National Project Facilitator – Multiple countries

Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a National Project Facilitator for a environment consultancy assignment financed by Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme in Multiple countries.

Aninver Development Partners is currently preparing a proposal for a consulting assignment commissioned by the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP). The initiative focuses on conducting a comprehensive viability study on the collection, recycling, and sustainable management of End-of-Life Vehicles (ELVs) across multiple Pacific Island Countries. The overarching goal is to address pressing environmental issues caused by bulky waste accumulation, hazardous substances, and uncontrolled degradation in the region.

To support this important environmental proposal, we are seeking a qualified National Project Facilitator. This role will be instrumental in coordinating local stakeholder engagement, supporting regional logistics, and facilitating seamless communication with country representatives across the target nations. The successful candidate will play a critical coordination function to ensure the smooth implementation of baseline assessments and stakeholder consultations throughout the duration of the engagement.

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

• Coordinate local stakeholder engagement and facilitate communication with country representatives across multiple Pacific Island Countries.
• Support regional logistics and administrative arrangements for the viability study team.
• Assist in gathering baseline data regarding the accumulation and management of End-of-Life Vehicles.
• Contribute to the successful delivery of regional recycling and sustainable waste management assessments.

Scope of work

• Evaluate the current situation of ELV accumulation across target Pacific Island Countries.
• Quantify available material volumes for legacy and ongoing management initiatives.
• Review existing regional and country-specific waste management policies and shipping networks.
• Contribute to economic and financial modelling by connecting the team with local economic actors.
• Support the identification and mapping of Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) and hazardous components.
• Assist in organizing consultations for facility design and investment case development.

Your role as National Project Facilitator

• Serve as the primary liaison between the international consulting team and local stakeholders, authorities, and community representatives.
• Coordinate in-country logistics, meetings, workshops, and field visits for the project experts.
• Facilitate data collection activities on the ground, ensuring culturally sensitive and effective communication.
• Assist in tracking local progress and reporting on stakeholder engagement milestones.
• Support the translation and dissemination of project information to relevant national authorities.
• Provide local context and administrative support to ensure compliance with regional protocols.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in environmental management, social sciences, development studies, communications, or a related field.
• Demonstrated professional experience in project coordination, stakeholder engagement, or administrative facilitation within the region.
• Strong knowledge of local contexts, institutions, and communication channels across Pacific Island Countries.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and networking skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of local regional languages is considered a strong asset.
• National of, or based in, the project country

Desirable

• Prior experience working on environmental, waste management, or recycling initiatives with international organizations or donors.
• Experience supporting donor-funded technical assistance projects in Small Island Developing States (SIDS).

An organized and communicative professional with deep familiarity with Pacific local contexts and a proven track record in stakeholder coordination and project facilitation within the environmental sector.

Assignment details

• Location: Multiple countries
• Financed by: Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme
• Sector: Environment
• Estimated duration: 6 months
• 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 Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme-financed project in Multiple countries.
• 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.