CONSULTANCY: Support GCF project proposal preparation for the meteorological service of Mauritania (ONM) (SSA-2026-TCU-DPPD-23)

Location: Home Based

Background

A. BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

WMO has been invited to contribute to the preparation and implementation of a GCF SAP project, led by UNIDO, and planned to be submitted at GCF 47th Board (April 2027). This project would support early warning systems in Mauritania, involving the Meteorological Office (ONM), and the hydrological services of the Hydrological and dam directorate (DHB) and National Center for Water Resources (CNRE).

 

Duties and Responsibilities

 

Required Skills and Experience

Education: 

Master’s degree in meteorology, hydrology, climatology, early warning or a related field.

Experience:

Project proposal development with meteorological, hydrological, climatological and early warning services in West Africa, experience with developing GCF proposals an advantage. Project implementation experience in Mauritania is an asset.

Other Requirements: 

The consultant will need to be available as soon as possible to provide inputs at different stages of project preparation.

Languages: 

Excellent knowledge of French and English (both oral and written). Knowledge of other official languages of WMO, including Arabic, would be an advantage.

Salary and Allowances:  PAYBAND:C or D

Additional Information:

Focal point name and email for additional information: Jean-Baptiste Migraine (jbmigraine@wmo.int)

DURATION: 37 days over a period of 8 months

Probation

Possibility of renewal subject to the availability of funds and pending satisfactory performance after an initial probationary period of one year which can be extended up to a maximum of two years.

Applications:

Applications should be made online through the WMO e-recruitment system.

Do not send your application via multiple routes. WMO no longer accepts applications via post or email. Only applicants for whom WMO has a further interest will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit a written test and/or an interview.

Statements:

WMO is committed to achieving diversity and a balanced workforce. Applications are welcome from qualified women and men, including those with disabilities. The statutory retirement age is 65. Pursuant to WMO Standing Instructions, the minimum age to be eligible for consideration for vacant positions is 18, and the maximum age must enable the candidate to serve for at least the term of the contract before reaching mandatory age of separation.

 

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

WMO does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.

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Preparation of a GCF SAP project to support early warning systems in Mauritania.