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Expert on Marine Protected Areas and Other Effective Area-based Conservation Measures (OECM)

Expert on Marine Protected Areas and Other Effective Area-based Conservation Measures (OECM)

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Consultancy
Description

The consultant will lead and develop a marine and coastal OECM coherence guidance document as applied in the East Asian Seas, focusing on best practices and opportunities while avoiding a prescriptive approach. Additionally, the consultant will facilitate a two-day workshop to support OECM learning and knowledge exchange.

🗓 Expected Duration: 8 months (10 April 2025 – 10 November 2025)

Job responsibilities
The consultant will work towards an OECM coherence guidance document for the East Asian Seas, emphasizing marine and coastal OECMs. The key tasks include:

  • Conducting a scoping study based on desk reviews, country consultations, and other relevant approaches.
  • Reviewing OECM modalities applied in the region and globally where relevant.
  • Studying best practices for marine and coastal OECMs across COBSEA participating countries.
  • Developing effective communication materials on OECMs in the region.
  • Creating training materials and preparing for a regional training session in August 2025.
  • Facilitating the OECM training in close collaboration with the COBSEA Secretariat.

Job requirements

  • A second-level university degree (Master’s or higher) in environmental sciences, natural resource management, or a related field.
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience in marine and coastal environmental issues.
  • Experience with Marine Protected Areas and Other Effective Area-Based Conservation
  • Measures, preferably in the East Asian Seas region.
  • Experience in facilitating knowledge sharing, learning exchanges, and/or interactive lectures is an asset.
  • Previous experience working in a multicultural environment, including the United Nations, is an advantage.
  • Familiarity with COBSEA’s work is desirable.
  • In-depth knowledge of the East Asian Seas region, including national policy and legislative frameworks.
  • Strong analytical skills, written and oral communication skills, and facilitation skills.

Languages

  • Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
  • Knowledge of other regional languages is an advantage.
Type: Consultancy
Location: Home-based
Organization: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Deadline: March 29, 2025
External website link: https://unjobs.org/vacancies/1741942932394