Local Industrial Policy Specialist – Multicountry

Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Local Industrial Policy Specialist for a consultancy assignment financed by UNIDO in Multicountry.

Aninver Development Partners SL is seeking a qualified Local Industrial Policy Specialist for an upcoming initiative supported by UNIDO and partner agencies within a global green economy framework. The assignment focuses on formulating strategic policy guides and comparative case studies to drive industrial decarbonization in developing economies, specifically targeting hard-to-abate sectors.

The expert will play a vital role in designing evidence-based policy recommendations and supporting circular economy approaches for sustainable industrial transformation. This multicountry engagement aims to equip policymakers with actionable insights, regulatory frameworks, and practical tools to navigate the transition toward net-zero industrial development.

Aninver is preparing a proposal for this assignment. The selected expert will be part of the proposed team; the engagement is conditional on the contract being awarded to Aninver. The full Terms of Reference for the position are shared with shortlisted candidates.

Objectives of the assignment

• Provide evidence-based recommendations and strategic guidance on industrial decarbonization.
• Support the design and implementation of inclusive green economy policies in developing countries.
• Contribute to comparative case studies integrating circular economy approaches.
• Help shape regulatory frameworks and enabling environments for sustainable industrial sectors.

Scope of work

• Establish analytical frameworks and conduct gap assessments for industrial decarbonization policies.
• Develop comparative policy case studies focusing on developing country contexts.
• Examine institutional responsibilities, financing mechanisms, and policy instruments for sector transition.
• Collaborate on producing findings, practical policy evaluation tools, and stakeholder validation sessions.

Your role as Local Industrial Policy Specialist

• Support the formulation and drafting of comparative policy case studies across selected countries.
• Analyze local industrial policy instruments, regulatory frameworks, and institutional setups.
• Contribute to the assessment of enabling environments and implementation experiences.
• Engage with key stakeholders and practitioners to gather qualitative and quantitative data.
• Assist in synthesizing research findings into clear, actionable policy guidance.

Requirements

• University degree in economics, public policy, industrial development, engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated professional experience in industrial policy, economic development, or sustainability consulting.
• Strong analytical and research skills applied to industrial sectors and green economy initiatives.
• Excellent writing, communication, and reporting skills in English.
• National of, or based in, the project country

Desirable

• Previous experience working with UN agencies or international organizations on industrial policy.
• Familiarity with hard-to-abate industrial sectors such as steel and cement.

An experienced policy professional with a strong background in industrial development and green economy frameworks, capable of delivering rigorous comparative case studies for international organizations.

Assignment details

• Location: Multicountry
• Financed by: UNIDO
• Contract: individual consultancy (conditional on award)

About Aninver Development Partners

Aninver is an international development consulting firm headquartered in Spain. It supports governments, development banks, UN agencies and bilateral donors with feasibility studies, technical assistance, evaluations and capacity building across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Asia-Pacific, working with a network of international and national experts.

Why apply

• Join a multidisciplinary team on a UNIDO-financed project in Multicountry.
• Individual consultancy: flexible, output-based engagement with an experienced proposal team.
• Your CV stays in Aninver's expert network for future assignments that match your profile.

How to apply

Sign in (or create a free account) and upload your CV in English. Add your LinkedIn profile, indicative daily rate and availability to speed up the assessment. Aninver will contact the shortlisted candidates.

Frequently asked questions

Is the position confirmed? The engagement depends on the contract being awarded to Aninver. Shortlisted experts are included in the proposal with their consent.

Can I apply if I am not based in the country? This position requires a national of, or a professional based in, the project country.

What happens with my CV? It is used to assess your fit for this and future positions and is not shared with third parties without your consent.