Team Leader / Lead Industry Decarbonization Expert – Multicountry

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

Aninver Development Partners is preparing a consulting proposal for UNIDO under a global multi-country initiative focused on inclusive green economies and industrial decarbonization. We are seeking an expert Team Leader / Lead Industry Decarbonization Expert to guide the development of a strategic policy guide aimed at accelerating low-carbon transitions in hard-to-abate heavy industries.

The successful candidate will spearhead technical analysis, author core comparative policy case studies, and lead stakeholder consultations to shape actionable pathways for developing nations. This role is pivotal in delivering evidence-based recommendations on renewable energy integration, circular economy approaches, and regulatory frameworks for sustainable 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 to policymakers and industries on low-carbon industrial transitions.
• Focus heavily on the design and implementation of effective decarbonization policies tailored for developing countries.
• Support circular economy approaches in heavy industry through rigorous comparative case studies.
• Establish robust analytical frameworks and coordinate validation sessions with key international stakeholders.

Scope of work

• Establish the overarching analytical framework and conduct coverage and gap assessments of existing global policy resources.
• Develop six comparative policy case studies focusing on hard-to-abate sectors, incorporating circular economy strategies.
• Examine enabling environments, policy mechanisms, institutional responsibilities, and financing arrangements for industrial transformation.
• Produce synthesized comparative findings, practical policy assessment tools, and a final comprehensive strategic guide.
• Organize and facilitate a virtual validation session with key technical experts and policymakers.

Your role as Team Leader / Lead Industry Decarbonization Expert

• Act as Team Leader, providing overall technical direction, quality assurance, and management of the expert team.
• Lead the conceptualization and drafting of the strategic policy guide for industrial decarbonization.
• Apply analytical frameworks to evaluate policy instruments, implementation experiences, and distributive effects across contexts.
• Lead target consultations with intended users and stakeholders to inform policy recommendations.
• Oversee the integration of circular economy principles into sector-specific decarbonization approaches.
• Design and facilitate the virtual stakeholder validation workshop to review findings and practical tools.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality knowledge products meeting international standards.

Requirements

• Education: Second Level (Master's) University Degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Process, Environmental, or Industrial Engineering), Energy Systems / Energy Engineering, Environmental Science or Technology, Industrial Ecology, or a related area
• At least 10 years of proven experience in industrial emissions, process innovation, or low-carbon technologies
• Lead author of at least two relevant publications in the last 5 years
• Proven understanding of sectoral transition, including inclusive, green, and climate policy transitions
• Languages: Fluency in English

An internationally recognized industrial decarbonization expert and published author with extensive experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and shaping green policy transitions in developing economies.

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.