Terms of reference GENERAL INFORMATION Title: Junior Specialist for Natural Resource Governance and Innovation Project Name: Community and Responsible Tourism in Wakatobi, Sovereign Wealth Fund in Muba District, Innovative Social Forestry Financing and Multi-Door Approach to Counter Natural Resources and Environment Related Crimes Reports to: Technical Adviser for Natural Resource Governance Duty Station: Jakarta Expected Places of Travel (if applicable): N/A Duration of Assignment: 102 working days (July December 2017) REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FROM HIRING UNIT TERMS OF REFERENCE CONFIRMATION OF CATEGORY OF LOCAL CONSULTANT, please select: Junior Consultant Support Consultant Support Specialist Senior Specialist Expert/ Advisor CATEGORY OF INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANT, please select: Junior Specialist Specialist Senior Specialist APPROED e-requisition REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION FROM CONSULTANT C / P11 Copy of education certificate Completed financial proposal Completed technical proposal Need for presence of IC consultant in office: intermittent (deliverables-based) Provision of Support Services: Office space: Yes No Equipment (laptop, etc.): Yes No Secretarial Services Yes No
I. BACKGROUND UNDP is supporting Indonesia in maintaining the country s rich environment in addition to facilitating the development of innovative financing mechanisms. UNDP is working towards creating a sustainable environment and development policies that integrate climate change concerns, and at the same time, reduces poverty and works towards human development. This year provides many opportunities to achieve the above-mentioned objectives while also providing new solutions to some of Indonesia s most pressing environmental concerns in addition to greater institutional support. The Indonesia Government has allocated 12.7 million hectares of forest area in the form of utilization permits, and establishing partnerships with land permit holders thereby recognizing their right to land. The Government has allocated 4.5 million hectares for land distribution of which 4.1 million hectares are allocated to forest areas. This policy is expected to effectively remedy forest management and land ownership disputes between the private sector and local communities. However after two years of implementation, the policy on the allocation of forest resources, the realization of granting licenses for new social forestry has only reached 469,966 hectares or 3.7% (24 November 2016, Directorate of Social Forestry Areas Arrangement), and given recognition to just nine new indigenous forests. The proposed solution to address the challenges identified requires more than a policy aimed at allocating forest resources to local communities. In order to combat this issue, institutions and regulations need to create sustainable and profitable social forestry businesses that are a source of revenue for indigenous, local community, and in particular women and government. While working to reduce poverty through environmental initiatives is important to the development of green economies, it is also crucial that UNDP work closely with local governments to ensure the sustainability of projects. In an effort to provide greater institutional support for environmental initiatives, UNDP is also working with the government of Musi Banyuasin District to establish a Sovereign Wealth Fund. The purpose of this fund is to combat the issue of resource curse by using the district s abundant natural resources for the benefit of future generations (saving for future generations and allocating for special expenditures), and to use the fund to protect revenues derived from natural resources for later use during low revenue periods (stabilization). Despite the local government receiving earnings in the form of tax and non-tax state revenues, such as royalties, and government shares of oil and gas contracts, inequality remains rampant in the region. Moreover, in collaboration with the Government, UNDP has made great strides to strengthen the legal aspects of the environmental sector in Indonesia. In many countries, including Indonesia, law enforcement of environment related crimes have not effectively served as a deterrent to perpetrators. Instead, ineffective law enforcement enables the continuation of illegal activities in forest areas, which includes illegal logging, mining and plantation activities without appropriate forest area conversion or encroachment permits which creates huge negative impact to environment. The lack of effective forest governance has contributed to Indonesia s ranking among countries with the highest deforestation and degradation rates in the world. UNDP Indonesia has systematically supported the Government of Indonesia in tackling environment related crimes since the beginning of reformation era. Lessons learned over the years have pointed out that weak law enforcement in the environment sector is best addressed with the use of a Multi- Door Approach. This approach was launched by the Government in 2012 under the name Multi-Door Approach to address environment related crimes in forest areas and peatlands (hereinafter referred
to as the Multi-Door Approach ) and is seen as a major breakthrough in handling environment related crimes in forest areas and peatlands. Although Multi-Door Approach has been launched and implemented, based on the initial assessment conducted by UNDP Indonesia in 2015, the implementation of the joint guideline of Multi-Door Approach is highly dependent on the capacity to coordinate between law enforcement agencies. This includes case handling coordinated by the prosecutor s office as well as coordination among investigators of law enforcement agencies. Lastly, as the world s largest archipelago and one of the most biodiverse regions, Indonesia is quickly becoming a popular destination for tourists. In 2014, the country s tourism industry, directly and indirectly, generated $80 billion USD representing close to 10% of its GDP (World Travel and Tourism Council). Seeing the value of the industry, the central government has increased the budget of the Ministry of Tourism and is making greater efforts to promote the country s brand as a travel destination. It is clear that tourism will only continue to grow in Indonesia and has become part of the government s larger development strategy. In our efforts to achieve sustainable development through innovation, UNDP sees community-based and responsible tourism as an opportunity to challenge environmental degradation in Indonesia, while supporting the economic livelihoods and agency of local communities. Research has shown that this holistic approach to tourism, among other benefits, can ease economic dependence on natural resources, provide a supplemental source of income, and protect local histories and cultures while raising conservation awareness. Moreover, as the on demand economy (tech companies providing immediate goods and services i.e. uber, airbnb etc.) grows, there is great potential to partner with the private sector to enhance the quality and reach of a community-based and responsible tourism project in Indonesia. These contributing factors coupled with the enthusiasm of the local community, makes Wakatobi an ideal pilot location for this project. II. SCOPE OF WORK, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED ANALYTICAL WORK Under the guidance of Technical Adviser for Natural Resources Governance, the expert is tasked to: Conduct research pertaining to Natural Resources Governance in Indonesia. Prepare TORs and recruit consultants for Peatland Restorations Agency Support Facility & the Sovereign Wealth Fund and Social Forestry Financing projects. Finalize project documents and project proposals for the Sovereign Wealth Fund, Community-Based and Responsible Tourism. Support the monitoring and evaluating of Multi-Door Approach to Counter Natural Resources and Environment Related Crimes and Peatland Restorations Agency Support Facility. Develop innovative project ideas for natural resource governance and economic development and policy analyses for current projects
III. WORKING ARRANGEMENTS Institutional Arrangement The Consultant will be supervised by and report to the Results Based Management Analyst, Quality Assurance and Results Unit, who will also carry out a performance evaluation at the end of the assignment. Duration of the Work 102 working days (July - December 2017) Duty Station Jakarta Expected Places of Travel (if applicable): N/A Travel Plan Below is an indicative travel plan for the duration of the assignment. The Consultant will be required to travel to the below indicated destinations and include the relevant costs into the proposal. There may be also unforeseen travel that will come up during the execution of the contract, which will be agreed, on ad-hoc basis. No Destination Frequency Duration/days N/A N/A N/A I. REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS I. Academic Qualifications: Master s Degree in Global Governance II. Experience: Minimum 2 year of relevant experience in social issues and global governance Having an experience in research business processes Having experience in creating the written analysis on research concerning community-based sustainable tourism, green growth, e-governance, best practices for sustainable urbanization and the Indonesian technology sector. Good analytical skill proven by previous and current works Result orientation skill Time management Knowledge on sovereign wealth fund or natural resources fund is an advantage. Functional Competencies: Knowledge Management and Learning Promotes knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills
Development and Operational Effectiveness Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting Ability to lead formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects, mobilize resources Ability to formulate and manage budgets, manage contributions and investments, manage transactions, conduct financial analysis, reporting and cost-recovery Good knowledge of the Results Management Guide and Toolkit Good ICT skills, knowledge of Atlas Ability to implement new systems and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change Management and Leadership Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities Other Requirements: In addition to the scope and responsibilities stated above, the incumbent will be required to undertake other ad hoc tasks that may arise during the contract period. These tasks will be delegated by the supervisor who will ensure that these ad hoc tasks do not impede on the incumbent s ability to meet contractual obligations/deliverables. All materials and other intellectual property produced while working under contract including, but not limited to, documents, presentations, white papers, photographs and other media, will remain the property of UNDP and are required to be submitted to UNDP Senior Management for archiving.. EXPECTED RESULTS/DELIERABLES Deliverables/ Outputs 1. Developing TORs for Expert Group, Senior Advisors and project support for Indonesia Peatland Restoration Agency Phase II. 2. Report on Finalization project proposal and project documents for BRG Phase II. 3. Providing Project report for Multi-Door Approach to Counter Natural Resources and Environment Related Crimes. 4. Providing Progress report on the project launch of Multi-Door Approach to Counter Natural Resources and Environment Related Crimes. Target Due Dates August 2017 September 2017 (11 working days) September 2017 (6 working days) October 2017 Review and Approvals Required Technical Adviser for Natural Resources Governance
5. Report on the support provided to the design of the Sovereign Wealth Fund in Musi Banyuasin District. 6. Providing Concept notes for bilateral donors and the private sector concerning social forestry financing. 7. Report on resource mobilization and project development for Community-Based and Responsible Tourism in Wakatobi. 8. Report on the work accomplished towards the implementation of the Sovereign Wealth Fund in Musi Banyuasin District. October 2017 November 2017 December 2017 (6 working days) December 2017 (11 working days) I. EALUATION METHOD AND CRITERIA Individual consultants will be evaluated based on the following methodology: Cumulative analysis using weighted scoring method will be applied to evaluate the applicant. The award of the contract will be made to the individual consultant whose offer has been evaluated and determined as: Responsive/compliant/acceptable with reference to TOR, and Having received the highest score out of a pre-determined set of weighted technical and financial criteria specific to the solicitation. Technical Criteria Weight: 70% Financial Criteria Weight: 30% Only candidates obtaining a minimum of 70 point would be considered for the Financial Evaluation Criteria Weight Maximum Point Technical 100 Criteria A: qualification requirements as per TOR: 70% 70 1. Master s Degree in Global Governance. 2. Minimum 2 year of relevant experience in social issues and global governance 3. Having experience in creating the written analysis on research concerning community-based sustainable tourism, green growth, e-governance, best practices for sustainable urbanization and the Indonesian technology sector. 4. Having an experience in research business processes. 20 20 20 10 Criteria B: Brief Description of Approach to Assignment 30% 30 (elaborate it in Technical Proposal) Criteria C: Further Assessment by Interview (if any) N/A N/A