GOVERNMENT OF TONGA
Ministry of Internal Affairs - IACP
Request for Expressions of Interest
(Individual Consulting Services)
Project Title: Integrated Aged Care Project
Assignment: IC16 Climate Change Specialist (International)
Deadline: 24 June 2025
The Government of Tonga have received financing from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the Japan Fund for Prosperous and Resilient Asia and the Pacific, and Climate Change Fund, to implement the Integrated Aged Care Project aiming to enhance the well-being and quality of life of older people in Tonga by caregivers. The Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA) hereby invites applications for the following assignment.
Climate Change Specialist (International)
Duration: 5.5 months (intermittent over 2 years, starting Quarter 3 2025)
Objective: The consultant will be responsible for ensuring that the project fortifies the climate and disaster resilience of Tonga’s elderly population.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic direction and technical leadership.
- Knowledge development and policy guidance.
- Program design and capacity building.
- Piloting climate adaptation and resilience for the elderly.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
The consultant should possess the following requirements:
- Advanced degree (Master or PhD) in climate science, environmental management, sustainable development, or equivalent, or equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction.
- Demonstrated, long duration (minimum 2 years) experience working on climate vulnerability of vulnerable populations, particularly in the Pacific region, preferably Tonga.
- Previous experience working with multilateral development banks, preferably ADB or international development organizations.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and reporting writing skills.
- Experience in developing training programs and capacity building initiatives.
- Knowledge of the Pacific region, preferably Tonga, and its climate challenges would be an advantage.
To submit your application, please visit the ADB Consultant Management System (click here). Further information on the assignment can be obtained from the link provided above. Alternatively, you can contact the email below.
Attention: Project Manager, Integrated Aged Care Project
Email: iacprocurement [at] outlook [dot] com
Address: MIA Head Office, Taufa'ahau Rd, Nuku'alofa, Tongatapu
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