National Expert: Support to NDC3.0 and LT-LEDS Processes, Saint Kitts

Job description

Background and objective of the assignment
Saint Kitts and Nevis is embarking on the preparation of its NDC 3.0 and its first Long-Term Low Emissions Development Strategy (LT-LEDS). These two national climate documents are being developed through a single integrated process, ensuring alignment across near-, medium-, and long-term climate action, full coherence with the National Planning Development Framework (NPDF), and compliance with UNFCCC guidelines.

Climate Analytics (CA), as the baseline Implementing Partner under the NDC Partnership's Partnership Action Fund (PAF), will lead the technical work on the Stocktake, Roadmap, scenario modelling, target setting, and drafting of the NDC 3.0 and LT-LEDS. Given the complexity of national coordination across two islands, sector ministries, utilities, private sector entities, civil society, and gender institutions, a strong in-country presence is essential.

The national consultant will serve as the primary on-the-ground coordination and facilitation focal point, supporting data collection, document review, institutional engagement, the organization of consultations and workshops, logistical facilitation, and follow-up with national stakeholders. This role is essential for ensuring that the NDC 3.0 and LT-LEDS are country-driven, inclusive, and built on accurate national data and insights.

Objective: To provide technical, logistical, and coordination support to the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis and Climate Analytics in the development of the NDC 3.0 and LT-LEDS, ensuring strong local ownership, effective stakeholder engagement, and timely delivery of inputs.
Scope of Work
The Consultant will work under the guidance of the Climate Action Unit (CAU) in the Ministry of Sustainable Development, Climate Action, Constituency Empowerment and Environment, and in close collaboration with the Climate Analytics technical team.
The Consultant will carry out the following tasks:
Data Collection & Verification

1. Support the compilation and verification of sectoral data needed for the Stocktake, LEAP modelling, and scenario development (energy, transport, waste, agriculture, land, water, health, etc.).
2. Request, follow up, and obtain data from ministries, utilities (e.g., SKELEC), government agencies, private sector entities, and civil society groups.
3. Assist in collecting and organizing gender-disaggregated data where available.

Document Review & Consolidation

1. Review national policies, plans, strategies, and sectoral documents relevant to climate mitigation, adaptation, and development planning.
2. Identify gaps, inconsistencies, or missing information relevant to NDC 3.0 and LT-LEDS development.
3. Support preparation of summaries, extracts, and document inputs for use by the CA team.

Stakeholder Mapping & Engagement

1. Update and refine the stakeholder mapping for Saint Kitts and Nevis informed by Phase 2 of the project.
2. Engage stakeholders through meetings, emails, phone calls, and follow-up to support data provision, participation, and review processes.
3. Help ensure gender-balanced and inclusive representation across all engagements.

Organization of Consultations & Workshops

1. Support the logistical and operational preparation of national workshops (Stocktake validation, roadmap consultations, target-setting sessions, sectoral workshops, NDC/LT-LEDS validation events).
2. Tasks may include: preparing agendas, invitations, stakeholder lists, venue arrangements, briefing packages, registration, note-taking, and workshop documentation.
3. Coordinate consultations both in Saint Kitts and in Nevis.

Facilitation of National Ownership

1. Support the CAU in ensuring technical outputs are understood, reviewed, and endorsed by relevant ministries.
2. Facilitate communication between national agencies and the CA technical team to resolve questions promptly.
3. Track feedback and ensure that comments are collected, organized, and shared in consolidated form.

Review Support and Compilation of Stakeholder Inputs

1. Assist in collecting, collating, and organizing feedback on draft deliverables (Stocktake Report, Roadmap, Draft NDC 3.0, Draft LT-LEDS, empowerment strategy, etc.).
2. Ensure that revisions requested by ministries and entities are clear, complete, and well-documented.

Regular Reporting and Coordination with CA & CAU

1. Provide weekly status updates on work completed and pending actions.
2. Maintain clear records of stakeholder communications, data requests, and follow-ups.
3. Support preparation of summaries, notes, and progress updates.

Other Tasks

1. Any additional tasks agreed with CAU and CA that are aligned with the goals of the NDC 3.0 and LT-LEDS development process.

Your profile

Required Qualifications and ExperienceA Bachelor's degree in Environmental Management, Natural Resource Management, Climate Change, Development Studies, Economics, Political Science, or a related field and at least five (5) years of relevant experience; ORA Master's degree in a relevant field and at least three (3) years of experience.Demonstrated experience in climate policy, sustainable development, or development planning in Saint Kitts and Nevis or the wider Caribbean.Proven experience facilitating multi-stakeholder consultations and workshops.Familiarity with national institutions, planning processes, and the local political economy.Strong understanding of Caribbean climate policy landscape, including NDCs and climate governance.Excellent communication, coordination, and organizational skills.Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and engage with government stakeholders.

Our offer

ConditionsApplication deadline: 10 Dec 2025Starting date: As soon as possible.Location: This role is required to be based in Saint Kitts and Nevis.Terms: Fixed-term of 12 months, 219 working days (based on an 8-hour workday)Invoicing: The consultant will invoice based on the number of days worked. Travel costs, per diems, and other expenses will not be covered under this contract and are expected to be managed independently by the consultant. Interested candidates should apply with your CV, cover letter, three references and your expected salary exclusively using the application form.
Applications by email or by post can unfortunately not be processed.
Evaluation Criteria Consultants will be evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and daily rate, with particular focus on their ability to engage and facilitate national stakeholders.

About us

Climate Analytics is a global climate science and policy institute established in 2008 that delivers cutting-edge science, analysis and support to accelerate climate action and keep global warming below 1.5°C. Our international team is composed of roughly 140 staff. Half are based at our headquarters in Berlin, Germany, and the remainder work out of our five regional offices in Africa, Australia & Pacific, the Caribbean, South Asia and North America. Click here to find out more.

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