Consultancy: Training on Socioeconomic Benefits for the Pacific

World Meteorological Organization; Pacific (MO); On-site; USD 71,955 - 103,320; Part time

Job summary

The World Meteorological Organization is hiring a consultant for training on socioeconomic benefits in the Pacific. This role involves preparing training materials, delivering in-person training sessions, and ensuring cultural sensitivities are respected. Ideal candidates should have a Master's degree in Economics or related discipline, with at least 10 years of experience in socioeconomic analysis and strong knowledge of climate issues. The position offers a proposed fee of $390 to $560 per day and is remote. Apply online through the WMO e-recruitment system.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years in socioeconomic analysis covering cost benefit analysis.
• Strong knowledge of climate change issues and hydrometeorology.
• Experience engaging with national and international organizations.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of training material tailored to the Pacific context.
• Delivery of a 2-day face-to-face training session in the Pacific region.
• Finalize training material incorporating feedback and submit final reports.

Skills

Socioeconomic analysis

Training delivery

Water resources management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Economics or related field

Job description

CONSULTANCY: TRAINING ON SOCIOECONOMIC BENEFITS FOR THE PACIFIC

VACANCY NOTICE NO: SSA-2025-HYM-WIGOS-I 11
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: 3 October 2025
Recruitment Completed

POST: CONSULTANCY: Training on Socioeconomic Benefits for the Pacific
GRADE: GRADE
Duty Station: N/A
Commencement of Duty: Home-based, Remote
Nature of Appointment: Variable (depending on needs of Department/Division)
Term: 15 working days

ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: Hydrological Monitoring (HYM) Section, WIGOS Division
Infrastructure Department Under WMO. Committed to diversity. Applications welcome from qualified women and men, including those with disabilities. Statutory retirement age 65. Minimum age 18. Maximum age allows serving at least term before mandatory separation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The WMO Strategic Plan 2024-2027 emphasizes the importance of valuing weather, climate, water and related environmental services. It calls for increased support to National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHSs) in assessing and enhancing the socioeconomic benefits (SEB) of their services. The Phase II of the WMO HydroHub project aims to promote SEB awareness in the Pacific through trainings, in line with the joint https://library.wmo.int/idurl/4/54637

Task 1: Preparation of training material

• Review and refine developed presentations and practical exercises (case studies, group work).
• Ensure materials are tailored to the Pacific context.

Task 2: Delivery of face‑to‑face training

• Conduct a 2‑day face‑to‑face training session in the region for selected participants.
• Focus countries: Fiji, Kiribati, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga and Vanuatu.

DELIVERABLES

• Detailed workplan, training agenda and refined outline within 15 days of contract signing.
• Finalized training material incorporating Secretariat feedback within 2 weeks of feedback.
• Delivery of training and submission of final report within 2 weeks after training delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Master’s degree or equivalent (PhD is an asset) in Economics, Environmental Economics or closely related field.

Experience:

• At least 10 years in socioeconomic analysis (e.g. cost benefit analysis).
• Track record of recent engagements and experience delivering trainings/seminars.
• Strong knowledge of water resources management, climate change issues, and hydrometeorology/climate information services.
• Experience engaging with communities and working with national, regional and international organizations, including United Nations.

Other requirements:

• Understanding cultural sensitivities of the region.
• Excellent analytical, capacity development/training and communication skills.
• Experience in the Pacific region is a plus.

Languages: Excellent knowledge of English (oral and written). Knowledge of other official languages of WMO is an advantage. (Official languages: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish.)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Proposed fee: Band C: 390.00 - 560.00 USD per day depending on experience, knowledge and skills.

Focal point email: [e-mail]

Applications should be made online through the WMO e‑recruitment system at https://erecruit.wmo.int/public. Do not send your application via multiple routes. Only applicants in whom WMO has further interest will be contacted.