HCFC Phase‑Out Management Plan Consultant (Stage III) – Iraq & Kuwait

About the role

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks an experienced consultant to develop the HCFC Phase‑Out Management Plan (HPMP) Stage III for Iraq and Kuwait. The consultant will produce two comprehensive project documents that align with each country’s Montreal Protocol obligations and support the transition to low‑GWP, energy‑efficient cooling technologies.

Key responsibilities

• Draft overarching HCFC phase‑out strategies for Iraq and Kuwait, tailored to national circumstances.
• Provide policy recommendations to strengthen regulatory enforcement and promote ozone‑friendly alternatives.
• Facilitate and document stakeholder consultation meetings in both countries.
• Design templates and methodologies for data collection, verification, and reporting.
• Develop technical interventions and implementation roadmaps, including timelines, responsibilities, cost estimates, and funding needs.
• Prepare complete draft and final HPMP Stage III documents compliant with Multilateral Fund Secretariat requirements.

Required profile

• Proven experience in environmental policy or project management related to HCFC phase‑out or ozone‑depleting substances.
• Familiarity with the Montreal Protocol and Multilateral Fund processes.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate with national ozone units and stakeholders.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.

Required skills