This consultancy will focus on the collection of national data collection to enable the Government to have comprehensive information for the implementation and delivery of the development of an Inventory of Banks of used or unwanted controlled substances and a National Plan to manage those banks. Duties and Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the OzonAction Montreal Protocol Programme Management Officers for the Caribbean, in close collaboration with the NOU of Grenada and overall guidance of the Head of OzonAction.
Responsibilities:
Undertake a desk study on available data on banks of used and unwanted controlled substances from relevant institutions, and stakeholders.
Develop a database of used or unwanted controlled substances.
The database will contain a record for each substance. The record will include the name of the substance, quantity, location and where available include data trends for the past five (5) years on each substance.
This activity should be supported by conducting stakeholder surveys, primary data collection, and on-site visits where applicable.
Collect data on controlled substances in installed equipment by substance and by application.
Develop a stakeholder database containing roles, responsibilities, and gender aspects.
This should also incorporate new stakeholders e.g., e-waste traders.
This activity should be supported by conducting stakeholder surveys and further data collection where applicable.
Identify data gaps and improvement opportunities related to banks of used and unwanted controlled substances, relevant institutions and stakeholders, policies, and regulations, including transport/export for disposal.
Identify laboratories that can analyze the composition of used or unwanted ODS and HFCs, and the need for upgrading such laboratories.
Prepare a draft and final National ODS Banks Data Report to support the preparation of the National Inventory of Banks and National Plan.
The Report should include results from the desk study, ODS banks database for the past 5 years and data gap analysis, data on installed equipment, stakeholder database, existing regulations and policies, and identification of laboratories and upgrading needs.
Support the NOU by contributing to preparation and conduct of the national consultations, public outreach, and communication with different target audiences such as key stakeholders and the general public.
Requirements:
A recognized first-level degree (Bachelor’s) in chemistry, biology, environmental sciences, engineering, agricultural science, math.
A Master's/advanced degree will be acceptable.
Experience in national data collection in the RSS is required.
Experience in writing and reviewing technical project documents is required Strong communication skills in English, enabling the effective sharing of knowledge and information with a diverse audience is required.
Experience working with the NOU at the national level, showcasing a deep understanding of the Refrigeration Servicing Sector (RSS )in Grenada and the specific challenges associated the use management of ODSs and HFCs in the RSS is required.
Demonstrate progressive experience in the field of environment, engineering, RSS, or a related field.
This experience should include a strong understanding of relevant areas and expertise in the subject matter is required.
A minimum of 2 years of previous experience in activities that support undertaking national survey, developing reports and organizing stakeholder consultations at the national level is required Demonstrate experience in the area of the Montreal Protocol and the RSS is required.
Demonstrate an understanding of policy and technical issues related to ODSs HFCs, their alternatives and dependent technologies is required.
