National Consultant for NBSAP and 7th National Report Publication for NBSAP Update-7th NR Project
| For : | Cambodian Only |
| Categories : | Any major |
| Schedule : | Full time job |
| Sex : | Male, Female |
| Language : | Khmer, English |
| Location : | Phnom Penh |
| Hiring : | 1 Position |
| Closing Date : | 26th May 2026 |
| Salary : |
Negotiable
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| Experience : | Minimum 10 years |
| Degree : | Ph.D. |
Cambodia is currently updating its National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) with financial support from the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and implementation support from UNDP. The country has demonstrated sustained commitment to biodiversity conservation over the past three decades. Since ratifying the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in 1995, Cambodia has developed and updated its NBSAP twice—first in 2002 and subsequently in 2016—aligning national priorities with the global Aichi Biodiversity Targets. These strategic frameworks have guided national conservation efforts by providing a structured direction for the protection of ecosystems, species, and genetic resources.
Following the adoption of the Kunming–Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KM-GBF) in 2022, Cambodia has prepared its third NBSAP to align national actions with the global biodiversity targets for 2030 and contribute to the long-term vision of living in harmony with nature.
In parallel with the NBSAP update, Cambodia has prepared its Seventh National Report (7NR) to the CBD, in fulfilment of its reporting obligations under Article 26 of the Convention. Building on previous national reports, the 7NR presents Cambodia’s progress in implementing the CBD and the KM-GBF, assesses national targets and indicators, documents key achievements and challenges, and contributes to global monitoring of progress toward the 2030 biodiversity goals. The report also demonstrates alignment with relevant national legal and policy frameworks, including the Pentagonal Strategy Phase I, the Code on Environment and Natural Resources, the Circular Strategy on Environment, the Cambodia Sustainable Development Goals (CSDGs), the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement, and the Long-Term Strategy for Carbon Neutrality (LTS4CN).
- The finalization of Cambodia’s 7NR and NBSAP will be undertaken through close collaboration between the national consultant and the international expert. The two roles are complementary: the national consultant draft the 7th National Report, leads in-country coordination, data synthesis, and stakeholder engagement, while the international expert provides technical backstopping, quality assurance, and alignment with global CBD and KM-GBF reporting standards. The followings are the primary responsibility of the national consultant:
- Lead coordination with MoE, NCSD, TWG-Biodiversity, and national stakeholders;
- Further compile and analyse biodiversity data and indicators from national and sub-national sources;
- Further map national indicators to KM-GBF targets and assess progress toward national biodiversity goals;
- Compile main sections of the 7NR in line with CBD reporting templates for formal printed copy;
- Facilitate and conduct stakeholder consultations and validation workshops as well produce the reports/proceeding/BTO memos;
- Integrate feedback from stakeholders and national reviewers into the report; and
- Support translation, editing, and final formatting for submission where required.
- English - Fluent
- Khmer - Fluent
- Phd in biodiversity conservation, environmental science, natural resource management, environmental policy, or a closely related field is preferred
- Master's Degree in one of these fields will be considered if combined with strong, demonstrated professional experience
- At least of relevant professional experience in biodiversity planning, environmental policy, protected areas management, climate change research or conservation project implementation for 10 years
- Demonstrated experience working with national biodiversity strategies, action plans, or related frameworks (e.g., NBSAP, CBD, SDGs, KM-GBF).
- Be familiar with UNCBD online reporting platform
- Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, particularly with government agencies, civil society, Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs), and/or the private sector.
- Familiarity with national policy and institutional landscapes related to biodiversity, environment, and sustainable development in Cambodia.
- Prior experience contributing to international environmental commitments or biodiversity reporting is an asset.
- Able to gather and process data and information.
- Writes clearly professional correspondence adequately.
- 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.
- Works toward creative solutions by analysing problems carefully and logically.
- Maintains professional relationships with supervisors, co-workers and clients.
Interested individual should submit a cover letter, CV and support reference no later than the closing date (5:00 PM) 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.
Thanks, From Khmer Online Jobs Team
| Company : | NBSAP Update-7th NR Project |
| Contact Name : | Department of Biodiversity, Ministry of Environment |
| Email : | sothearasuos@gmail.com |
| Address : | Third floor, Morodok Techo Building (Lot 503), Sangkat Tonle Basak, Khan Chamkar Mon, Phnom Penh, Cambodia |
