Biodiversity Finance Expert for NBSAP Update-7th NR Project
| For : | Cambodian Only |
| Categories : | Banking / Finance, Economics, Resources & Environment, Social Work |
| Schedule : | Full time job |
| Sex : | Male, Female |
| Language : | Khmer, English |
| Location : | Phnom Penh |
| Hiring : | 1 Position |
| Closing Date : | 10th February 2026 |
| Salary : |
Negotiable
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| Experience : | Minimum 5 years |
| Degree : | Ph.D. |
Ministry of Environment (MoE) in collaboration with UNDP Cambodia is implementing a programme framework consisting two global initiatives; namely (1) National Biodiversity Strategic Action Plan (NBSAP) Update and the 7th National Reports Project; and (2) Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN) II project.
This Global Programme will support countries in revising and updating their National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAPs) in order to align with the recently agreed upon Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework and enable effective implementation of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and the Kunming Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework at the national level. In addition, this grant supports countries in preparing and submitting their 7th National Report on the implementation of the Convention on Biological Diversity and the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.
BIOFIN is a global programme that develops, pilots and is continuedly improving a methodology to measure existing biodiversity expenditure, assess finance need, and develop plan for use finance tools and solution for biodiversity management in 40 countries. Cambodia has achieved a number of results during the BIOFIN first phase (2018-2022), namely Policy and Institutional Review (PIR), the Biodiversity Expenditure Review (BER), the Finance Needs Assessment (FNA), the Biodiversity Finance Plan (BFP), and the three Finance Solutions for the implementation of prioritized finance solutions. BIOFIN II will carry out a continuous assessment to update the reports of BER, FNA and implement the project under the finance solutions. The three finance solutions and the capacity building on biodiversity finance will be implemented:
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- Technical Expertise
- Provide technical support to the NBSAP Update & 7th National Report project and national BIOFIN Team;
- Conduct identification on data and information provision, expert review and verification for the delivery of technical studies, reports and products;
- Support the Project Coordinator to elaborate/revise work plan, reporting schedule and budgets;
- Provide substantive support to the deliveries of the national consultants and experts in the rapid review and updating of the NBSAP, alignment of the biodiversity targets and policy and institutional alignment and coherence to the post 2020 GBF, including technical tools, and guidance;
- Oversee the update of the Biodiversity Finance Needs Assessment;
- Oversee the update of the Biodiversity Finance Plan;
- Support technical assistance to the deliveries of the national consultants and experts under BIOFIN project;
- Supervise the work of national experts and institutions to ensure that outputs are delivered on time, on budget, and to high quality standards; and
- Provide technical support to national consultant on implementing finance solutions, including ecotourism, payment for ecosystem services, Blue Carbon initiative.
- Project Outreach and Communication
- Preparation of workshops, meetings, consultations, networking and presentations as required, to complete parts the Policy and Institutional Review and engage stakeholders;
- Provide comments and feedback on the process of the GBF and BIOFIN methodology and project effectiveness;
- Ensure collaboration of relevant stakeholders on data and information provision, expert review and verification; and
- Work with national and international counterparts, NGOs and other groups to ensure effective coordination and communication of NBSAP Update & 7th National Report project and BIOFIN objectives and activities.
- Knowledge Management and Reporting
- Support the preparation and publication of the of the updating NBSAP for submission to MoE and UNCBD;
- Support report writing and document preparation, such as policy and information notes to communicate GBF and BIOFIN objectives and results to key stakeholders;
- Document lessons learned from the implementation of GBF and the BIOFIN ranging from institutional considerations to technical issues;
- Support the preparation of reports and case studies, as required, for submission to global meetings (e.g. UNCBD COP) and donor reports; and
- Support the development reports and knowledge products for the projects.
- Khmer - Fluent
- English - Good
- Bachelor's Degree in environmental economics, financial management, or natural/environmental sciences, social sciences or other related fields.
- Phd in in related field is a plus.
- At least of relevant experience in sustainable financing for biodiversity conservation and natural resource management, community livelihood development for 5 years
- Exposure to environmental issues or biodiversity at policy level;
- Experience in preparing or supporting public budget/finance policies and legal and regulatory frameworks for biodiversity, natural resource management is an asset;
- Experience in preparing and/or formulating financial needs assessment, costing of policies/plans/programmes, and financial sustainability/resource mobilization plan is an asset;
- Prior experience with MoE, and UNDP projects would be an asset;
- Experience in collaborating with international and national experts and institutions;
- Strong analytical, writing and communication skills; and
- Sound understanding of key software packages (MS Office).
- Able to gather and process data and information;
- Writes clearly professional correspondence adequately;
- Works toward creative solutions by analysing problems carefully and logically;
- Excellent verbal and writing communication skills in Khmer and good knowledge in English.
- Highly organized person, sets priorities, produces quality outputs, meets deadlines and manages time efficiently;
- Ability to maintain overview in complex work situations, self-starter;
- Excellent interpersonal skills to network among the national team and beyond to other national institutions;
- Shares knowledge and is willing to provide support to others who request advice or help;
- Maintains professional relationships with supervisors, co-workers and clients.
Interest individual should submit a cover letter, CV and support reference no later than the closing date to the Department of Biodiversity, Ministry of Environment, and/or email provided in the contact details. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.
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| Company : | NBSAP Update-7th NR Project |
| Email : | hokkheangsor9@gmail.com |
| Address : | Morodok Techo Building (Lot 503), Sangkat Tonle Basak, Khan Chamkar Mon, Phnom Penh, Cambodia |
