. A Bachelor’s degree with two additional years of relevant experience may be accepted.

Work experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in GHG inventory methodologies, using IPCC 2006 guidelines and inventory software, or international climate reporting standards, with a focus on the AFOLU sector. Proven international experience in technical review of national GHG inventories under UNFCCC is required. Experience in capacity‑building and delivering training programs on ETF, MPGs, and GHG inventories is desirable.

Skills: Expertise in GHG inventory methodologies, IPCC 2006 guidelines, and IPCC Inventory Software. Experience with international climate reporting standards and the Paris Agreement's Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF). Proven capacity‑building and training delivery skills. Excellent verbal and written communication in English. Familiarity with AFOLU sector reporting is desirable.

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