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Consultancy Title: National Consultancy (Team of Consultants) to support UNICEF in Belarus to review and finalize Climate Landscape Analysis for Children (National, Belarus)

Section/Division/Duty Station: ADAP section, UNICEF Belarus CO

Duration: August 2025 – 15 December 2025

Home/ office Based: Remote/Home-based

About UNICEF

If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world”s leading children”s rights organization would like to hear from you. Over 75 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children”s survival, protection and development. UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and abuse. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations, and governments.

BACKGROUND

In 2024 and early 2025, a Climate Landscape Analysis for Children (CLAC) was conducted in Belarus by a team of national and international experts, with the support of UNICEF in Belarus. The analysis examined the baseline situation of climate and environment-related issues affecting children in the country.

The report was prepared in both Russian and English and submitted to the UNICEF Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia (ECARO) for validation. The English version was reviewed by ECARO Emergency Specialists, who provided comments and recommendations for improvement. Similarly, the Russian version was reviewed by UNICEF Belarus Monitoring and Evaluation Specialists, who also offered feedback for refinement.

Following a technical meeting and discussions with national experts, it was agreed that both language versions of the report require further revision and adjustment. Additionally, a Policy brief will be developed to accompany the report, aimed at informing national authorities. An action plan for adolescent engagement in climate change adaptation and mitigation will also be drafted, in consultation with adolescents.

Based on the above, UNICEF in Belarus will engage national experts to carry out the following assignments.

Purpose of Activity/ Assignment:

To review and finalize the CLAC report, incorporating feedback from UNICEF ECARO and UNICEF Belarus Country Office, and to develop a Policy Brief and Action Plan for adolescent engagement in climate change adaptation and mitigation, aligned with the CPD 2026–2030.

Scope of Work/ Key tasks:

1. Review and Finalization of CLAC Report
   • UNICEF ECARO Emergency Specialists (English version)
   • UNICEF Belarus M&E Specialists (Russian version)
   • Line Ministries (National stakeholders) review and feedback
   • Analyze and incorporate comments and recommendations from:
   • Ensure consistency and alignment between both language versions.
   • Finalize the CLAC report in English and Russian for official use and dissemination.
2. Development of CLAC Policy Brief
   • Summarize key findings and recommendations from the finalized CLAC report in Rus to make them more precise in relation to UNICEF climate change agenda in Belarus (15 max)
   • Draft a concise and accessible Policy Brief (10 pages) in Rus tailored for national authorities and stakeholders.Ensure the brief highlights priority areas for child-focused climate action in Belarus in line with the draft content:

• Overview of UNICEF’s Engagement in the Climate Agenda – a summary of UNICEF’s global and regional priorities in climate action, with a focus on child rights and resilience.
• Children’s Climate Risk Index (CCRI)
  Presentation of Belarus’s position in the CCRI, highlighting key vulnerabilities and risks for children.
• Belarus’s Commitments to Climate Mitigation and Adaptation
  Overview of national climate policies and frameworks, including:
  • The Paris Agreement
  • Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)
  • National Adaptation Plans and other relevant strategies
• Why Children Must Be Central to the Climate Agenda

Evidence-based rationale for prioritizing children in climate policies, including developmental, health, and equity considerations.

• Key Climate Risks and Their Impact on Children in Belarus

Summary of the main risks identified in the CLAC report and their specific implications for children’s well-being and development.

• Main Recommendations from the CLAC Report
  (not more than 15)

1. Draft the information for media (based on the format agreed with UNICEF in Belarus Comms Section) (4-5 pages)
2. Development of Action Plan for Adolescent Engagement

1. • Design an actionable framework for engaging adolescents in climate adaptation and mitigation efforts in line with UNICEF strategic priorities in climate agenda, other UN initiatives (UNDP) and government priorities by 2030.
   • Facilitate consultations with adolescents, including the Adolescent Advisory Group, and relevant stakeholders to inform the plan.
   • Ensure the plan includes measurable objectives, activities, and indicators.

Supervision of the consultancy:

The overall supervision of the consultancy will be provided by the HIV/AIDS Specialist. The Consultant will work closely with the Republican Center of Ecology and Landscape History.

Terms of Reference / Key Deliverables / Delivery Deadline:

Work Assignment Overview

Deliverables/Outputs

Delivery deadline

Review, provide inputs and amendments to the Russian and English versions of the CLAC in Belarus based on the comments and recommendations of the ECARO Emergency Specialist and the M&E Specialist of UNICEF in Belarus

The finalized Rus and Engl versions of the CLAC report

29 August

Review and amend the CLAC report Rus and Engl based on the line Ministries review and feedback

The reviewed report with incorporated stakeholders feedback

29 September

Compile and systematize key data, findings, and recommendations from the CLAC report and develop a Policy Brief (10 pages max) in Rus, tailored for national authorities and stakeholders

The Policy Brief (10 pages max)  in Rus

29 August

Draft the information for media

(based on the format agreed with UNICEF in Belarus Comms Section)

Information materials for media presentation and use for press conference or any public events (4-5 pages)

29 September

Participate in and present the CLAC results to adolescents within the RT organized by the National Center of Ecology and Landscape Analysis

Presentation and summary of the discussion with adolescents

30 November

Develop an Action Plan to support the meaningful engagement of adolescents in Belarus in climate change adaptation and mitigation in line with UNICEF strategic priorities in climate agenda, other UN initiatives (UNDP) and government priorities by 2030.

The plan should outline strategic objectives, key activities, roles of stakeholders, and measurable indicators to ensure adolescent participation is integrated across relevant climate initiatives.

Action Plan for adolescents in Belarus engagement in climate adaptation and mitigation agenda

15 December

Travel (if required as per TOR):

No travels is planned within this consultancy assignment.

Qualifications 

Education:

• University degree (Bachelors) in geography, environmental science, natural resource management, meteorology, social and economic development or related areas.

Work experience/Knowledge/Expertise/Skills required:

• At least 8 full years of extensive expertise in conducting similar research (having conducted research for UNICEF is an asset)
• Experience in environmental science, social policy and public finance, governance, private sector engagement, cost analysis in social areas;
• Excellent research and report writing skills
• Knowledge of English is an asset

Competencies:

• Builds and maintains partnerships: Develop a network of formal and informal contacts through participation in networks or consultations with others.
• Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness: Display sensitivity and adjust language and tone, ensuring it is not demeaning or aggressive; Recognize own strengths and limitations, learning from mistakes made; Display appropriate ethical behaviours, refraining from discriminatory* language and actions.
• Drive to achieve results for impact: Plan and take ownership for delivering tasks with minimal supervision; Pay attention to detail, producing work of a high standard; Monitor activities on a regular basis, reviewing work plan to ensure progress and delivery; Ensure the completion of tasks, while addressing obstacles and bottlenecks.
• Innovates and embraces change: Review work practices, analyzing evidence-based trends to apply new methods and techniques; Respond flexibly to changing circumstances, priorities and deadlines; Display creativity, experiment with new approaches and demonstrate openness to changing existing practices.
• Manage ambiguity and complexity: Demonstrate resilience and composure, get things done despite challenges and maintain performance levels in pressured, adverse and uncertain environments

Requirements:

Completed profile in UNICEF”s e-Recruitment system and

• Interested consultants should provide a letter of interest (Cover Letter) describing how they can contribute to the interventions listed under roles and responsibilities and why they should be selected for this position. In addition, they should share their latest CV/Resume and financial proposal Financial Offer template CLAC Consultant 2025.docx to undertake this job.
• Technical proposal with proposed methodology
• An example of similar work
• Upload copy of academic credentials
• Financial proposal: all-inclusive lump-sum cost (including travel and accommodation cost for this assignment as per work assignment) that will include/ reflect:
  • the costs per each deliverable and the total lump-sum for the whole assignment (in US$) to undertake the terms of reference.
  • travel costs and daily subsistence allowance, if internationally recruited or travel is required as per TOR.
  • Any other estimated costs: visa, health insurance, and living costs as applicable.
  • Indicate your availability
• Any emergent / unforeseen duty travel and related expenses will be covered by UNICEF.
• At the time the contract is awarded, the selected candidate must have in place current health insurance coverage.
• Payment of professional fees will be based on submission of agreed satisfactory deliverables. UNICEF reserves the right to withhold payment in case the deliverables submitted are not up to the required standard or in case of delays in submitting the deliverables on the part of the consultant.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships

(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness

(3) Drive to achieve results for impact

(4) Innovates and embraces change

(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity

(6) Thinks and acts strategically

(7) Works collaboratively with others

[add the 8th competency (Nurtures, leads and manages people) for a supervisory role].

Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.

UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.

UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

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Remarks: 

As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. For this position, eligible and suitable candidates are encouraged to apply.

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

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All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.

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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements