The Directorate of Technical Cooperation and Sustainable Industrial Development (TCS), headed by a Managing Director, oversees the Organization’s development of capacities for industrial development as well as industrial policy advice, statistics and research activities and the Organization’s normative contribution to Member States and global development community in achieving the SDGs. The Directorate also ensures the application of strategies and interventions for sustainable industrial development related to Environment, Energy, SMEs, Competitiveness and Job creation, as well as Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence. Through coordination in-house and with Member States and industry stakeholders, it ensures that the services provided in these areas contribute toward effective and appropriate technical, business and policy solutions and are focused on results

The position is located under the Montreal Protocol Division (TCS/MPD) is responsible for planning, developing and implementing activities in Member States to facilitate compliance with the Montreal Protocol and, in  particular, its Kigali Amendment and to support countries to achieve their determined contributions to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases under the Paris Agreement. Making use of the capacity building and policy support, the services of the Unit foster transformation in manufacturing concerning technologies used in refrigeration, air conditioning and insulation with the effect of a reduction and change in working fluids and chemicals and ultimately a reduction of total greenhouse gas emissions.

Functions:

• Assist governments in the creation of necessary policy environments and implementation mechanisms in particular in the context of the Montreal Protocol and its Kigali Amendment;
• Represent UNIDO in multilateral conferences and meetings, including those related to the Montreal Protocol’s Multilateral Fund, and act as a Focal Point within UNIDO for the Montreal Protocol;
• Manage and monitor relevant activities related to the Montreal Protocol and its Kigali Amendment, including national management plans and their implementation, technology demonstrations, institutional strengthening and capacity building;
• Plan and design projects and programmes in the context of the Montreal Protocol and present them to the Multilateral Fund, the Global Environment Facility and other donors, as well as provide related reporting as needed;
• Actively organize, participate in and collaborate with global fora focusing on ozone-depleting substances (ODS)/Hydrofluorocarbons (HFC) phase-out, related replacement technologies and measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the relevant sectors and by the related products;
• Facilitate knowledge transfer and adoption of circular economy approaches towards the transformation of sectors, in particular on green design for reduced use of pollutants, for longevity, repair and recycling, and the related changes in the production processes of industries;
• Explore alternative funding sources and cooperate with other divisions and directorates to introduce new technologies and manufacturing in related areas such as establishing green cold 56 chains, rural community combined cooling/energy hubs, and strive to develop integrated technical cooperation proposals, where possible.

PROJECT CONTEXT

Türkiye as one of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol (MP) on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer, owns a portfolio of projects and activities for the fulfilment of the Protocol in cooperation with UNIDO as the leading implementing agency in the country.

Institutional Strengthening for the Implementation of the Montreal Protocol in Türkiye

Under this portfolio, the Institutional Strengthening (IS) project has an important role for enhancing the existing capacity of National Ozone Unit (NOU) of the Republic of Türkiye established under Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, the Directorate of Climate Change, as being the national entity and focal point responsible for the national coordination of the Protocol activities.

The National Ozone Unit under the auspices of the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change of the Republic of Türkiye is responsible for the coordination of project implementation in accordance with the objectives and activities related to HPMP projects, Institutional Strengthening (IS) Project and Kigali Implementation Plan and has a major role in the process of monitoring all those project activities.

The IS project aims to provide assistance to the country, with the strengthening of the NOU for the fulfilment of the country requirements in line with the protocol, via various activities such as data collection and verification, country reporting, development and revision of relevant legislations, organization of public awareness activities, meetings, workshops, along with supporting the implementation of the MP national projects.

HCFC Phase-out Management Plan Stage I (HPMP)

On behalf of the Government of Turkey, stage I of the HCFC phase-out management plan (HPMP) is being implemented by UNIDO as the lead implementing agency.

The overarching strategy of the HPMP is based on the ODS phase-out regulation of 12 October 2008, with the following strategic priorities: strengthening the control of HCFC imports and use; complete phase-out of HCFCs used in the foam and servicing sectors; technical assistance to the refrigeration servicing sector; training of refrigeration and air-conditioning technicians as well as of customs officers; and ODS destruction capability.

Preparation of Kigali Implementation Plan (KIP)

The Government of Türkiye has ratified the KA on 10 November 2021. On behalf of Türkiye, UNIDO as lead implementing agency and UNDP as cooperating agency has approved for funding for preparing HFC phase-down plan for stage I of KIP during the period of 2024-2029. The implementation of the KIP stage I is expected to start in January of 2025 to meet the 10% phase-down of HFCs by 2029.

Preparation of national inventories of banks of used or unwanted controlled substances

This project aims at making an inventory of unused or unwanted quantities of refrigerants and developing a national action plan including priorities for sound refrigerant management: identification of key stakeholders, establishment of a working group to assess unused or unwanted refrigerant, RAC equipment at the end of its life cycle, and emissions of unused or unwanted to the atmosphere; training on good practices for refrigerant management; and identification of priorities for improving future refrigerant management.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager and in close cooperation with the project team in the HQ and field location, the National Project Associate will be responsible   for the following main tasks:

Note: Local travel to specific sites visits will be settled through separate authorizations. Related travel costs are not included under the current ISA. International travel will be settled through separate authorizations, only if conditions allow. Travel costs are not include under the current ISA.

MINIMUM ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Education: Advanced University degree (Master’s or equivalent) degree in environment, international development or relevant fields is required.

Technical and Functional Experience:

• At least one (1) year of relevant working experience in the relevant fields is required;
• Experience in project management as part of national or international organizations, preferably in the area of environment and sustainable development (Montreal Protocol, Climate Change, Waste Management, Chemicals Management, Energy Efficiency, etc.) is desirable;
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment is required.

Languages: Fluency in written and spoken Turkish and English is required.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

REQUIRED VALUES AND COMPETENCIES

Core values:
WE LIVE AND ACT WITH INTEGRITY: work honestly, openly and impartially.

WE SHOW PROFESSIONALISM: work hard and competently in a committed and responsible manner.

WE RESPECT DIVERSITY: work together effectively, respectfully and inclusively, regardless of our differences in culture and perspective.

Key competencies:
WE FOCUS ON PEOPLE: cooperate to fully reach our potential –and this is true for our colleagues as well as our clients. Emotional intelligence and receptiveness are vital parts of our UNIDO identity.

WE FOCUS ON RESULTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: focus on planning, organizing and managing our work effectively and efficiently. We are responsible and accountable for achieving our results and meeting our performance standards. This accountability does not end with our colleagues and supervisors, but we also owe it to those we serve and who have trusted us to contribute to a better, safer and healthier world.

WE COMMUNICATE AND EARN TRUST: communicate effectively with one another and build an environment of trust where we can all excel in our work.

WE THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX AND INNOVATE: To stay relevant, we continuously improve, support innovation, share our knowledge and skills, and learn from one another.