Consultancy Assignment Senior Consultant- Natural Resource Sustainability and Climate Resilience Location Kendrapara Odisha ChildFund office Country Office India Reporting to Specialist Programs Duration up to June 2026 Project Resilience Champions About ChildFund ChildFund India works towards ensuring that children from the most marginalized sections of the society become able confident and responsible adults ChildFund s Commitment ChildFund has a zero-tolerance policy regarding sexual exploitation abuse and harassment SEAH and all other forms of harm by its staff partners and other representatives in the delivery of its mission and services for children ChildFund is committed to creating a safe environment in the workplace as well as in the communities where it delivers programs and services ChildFund expects every staff member partner and representative to adhere to this commitment and to ensure all organizational policies and standards are followed This position is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records check and or disclosure to ensure program participants are safeguarded About This Assignment The Senior Consultant will closely work with ChildFund India Kendrapada team members and coordinate and collaborate with communities panchayats appropriate government line departments academia and civil society agencies working in the same sectors The Senior Consultant to provide technical guidance strategic support and coordination assistance to ChildFund India in implementing the project in targeted project areas in Mahakalpada Block of Kendrapada District Odisha Remain alert and responsive to any child safeguarding risks acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices understand the safeguarding policy and procedures and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with ChildFund s Safeguarding Policy Scope of Work 1 Develop a Detailed Agroforestry Layout Plan for a Panchayat Land and ensure Implementation o Assess the local climate discuss with local Krishi Vigyan Kendra agriculture department and panchayat and prepare a most appropriate and sustainable agroforestry design for a 6-acre panchayat plot Include planting and maintenance strategies for microclimate-friendly native fruit tree species of Kendrapada with sustainable land water fertilizer and pest management plans o Deliver a detailed Layout design with bill of quantities number of plants per-unit cost total cost Carbon offset potential estimates for 3 5 10 and 20 years Draft an Income generation plan through panchayat led auctioning of non-timber fruit products o Capacity building for staff and panchayat and ensure phased implementation roadmap starting 2026 2 Conduct Desk Review and Stakeholder Consultations and provide a Concise Sectoral Analysis Report o Meet with key government officials and subject experts in water agriculture forestry biodiversity and disaster risk reduction sectors Identify and document key local challenges these sectors face due to environmental degradation and climate change Analysis of sectoral contribution to climate change and impacts documentation of gaps and recommendations in localizing India s NDC biodiversity climate adaptation and voluntary carbon credit agendas 3 Develop a facilitator s guidebook for youth and communities on locally appropriate climate-smart sustainable resource management and agriculture o In line with India s climate missions consult with appropriate line departments and local communities collect and compile the scientific and locally proven technologies and processes promoting environmental and climate risk informed land water agriculture forestry and biodiversity conservation and management including key evidence-based practices on climate change mitigation and adaptation o Develop a simple guidebook in English and Odia for youth and community members on locally appropriate practices and technologies that promote environmental care and climate change mitigation and adaptation The guidebook should cover land soil water agriculture farm forestry biodiversity and the use of nature-based solutions in disaster risk reduction risk insurance and risk transfer Document evidence-based locally appropriate demonstration models on sustainable soil management integrated farm planning water stress management rainwater harvesting farm ponds SRI biochar mushroom cultivation use of climate-resilient seeds and 3-4 sample agroforestry models for 1-2 acres and hectares with native species lists and other relevant practices 4 School Garden Support o Conduct school visits and assist schools in selecting an appropriate mix of plant species for school gardens including localized herbs shrubs and trees Provide 3-4 school garden models with details on land size plant types and names management plans and budgets o Develop simple IEC material on school gardens explaining how they contribute to carbon offsetting children s nutritional needs and local biodiversity promotion Include information on soil health its importance factors affecting soil health in Kendrapada soil health parameters and the significance of soil testing with recommendations 5 Mapping and compilation of government schemes and subsidies available in Kendrapda o For promoting climate-smart resource conservation and management and green skilling in land water agriculture farm forestry and biodiversity sectors o List of government approved native tree species promoted for farm forestry in Kendrapda 6 Capacity Building Monitoring o Staff training and stakeholder engagement Liaising with government departments in districts and state NGOs and partners Monitoring and evaluation of implementation progress Monthly and final reporting and alignment with project objectives Need based technical support to Pune based field team and if any additional tasks as assigned by thematic specialist Key Deliverables The Consultant is expected to deliver Agroforestry fruit trees layout plan for a one panchayat land and its Implementation 1 - Priority 1 Sectoral Analysis Report 1 - Priority 2 Facilitator s guidebook in English and Odiya for youth and communities on locally appropriate climate-smart sustainable resource management and agriculture 1 - Priority 2 Report on support provided to School Garden Initiatives and developed IECs in English and Odiya 1 - Priority 2 Report on mapping and compiling government schemes 1 - Priority 3 Stakeholders meeting report as appropriate Monthly key point progress report 5 A final completion report summarizing achievements challenges and way forward 1 Required Experience and Education Education Postgraduate degree or Doctorate in Agroforestry Horticulture Agronomy Climate-Smart Sustainable Natural Resource Management and Carbon Credit or a related field Experience Minimum 7-8 years of experience in agroforestry horticulture and microclimate-based climate change adaptation within natural resource management including land water forests biodiversity agriculture and cropping systems energy climate and carbon management and community livelihoods Proven experience in policy development training and capacity-building at state or national level Skills and Abilities Demonstrated ability to coordinate with government departments NGOs and multi-stakeholder platforms Excellent research analytical communication and report-writing skills Language proficiency speaking and writing in English and Odiya Hindi desirable Knowledge Strong knowledge and understanding of the thematic area including understanding of environmental degradation and its impact on natural resources environmental residuals and climate change impacts on local ecosystems development and disasters In-depth knowledge of international national state and local policies plans and programs related to environmental care climate change mitigation adaptation disaster risk reduction and climate risk informed planning and preparedness plan for water and agriculture sectors Familiarity with the use of nature-based solutions and ecosystem-based adaptation in child-sensitive development and risk reduction contexts Required Competencies ChildFund s Core Competencies Teamwork the ability to work effectively and collaborate with others values and respects individual differences Communication demonstrates empathy and tact when communicating with others Results orientation gets things done takes proactive steps to achieve organizational goals and quality standards Decision-making uses valuable judgment critical thinking and non-traditional ways to evaluate problems and opportunities reflects and innovates to improve decisions and outcomes Resilience thrives and grows in rapidly changing demanding and complex environments Digital literacy adopts and champions new technology to relevant contexts stays aware of technological trends and embraces technological solutions to business challenges Disclaimer This TOR is not an exhaustive list of the skill effort duties and responsibilities associated with the assignment How to Apply Please send your updated CV to recruitment childfundindia org renaming your CV with your name is appreciated Attaching a cover letter to demonstrate your suitability for the position is highly recommended Please include answer to the following question in your email for application -Do any of your relatives or members of your family household work for ChildFund or if any child related to you is being currently sponsored enrolled by ChildFund If yes please provide the following details Name Relationship Current Position and Location Please mention in the subject line of your email Application for Senior Consultant - Resilience Champions project - Odisha Kindly pay attention to all of the above three points under How to Apply section as missing information may result in disqualification of the application Application Deadline Thursday February 05 2025 Note Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

📌 Senior Consultant- Natural Resource Sustainability And Climate Resilience (Kendrapara)
🏢 ChildFund India
📍 Kendrapara