National Prosopis and Invasive species expert

II.      Organizational Context

II. Objectives / Scope of Work

1.1  Situation Analysis and Baseline Assessment

·       Undertake comprehensive review of existing national and sub-national policies, regulations, and programs related to invasive species, with a specific focus on Prosopis.

·       Synthesize existing scientific data, reports, and literature on the status and impact of Prosopis in Somalia, including its geographical distribution, socio-economic impacts on communities, and ecological effects on local ecosystems.

·       Identify key gaps in knowledge and institutional capacity for Prosopis management.

1.2  Development of a National Strategy and Action Plan

·       Lead the conceptualization and drafting of a National Strategy for Prosopis Management and Control. The strategy should include, but not be limited to:

§  Vision, goals, and specific objectives.

§  Identification of priority areas for intervention (e.g., control, eradication, utilization).

§  Proposed management approaches (e.g., mechanical, biological, chemical, and integrated methods).

§  Legal and policy recommendations to support the strategy’s implementation.

§  Measures for raising public awareness and promoting community participation.

§  Resource mobilization and financing mechanisms.

§  A monitoring and evaluation framework.

o   Develop a detailed Action Plan with a clear timeline, assigned responsibilities, and key performance indicators (KPIs) for each strategic objective.

1.3  Multi-Stakeholder Engagement and Dialogue:

·       Design and organize a series of multi-stakeholder dialogues, workshops, and consultations with relevant government ministries (e.g., MoECC, Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Water), research institutions, NGOs, community-based organizations, and affected communities.

·       Facilitate these dialogues to gather diverse perspectives, build consensus, and ensure the strategy and action plan are informed by local knowledge and priorities.

·       Incorporate feedback from all stakeholders into the final strategy and action plan documents.

1.4  Finalization and Submission of Documents:

·       Prepare and submit a detailed inception report outlining the methodology, work plan, and timeline.

·       Draft and present the National Strategy for Prosopis Management and Control.

·       Draft and present the detailed Action Plan.

·       Submit a final comprehensive report summarizing the entire consultancy process, key findings, and recommendations.

• Inception Report: Outlining the detailed work plan and methodology.
• Draft National Strategy for Prosopis Management and Control: For review by MoECC and stakeholders.
• Draft National Action Plan: For review by MoECC and stakeholders.
• Final National Strategy and Action Plan: Incorporating all feedback from stakeholders.
• Final Consultancy Report: Documenting the process, outcomes, and recommendations.

Master Degree in in a relevant field such as Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Forestry, Agriculture, Development Studies, or a related discipline.

Experience and Skills:

·        A minimum 5 years of professional experience in natural resource management, invasive species control, or a related field.

·        Demonstrated experience in developing national or regional strategies and action plans.

·        Demonstrated experience in GCF-funded projects and in-depth knowledge of Prosopis and other invasive species management in Somalia

·        Experience in organizing and facilitating multi-stakeholder workshops and dialogues.

·        Prior experience working with government ministries, international organizations, and local communities in Somalia is a strong asset.

Languages:

·       Fluency in English and working knowledge of Somali are required