National Consultant to support the implementation of the certification system for refrigeration and air-conditioning (RAC) technicians

UN Secretariat; Paris; Vor Ort; EUR 58.000 - 78.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

UN Secretariat is seeking a consultant to provide expert advisory support to strengthen Peru's national certification system for RAC technicians, under UNEP's Law Division. The role emphasizes capacity building, curriculum update, and cooperation with national institutions.

The assignment requires an engineering background, relevant environmental experience, and ability to design workshops and training materials. Knowledge of Montreal Protocol and Kigali Amendment is desirable.

Qualifikationen

• Knowledge of Montreal Protocol and Kigali Amendment desirable.
• Experience in environmental management or RAC sector is desirable.
• Experience designing and delivering training workshops is required.

Aufgaben

• Provide technical guidance to Peru's NOU and RAC stakeholders.
• Assist institutions in obtaining authorization as certification centers.
• Develop a national database for technicians, specialists, and trainers.
• Design and facilitate workshops for certification assessments.
• Create informational materials complying with visual identity guidelines.
• Identify institutes/universities for competency-based certification.
• Develop proposals to update syllabi and curricula for training.
• Strengthen capacities of refrigeration instructors and technicians.
• Conduct regular coordination meetings to ensure program compliance.

Jobbeschreibung

Organizational context: The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority, setting the environmental agenda and promoting sustainable development. Its Law Division provides technical assistance to developing countries. This role supports Peru's National Ozone Unit in implementing a national certification system for Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) technicians, as part of the HCFC Phase-out Management Plan.

Job purpose: This consultancy aims to provide expert technical assistance and advisory support to strengthen Peru's national certification system for Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) technicians. The role will contribute to the effective implementation of this system, which is a crucial component of Peru's HCFC Phase-out Management Plan. By reinforcing institutional capacity and ensuring compliance with the Montreal Protocol, the consultant will help Peru meet its environmental obligations and promote sustainable practices within the RAC sector, ultimately supporting the phase-out of ozone-depleting substances and the transition to environmentally sound technologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and support to Peru's National Ozone Unit (NOU) and stakeholders in the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) sector.
• Assist potential institutions in obtaining authorization as certification centers.
• Develop a national database for technicians, specialists, and trainers.
• Design and facilitate workshops for certification assessments.
• Create informational and outreach materials, ensuring compliance with visual identity guidelines.
• Identify and assess national institutes and universities for competency-based certification.
• Develop proposals to update syllabi and curricula for technical training.
• Strengthen the capacities of refrigeration instructors and technicians.
• Conduct regular coordination meetings to ensure compliance with program requirements.

Education

• A first-level university degree in Mechanical, Environmental, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering, or a related technical or environmental field is required.
• A Master's degree in a similar field is also required.
• Knowledge of the Montreal Protocol and its Kigali Amendment is desirable.

Work experience

• At least four years of professional experience in environmental management, solid waste management, circular economy, or refrigeration and air conditioning is desirable.
• Experience in designing and delivering training workshops and developing outreach materials is required.Previous experience with the UN system and knowledge of ozone-depleting chemicals phase-out are assets.

Skills

• Technical guidance and support
• Database development
• Workshop facilitation
• Material development
• Curriculum assessment and development
• Stakeholder coordination
• Knowledge of Montreal Protocol and Kigali Amendment
• Environmental management
• Refrigeration and air conditioning sector knowledge