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Serve as the natural resources conservation specialist for the PFM for PES task with respect to Kenya, to perform the activities related to technical and institutional analysis.
Support the PFM for PES Team Leader in preparing a workplan for conducting the work.
Help compile relevant documentation, data, and other information sources related to current and potential PES activities in Kenya.
Review documents related to PES activities and opportunities in Kenya.
Design and participate in interviews of stakeholders and other key informants, virtually and on location in Kenya.
Contribute to the preparation of an outline of the final assessment.
In coordination with the PFM for PES team:
assess the equitability, effectiveness, efficiencies of the PES projects,
develop recommendations to improve existing PES systems in Kenya, and
develop recommendations for a future national PES program.
Assist in the preparation of the draft report.
Assist in the preparation of final draft report, responding to USAID’s review.
Be available to discuss and present the results of the PFM for PES project as needed.
With the PFM for PES team, brief the designated USAID/W staff (such as E3/EP and GCC) and USAID/Kenya on the assessment’s chief findings and recommendations.
Qualifications
Degree in environmental and natural resources management, economics, or related discipline.
At least 10 years of professional experience related to water and other natural resources management and conservation.
Advanced and up-to-date knowledge of water and other natural resources and environmental issues, including climate change, as demonstrated by work experience and publications.