Steel Industry Decarbonization Expert – Multicountry

Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Steel Industry Decarbonization Expert for a consultancy assignment financed by UNIDO in Multicountry.

Aninver Development Partners SL is currently seeking a qualified Steel Industry Decarbonization Expert for an upcoming consultancy initiative supported by UNIDO. This multi-country assignment focuses on advancing low-carbon industrial transformations, specifically targeting hard-to-abate sectors to guide policy development in developing nations.

The selected expert will play a critical role in conducting comprehensive analyses, drafting comparative policy cases, and integrating circular economy opportunities into the steel sector's decarbonization roadmap. This role contributes directly to shaping strategic policy guides and actionable tools for sustainable industrial growth.

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 decarbonization pathways for the steel sector.
• Support circular economy approaches in steel production through comparative case studies.
• Analyze emission sources, alternative fuels, and technology applications to inform policy design in developing countries.
• Contribute to the creation of practical tools and guidelines for policymakers and industry stakeholders.

Scope of work

• Establish an analytical framework and review relevant global publications and industrial policy resources.
• Develop comparative policy cases focusing on iron and steel production technologies and low-carbon transitions.
• Incorporate circular economy strategies specifically tailored to the steel sector within the policy framework.
• Examine policy mechanisms, institutional responsibilities, financing arrangements, and implementation experiences.
• Participate in virtual validation sessions and refine deliverables based on technical feedback.

Your role as Steel Industry Decarbonization Expert

• Conduct technical analyses and lead project activities related to steel sector emissions sources and decarbonization pathways.
• Evaluate alternative fuels, carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) applications in steel manufacturing.
• Research iron and steel production technologies to identify process innovations and reduction strategies.
• Draft specialized analytical knowledge products and contribute to comparative policy case studies for the steel industry.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure technical consistency across the strategic policy guide.

Requirements

• Education: Second Level (Master's) University Degree in energy, environmental, technology, engineering, or a related area
• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in conducting analyses/leading projects on emissions sources, decarbonization pathways, and circular economy opportunities specific to steel, iron and steel production technologies, alternative fuel, and CCUS in steel
• Languages: Working knowledge of English

Desirable

• Experience working on industrial decarbonization initiatives within developing country contexts.
• Familiarity with international policy frameworks and global green economy initiatives.

A dedicated decarbonization engineer or researcher with a strong background in steel manufacturing technologies, circular economy integration, and a minimum of 5 years of experience in shaping sustainable industrial policies.

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? Yes, unless the requirements say otherwise; relevant regional experience is an asset.

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.