Environmental Incentives
Team Lead consultant, Madagascar 118/119 Tropical Forest and Biodiversity Analys
Environmental Incentives, South Lake Tahoe, California, United States, 96153
OPPORTUNITYThe Improving Design, Evidence, and Learning (IDEAL) mechanism is looking for a consultant to lead a 118/119 Tropical Forest and Biodiversity Analysis for the USAID Mission for Madagascar.PURPOSE & NEEDAs required by sections 118 and 119 of the Foreign Assistance Act, as amended, the analysis will examine the country-level tropical forest and biodiversity conservation needs and the extent to which USAID/Madagascar is currently or is planning to address the actions necessary to conserve and sustainably manage tropical forests and biodiversity to comply with the Congressional mandate. The analysis aims to assist USAID/Madagascar in comprehending the status of biodiversity and forest resources, as well as their significance to outcomes in various development sectors. It will delve into the socio-economic, institutional, and policy factors influencing these natural assets. Recommendations resulting from this analysis will offer tangible examples of how biodiversity and conservation efforts align with current and proposed development objectives, spanning areas such as food security, health, democracy, human rights and governance, economic growth, conflict prevention and mitigation, and climate change adaptation and mitigation.About Environmental IncentivesEnvironmental Incentives' Mission is to enhance the environments that sustain healthy communities. We empower public and private sector leaders to maximize the effectiveness of their conservation and development programs. Our clients trust us to design and support implementation of programs that (1) use evidence to develop effective strategies within complex systems, (2) center local stakeholder experiences and facilitate collective action, and (3) produce results that support learning about what works. Environmental Incentives is a certified B Corporation with offices located in Washington, DC, South Lake Tahoe, San Diego, Nairobi, and Lima (pending registration). Our remote staff and consultants are based in multiple states within the United States, and across five continents.CONSULTANCY DESCRIPTIONEnvironmental Incentives is seeking a senior level Biodiversity or Natural Resources Management Specialist to serve as Team Leader (TL) for this 118/119 analysis. Environmental Incentives will manage this consultancy, and the TL will be the technical lead of a team of in-country experts to develop and finalize the analysis and all client deliverables, with technical and management support from Environmental Incentives. The TL will provide high-level strategic planning and insights for the analysis, coordinate with the team, lead the development of a work plan, guide stakeholder consultations and collection of qualitative data obtained by the team during site visits, lead the synthesis of preliminary findings, and develop the draft and final analysis reports in accordance with approved outlines and quality standards.
The assignment will be for an estimated 45-55 working days.
The period of performance will begin as early as late June and conclude by the end of October or November of 2024.RESPONSIBILITIESThe Team Lead will:Coordinate and lead planning, development, analysis, and reporting for the 118/119 analysis in collaboration with IDEAL and local experts.Serve as the primary point of contact between the analysis team and external stakeholders, including counterparts from USAID/Washington, USAID/Madagascar, and IDEAL project leadership.Lead consultations with U.S.-based and in-country stakeholders as needed.Coordinate analysis and synthesis of data from in-country consultations, site visits, and secondary literature review and datasets as necessary to respond to 118/119 report objectives, with support from IDEAL.Present preliminary findings at a virtual or in-person exit briefing upon the conclusion of the team's in-country site visits.Lead the development of the draft and final Analysis Reports, and any supplemental technical annexes, in accordance with an approved template and outline.Participate in regularly scheduled meetings throughout the activity lifetime and maintain clear communication with the analysis team, IDEAL staff, and USAID counterparts as needed.Present findings to USAID/Madagascar staff on key findings.QUALIFICATIONSMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in biology, ecology, zoology, forestry, ecosystem conservation, political ecology, environmental policy or planning, or a closely related field; and at least 16 years relevant experience OR Master's degree in biology, ecology, zoology, forestry, ecosystem conservation, political ecology, environmental policy or planning, or a closely related field; and at least 14 years relevant experience.Subject expertise in one or more of the following: USAID policy and planning, biodiversity, forestry, wildlife, environmental governance, inland, marine, and coastal ecosystems, agriculture and land use, and livelihoods.Experience drawing linkages between tropical forest and biodiversity conservation efforts and programming in other key development sectors.Knowledge of USAID's strategic planning process, both broadly and as related to tropical forests and biodiversity.Experience coordinating analyses and leading multi-cultural teams.Excellent communication, analytical, and presentation skills, both written and verbal in English.Ability and willingness to travel to Madagascar for up to three weeks.Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.Preferred QualificationsExperience working in Madagascar, or regional familiarity with biodiversity conservation issues.Demonstrated experience conducting 118/119 analyses.Knowledge of deforestation trends and deforestation analysis.Broad understanding of geospatial perspectives to inform development priorities and planning.Knowledge of the USAID Program Cycle.Proficiency in Malagasy and/or French is preferred but not required.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSAbility to travel to Madagascar, for up to three weeks.BASE STATIONThe position will be
Remote, with anticipated travel to Madagascar.HOW TO APPLYPlease submit your application by
August 30, 2024.
We will review CVs on a rolling basis and contact qualified candidates for additional information.ABOUT IDEALIn programming more than $750 million each year in biodiversity and climate change funds, USAID's decisions shape outcomes for irreplaceable ecosystems and the communities that depend on them worldwide. The Improving Design, Evidence, and Learning (IDEAL) contract provides support for all stages of the Program Cycle for USAID biodiversity and climate change programming at USAID and improves the Agency's ability to design, monitor, evaluate, and learn from programs with sustainable and impactful results.During this five-year activity, IDEAL supports USAID's programs to apply adaptive management decisions, generate and apply evidence, and apply learning to support better programming decisions. With expertise combining technical environment skills and organizational development and learning, IDEAL facilitates high-quality decision-making, increases evidence generation and use, and nurtures a culture of applied learning across the Agency.ENVIRONMENTAL INCENTIVES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERWe are committed to developing an inclusive work environment for all employees, where diversity of thought, style, culture, and skill is valued in support of individual performance and potential, as well as our business goals and mission. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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The assignment will be for an estimated 45-55 working days.
The period of performance will begin as early as late June and conclude by the end of October or November of 2024.RESPONSIBILITIESThe Team Lead will:Coordinate and lead planning, development, analysis, and reporting for the 118/119 analysis in collaboration with IDEAL and local experts.Serve as the primary point of contact between the analysis team and external stakeholders, including counterparts from USAID/Washington, USAID/Madagascar, and IDEAL project leadership.Lead consultations with U.S.-based and in-country stakeholders as needed.Coordinate analysis and synthesis of data from in-country consultations, site visits, and secondary literature review and datasets as necessary to respond to 118/119 report objectives, with support from IDEAL.Present preliminary findings at a virtual or in-person exit briefing upon the conclusion of the team's in-country site visits.Lead the development of the draft and final Analysis Reports, and any supplemental technical annexes, in accordance with an approved template and outline.Participate in regularly scheduled meetings throughout the activity lifetime and maintain clear communication with the analysis team, IDEAL staff, and USAID counterparts as needed.Present findings to USAID/Madagascar staff on key findings.QUALIFICATIONSMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in biology, ecology, zoology, forestry, ecosystem conservation, political ecology, environmental policy or planning, or a closely related field; and at least 16 years relevant experience OR Master's degree in biology, ecology, zoology, forestry, ecosystem conservation, political ecology, environmental policy or planning, or a closely related field; and at least 14 years relevant experience.Subject expertise in one or more of the following: USAID policy and planning, biodiversity, forestry, wildlife, environmental governance, inland, marine, and coastal ecosystems, agriculture and land use, and livelihoods.Experience drawing linkages between tropical forest and biodiversity conservation efforts and programming in other key development sectors.Knowledge of USAID's strategic planning process, both broadly and as related to tropical forests and biodiversity.Experience coordinating analyses and leading multi-cultural teams.Excellent communication, analytical, and presentation skills, both written and verbal in English.Ability and willingness to travel to Madagascar for up to three weeks.Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.Preferred QualificationsExperience working in Madagascar, or regional familiarity with biodiversity conservation issues.Demonstrated experience conducting 118/119 analyses.Knowledge of deforestation trends and deforestation analysis.Broad understanding of geospatial perspectives to inform development priorities and planning.Knowledge of the USAID Program Cycle.Proficiency in Malagasy and/or French is preferred but not required.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSAbility to travel to Madagascar, for up to three weeks.BASE STATIONThe position will be
Remote, with anticipated travel to Madagascar.HOW TO APPLYPlease submit your application by
August 30, 2024.
We will review CVs on a rolling basis and contact qualified candidates for additional information.ABOUT IDEALIn programming more than $750 million each year in biodiversity and climate change funds, USAID's decisions shape outcomes for irreplaceable ecosystems and the communities that depend on them worldwide. The Improving Design, Evidence, and Learning (IDEAL) contract provides support for all stages of the Program Cycle for USAID biodiversity and climate change programming at USAID and improves the Agency's ability to design, monitor, evaluate, and learn from programs with sustainable and impactful results.During this five-year activity, IDEAL supports USAID's programs to apply adaptive management decisions, generate and apply evidence, and apply learning to support better programming decisions. With expertise combining technical environment skills and organizational development and learning, IDEAL facilitates high-quality decision-making, increases evidence generation and use, and nurtures a culture of applied learning across the Agency.ENVIRONMENTAL INCENTIVES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERWe are committed to developing an inclusive work environment for all employees, where diversity of thought, style, culture, and skill is valued in support of individual performance and potential, as well as our business goals and mission. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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