ETHIOPIA: CONSULTANT FOR PREPARATION OF GCF HANDBOOK

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PROJECT BACKGROUND

The engagement of the GGGI in Ethiopia started in 2010 by supporting the Government of Ethiopia in developing its CRGE Strategy and advising on the implementation and integration of its concepts and objectives into the Country’s Development Plans. GGGI has supported the implementation of the CRGE Strategy through deployment of Senior Advisors funded by GGGI at key CRGE sector ministries (MoF, MoP, MoA, EDRI, MoWE). GGGI has significantly contributed to the establishment and operationalization of the CRGE Facility and the successful mobilization of climate finance from GCF and AF. GGGI closely works with Ethiopian Institutions in the development of the Updated NDC, LT-LEDS, National Adaptation Programme (NAP), National MRV Framework, and development of sector specific Climate Resilient Strategy documentaries. Furthermore, it has led the technical team, which oversaw the CRGE Implementation progress review work for the period 2011-2019[1].

The ongoing GGGI Ethiopia Country Planning Framework (2023-2027) is well aligned to the GoE climate change strategies and has strong relevance to the FCDO’s priorities. Some of the key targets of the Government of Ethiopia (GoE’s) planning framework include:

• Assist the government to mobilize USD >150 million for climate change actions.
• Assist MOF’s accreditation upgrading to GCF from 50 to 250 million category.
• Create over 7,000 green jobs, benefit 80,000 people from improved climate adaptation.
• Restore and sustainably manage 20,000 ha of agricultural and 30,000 ha of forest landscapes.
• Mainstreaming gender equality and equity actions plans.
• Create modalities for Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) awareness for green finance access.

GGGI through an initiative of the FCDO is supporting the accreditation upgrading endeavor of MOF to the GCF as well as preparation of medium sized GCF funding proposal, which focuses on integrating energy and agriculture in selected regions of the country. The Government of Ethiopia, through the Ministry of Finance (MoF) and in collaboration with the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), is committed to enhancing the country's access to climate finance. As part of this initiative, the project focuses on improving the capacity of the Climate Resilient Green Economy (CRGE) Facility and other stakeholders to prepare high-quality funding proposals for the Green Climate Fund (GCF). A key component of this capacity-building effort is the development of a comprehensive GCF Handbook.

 

OBJECTIVE OF THE ASSIGNMENT

The primary objective of the consultancy is to develop a fit-for-purpose GCF Handbook that provides detailed guidance on GCF policies, project proposal development, financial and technical reporting, environmental and social safeguards, and grievance redress mechanisms. The handbook will serve as a key resource for the CRGE Facility, federal and regional stakeholders, and other relevant entities involved in accessing and managing climate finance.

 

SCOPE OF WORK

The consultant will undertake the following tasks:

• Conduct a thorough review of existing GCF guidelines, policies, and relevant documentation.
• Analyze current practices and challenges faced by the CRGE Facility and other stakeholders in preparing GCF proposals.
• Engage with key stakeholders, including the CRGE Facility team, MoF, and regional bureaus, to gather insights and inputs for the handbook.
• Develop a comprehensive GCF Handbook that covers:

1. Overview of the GCF, its structure, its objectives policies and funding windows.
2. Detailed guidelines on the GCF accreditation process.
3. Step-by-step guidance on preparing GCF project proposals, including concept notes and full proposals including concept notes, feasibility studies, gender analysis, environmental and social safeguards, and financial assessments.
4. Detailed sections on financial analysis, budgeting, and economic assessment.
5. Guidelines for conducting environmental and social safeguards assessments.
6. Procedures for stakeholder consultations and engagement.
7. Compliance requirements for gender analysis and action plans.
8. Monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) processes.
9. Grievance redress mechanisms and communication protocols.
10. Compliance requirements, including fiduciary standards, environmental and social safeguards, and gender policies.
11. Reporting, monitoring, and evaluation guidelines for GCF-funded projects.                                                   

• Include templates, checklists, and examples of successful GCF proposals and related documents.
• Ensure the handbook is user-friendly, with clear language and practical guidance.
• Training modules based on the handbook content.
• Organize and conduct training sessions for the CRGE Facility team, MoF staff, and other stakeholders on using the handbook.
• Provide ongoing support and mentorship to ensure the effective use of the handbook.
• Present the draft handbook to key stakeholders for feedback.
• Incorporate feedback and finalize the handbook.
• Ensure the handbook is available in both digital and print formats.                                       

 

DELIVERABLES AND PAYMENT SCHEDULE

• Draft GCF Handbook.
• Final GCF Handbook, including all templates, checklists, and examples.
• Training modules based on the handbook.
• Training session reports and participant feedback.

The consultancy will be for a period of 4 months, starting from August 2024. The consultant will be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with possible travel to regional states as required. The time allocation for each deliverable is presented in the below table.

Deliverables	No of assigned days
Inception report	10
A draft GCF handbook	35
Training module	25
Completion report	5
Total	75

 

Payments shall be linked with the deliverables and shall be executed after the CRGE Facility in MOF confirms approval of the successful completion of each deliverable as stipulated hereunder. The consultant shall be paid the lump sum contract amount upon certification of the completed tasks satisfactorily, as per the following payment schedule:

The consultant will report to the Project Manager and will work closely with the CRGE Facility team at the Ministry of Finance.

 

EXPERTISE REQUIRED

• Advanced degree in Forestry, Economics, Environmental science, Finance and Accounting, Law, public administration, or related fields.
• At least 10 years of experience in climate finance, climate change project management, and capacity building.
• Proven experience in developing handbooks, guidelines, or similar documents, preferably related to climate finance.
• Strong knowledge of GCF processes, policies, and guidelines.
• Excellent communication, training, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with government officials, international organizations, and other stakeholders.

 

ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

Logistical support

The GGGI shall provide transportation and pay DSA for the consultant during authorized travels to the regional states for data gathering and attending workshops.

 

Confidentiality and proprietary interests

The consultant shall not, neither during the term or after termination of the assignment, disclose any proprietary or confidential information related to the consultancy or the Government without prior written consent. This assignment will be administrated by GGGI and all relevant GGGI rules, policies and procedures will apply.

 

Evaluation Criteria

Upon the advertisement of the Procurement Notice, qualified Individual consultant is expected to submit both the Technical and Financial Proposals. Accordingly, the consultant will be evaluated based on Cumulative Analysis as per the following conditions:

• Responsive/compliant/acceptable as per the Instruction to Bidders (ITB) of the Standard Bid Document (SBD), and
• Having received the highest score out of a pre-determined set of weighted technical and financial criteria specific to the solicitation. In this regard, the respective weight of the proposals are:

1. Technical Criteria weight is 70%
2. Financial Criteria weight is 30%

 

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