National Consultant: Climatology / Environmental Sciences / GIS / Remote Sensing / Spatial Modelling and Climate Risk Analysis

Contractual Arrangement Type: External consultant Posting Date: Oct 27, 2026 Closing Date: Nov 9, 2026, 4:59:00 PM Location: Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso Schedule: Full-time Area of Expertise Climatology / Environmental Sciences / GIS / Remote Sensing / Spatial Modelling and Climate Risk Analysis Purpose of Consultancy Conduct the climatological, geospatial, and data analysis components of the National Health Vulnerability and Adaptation Assessment (EVA) to climate change and provide technical inputs for developing the new National Health Adaptation Plan (PNA), in close coordination with National Consultant No. 1. Background Climate change poses a growing threat to public health in Burkina Faso, exacerbating vector-borne diseases (e.g., malaria, dengue), diarrheal and acute respiratory infections, and food insecurity. In response, Burkina Faso committed to climate-resilient health systems at COP26. However, the last Health EVA (2017) and Health PNA (2014–2015) are outdated. A new EVA and updated PNA are urgently needed to guide climate-resilient health planning. Key Tasks and Responsibilities Co-develop detailed methodology, work plan, timeline, and implementation tools with National Consultant No. 1. Review the 2017 Health EVA and 2014–2015 Health PNA, focusing on hydro-climatic data, climate risks, and spatial vulnerability dimensions. Collect, compile, process, and disseminate climate-health and hydro-climatic data for the EVA. Conduct climate and spatial analyses, including geodatabase management, meteorological time-series analysis, remote sensing, and spatial modeling as required. Produce maps and vulnerability/resilience diagnostics based on climate and geospatial data for the health sector. Support validation of EVA/PNA data and document methods, sources, and data processing. Contribute to the draft and final EVA report, especially sections on hazards, exposure, climate data, spatial analyses, and risk assessment. Provide technical climate and geospatial inputs for drafting the initial and final versions of the new Health PNA. Participate in launch meetings and national workshops (scoping, validation, finalization, adoption). Incorporate feedback from workshops into deliverables, in coordination with National Consultant No. 1. Deliverables and Timeline | Deliverable | Description | Deadline (days after contract signing) | |-------------|-------------|----------------------------------------| | 1 | Methodological note and detailed schedule | 6 | | 2 | Climate-health data and resilience diagnostics; validated EVA/PNA data | 20 | | 3 | Draft EVA report | 31 | | 4 | Draft new Health PNA report | 42 | | 5 | Final validated EVA and PNA reports | 45 | Educational Qualifications Essential: Master’s degree in Climatology or Environmental Sciences. Desirable: PhD in Geoinformatics/GIS, Remote Sensing, or Risk Management. Experience Essential: - Minimum 5 years of professional experience in climate data analysis and spatial modeling. - Demonstrated experience in greenhouse gas inventories (GHG), Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), or GIS-based climate vulnerability studies. Desirable: - Experience in geodatabase management, remote sensing, and meteorological time-series analysis. - Prior work with UN agencies, health sector partners, WHO, or other international partners. Skills/Knowledge Technical Competencies: - Proficiency in GIS tools (QGIS, ArcGIS), geodatabase management, remote sensing, and meteorological time-series analysis. - Familiarity with UNFCCC guidelines and IPCC models. - Strong French writing skills. Interpersonal & Organizational Skills: - Excellent communication and facilitation skills. - Ability to collaborate across sectors and stakeholders. - Knowledge of Burkina Faso’s health system and national context is an advantage. WHO Competencies: - Communicate in a credible and effective manner. - Respect and promote individual and cultural differences. - Foster integration and teamwork. - Deliver results. Languages Essential: Excellent command of French. Desirable: Working knowledge of English. Work Arrangements Based in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. Will collaborate closely with the WHO focal point. Remote work is permitted; office presence only when required. National travel may be required; travel expenses covered by WHO. Compensation & Budget Scale: Equivalent to UN NO-C/1, applicable in Burkina Faso. Daily Rate: XOF 81,944 (excluding travel costs). Payment Schedule: - 25% upon contract signing. - 25% upon submission of intermediate reports. - 50% upon final report approval. Contract Duration 45 days: November 10, 2026 – December 24, 2026. Additional Information Priority consideration may be given to staff affected by the 2025 Prioritization and Realignment Process. 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