National Consultant for Air Pollutant Emission Projections - Transport Sector

UN Secretariat; Paris; On-site; EUR 54,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

UN Secretariat in Moldova seeks an experienced consultant to develop and update the transport sector's air pollutant emission inventory and 2040 projections in line with international reporting standards. The role requires a Master’s degree and 9+ years in transport emissions, with fluency in English and Romanian.

The work supports Moldova’s national air pollution programme and ERC alignment. The consultant will apply EMEP/EEA methods, review historical data, and deliver technical reports with

Qualifications

• Master's degree in transport engineering, environmental sciences, mechanical engineering, environmental engineering, or a related field is required.
• A first-level university degree with qualifying experience may be accepted.
• Minimum 9 years of experience in transport emission inventories, vehicle fleet analysis, activity modelling or emissions projections.
• Proficiency in English and Romanian (written and spoken) is essential.
• Experience applying international reporting standards and methodologies for air pollutant inventories is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and update the transport sector's air pollutant emission inventory in NFR tables and develop projections through 2040.
• Review historical emissions, collect and analyse transport activity data, and document assumptions.
• Prepare WM projections, assess against ERCs, and develop WAM projections where necessary.
• Apply EMEP/EEA methodologies and calculate projected emissions by pollutant and NFR category.
• Provide recommendations for transport-related air pollution control and ensure quality assurance.

Skills

Transport emission inventories

Vehicle fleet analysis

Transport activity modelling

Emission projections

Data analysis

Report writing

English proficiency

Romanian proficiency

Education

Master's degree in transport engineering or related field

First-level university degree with qualifying experience

Job description

Organizational context: The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority, promoting sustainable development and acting as an advocate for the environment. UNEP-CCC focuses on supporting developing countries in transitioning to low‑carbon pathways and integrating climate resilience. This role is part of the NDC Partnership Action Fund implementation team in Moldova.

Job purpose: This role is critical for supporting the Government of Moldova in meeting its air quality and climate commitments. The consultant will develop and update the transport sector's air pollutant emission inventory and projections to 2040, adhering to international reporting standards and national energy data. The work is essential for the development of Moldova's 2026–2029 National Air Pollution Control Programme, ensuring alignment with national Emission Reduction Commitments (ERCs) for key air pollutants by 2030 and beyond. The consultant will contribute to the overall goal of reducing air pollution and advancing climate action within the transport sector.

Responsibilities: The primary responsibility is to prepare and update the transport sector's air pollutant emission inventory in the relevant Nomenclature for Reporting (NFR) tables and develop emission projections through 2040. This involves reviewing historical emissions, collecting and analyzing transport activity data, and documenting assumptions. The consultant will prepare 'With Measures' (WM) projections, assess them against national Emission Reduction Commitments (ERCs), and develop 'With Additional Measures' (WAM) projections where necessary. Key tasks include applying EMEP/EEA methodologies, calculating projected emissions by pollutant and NFR category, and providing recommendations for transport‑related air pollution control. The role also involves quality assurance, preparing technical reports, and ensuring consistency with other sectoral consultants.

Education: An advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in transport engineering, environmental sciences, mechanical engineering, environmental engineering, or a related field is required. A first‑level university degree with qualifying experience may be accepted. Proficiency in written and spoken English and Romanian is essential.

Work experience: A minimum of 9 years of experience is required in areas such as transport emission inventories, vehicle fleet analysis, transport activity modelling, or emission projections. Experience in applying international reporting standards and methodologies for air pollutant emission inventories is crucial.

Skills: Transport emission inventories, Vehicle fleet analysis, Transport activity modelling, Emission projections, Data analysis, Report writing, English and Romanian language proficiency.

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