Project Delivery Support Consultant

Please note that the deadline is based on Korean Standard Time Zone (KST, UTC+9)

INTRODUCTION TO GGGI
The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page.

PROJECT BACKGROUND
GGGI works with countries around the world, building their capacity and working collaboratively on green policies that can impact the lives of millions. The Government of Nepal (GoN) became the 44th member country of GGGI on October 23, 2022. In Nepal, GGGI is delivering its activities through GGGI Nepal Country Office.

GGGI Nepal is currently involved in various projects, one of which is the SET4NPL project. SET4NPL is supported by Mitigation Action Facility and implemented by GGGI and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH. The project's goal is to sustainably transform Nepal’s public transportation sector and create significant environmental, health, and mobility benefits. The project aims to roll out approximately 3,500 electric Mini and micro-buses (EMBs) and depot charging stations nationally over five years, contributing significantly to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Primary government counterparts for this project include the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport (MoPIT), the Ministry of Finance (MoF), the Ministry of Forests and Environment (MoFE), and Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA). Another major objective of the SET4NPL project is to enhance the capacity of stakeholders in Nepal’s transport sector, including GoN counterparts and the private sector through various capacity building activities and policy support.

CURRENT OPPORTUNITY
Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is seeking a Project Delivery Support Consultant (hereinafter referred to as “Consultant”) as part of the institution’s ongoing implementation of the Sustainable Electric Transport for Nepal (SET4NPL) project funded by the Mitigation Action Facility. The Consultant shall provide overarching support to the capacity building activities of the project majorly through coordination, management support, documentation, and reporting.

GENERAL OBJECTIVE
The primary objective of this consultancy is to support the project team in the activities related to enhancing the capacity of transport sector stakeholders.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVE
To support effective coordination and management of operations, contracts, and vendors related to capacity building activities.
To ensure quality and consistency in documentation, reporting, and knowledge products.
To support the design and implementation of events and workshops.
To support other tasks related to overall project management
The consultant under this ToR shall be involved in the capacity development activities of the SET4NPL project.

SCOPE OF WORK
The scope of work of this consultancy includes:

Support in contract and deliverable management of outsourcing (firms) that are/will be on board for various capacity development activities.
Event planning and coordination including preparation of concept notes and invitations, progress tracking, vendor management, and event day supervision.
Support in the preparation of reports, training/event proceedings, Expression of Interests (EOI), Terms of References (ToRs), and other project documents.
Preparation of minutes and key takeaways of important meetings, workshops, and other events.
Identify content for regular reporting, knowledge sharing and communication products in collaboration with the project team.
The consultant will work with the GGGI staff involved in the SET4NPL project and will report to the Project Manager. As part of his/her duties, he/she will be instructed by the capacity development team.
The consultant shall primarily work with the project manager and the capacity development team.

EXPERTISE RREQUIRED
Bachelor’s degree (with minimum of 4 years of work experience) or a master’s degree (with two years of work experience) in energy, transport, electric mobility, environmental science, or related fields.
Minimum 2 years of working experience in an international organization, NGO, consultancy or government linked to project management or capacity building.
Proven experience of coordinating meetings, events, project tasks, or similar activities.
Proven ability to write reports, proceedings, and formal communication effectively.
Experience of contract management is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience in stakeholder coordination.
Strong organizational and coordination skills and attention to detail.
Ability to develop structured reports, meeting summaries, and outreach materials.
Ability to work professionally with government agencies and private sector stakeholders.
Excellent written and spoken Nepali and English.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1) Applicants must submit the following documents to GGGI:

Cover letter, CV, and example of at least one factsheet, reports, article, proceedings or other write-up samples for which the candidate was the lead author or developer in previous roles or assignments.
Successful candidates must be a national or resident of Nepal and be able to receive payments in the country.
2) The date to close is Korean Standard Time (KST). Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered application. Cover Letter, and CV must be sent in English. A consortium, or a firm may not be engaged for the individual consultant's assignment.
3) The position might be a full-time consultant or a part time consultant based on the needs of Nepal country office.