Climate-related Sectoral Studies and Policy Review Consultant, Banjul, Gambia

CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT : 2601544  Climate-related Sectoral Studies and Policy Review Consultant
Job Posting : 23/Jul/2026
Closure Date : 06/Aug/2026, 9:59:00 PM
Organizational Unit : FRGAM - FAO Representation in Gambia
Job Type :
Non-staff opportunities
Type of

Requisition :
Consultant
Grade Level : N/A
Primary Location :
Gambia-Banjul
Duration : 120 Days (WAE)
Post Number : N/A
FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture.
Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply;
Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO''s values
FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
FAO''s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.
Organizational Setting
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations is mandated by the United Nations General Assembly to lead international efforts to defeat hunger and poverty around the globe. In line with the above mandate, and in response to needs of the country, FAO Gambia and The Gambia Government, the Fisheries, Water Resources and National Assembly Matters Ministry received funding from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) through a project entitled “Climate Resilient Fishery Initiative for Livelihood Improvement in the Gambia” (PROREFISH Gambia).
The project is designed to strengthen the resilience of Gambian fisherfolk to climate change and enhance their livelihoods through the restoration of mangrove ecosystems to maintain fish and shellfish habitats, the development of climate-resilient fisheries infrastructure to reduce vulnerability and post-harvest losses, the introduction of improved processing technologies, and the promotion of sustainable aquaculture to offset the decline in capture fisheries.
Under component 3:
Improved climate change adaptive capacities, Activity 3.1.1 focuses on strengthening sectoral institutions and policies and building capacity to respond effectively to climate risks. The project will support the sectoral institutions, including the MoFWRNAM (Departments of Fisheries and Water Resources), the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Natural Resources (MoECCNR) Departments of Forestry and Parks and Wildlife) to gather and analyze data to identify climate risks and provide adequate policy responses and related actions.

This includes the development and revision of national policies, strategies, and standards.
To support these processes, FAO seeks the services of a qualified Consultant in undertaking climate-related sectoral studies and reviewing and revising relevant policies and strategies
Reporting Lines
Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in The Gambia, the technical supervision of the Lead Technical Officer (LTO), ESM unit in HQ, with the direct supervision of the National Project Coordinator, close collaboration with the International Consultant, the MoFWRNAM (Departments of Fisheries and Water Resources), and the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Natural Resources MoECCNR (Departments of Forestry and Parks and Wildlife), the consultant shall provide technical, operational, and coordination support for the effective implementation of climate-related sectoral studies, review and revision of relevant national policies and strategies to enhance climate resilience in the fisheries sector.
Technical Focus
The main objective of this assignment is to undertake climate-related sectoral studies and provide technical support for the review and strengthening of relevant national policies, strategies and standards, to enhance climate resilience, adaptive capacity, and sustainable livelihoods in the fisheries and associated natural resource sectors in The Gambia.
Tasks and responsibilities
Review the PROREFISH project document, GCF funding proposal, and relevant national policies, strategies and standards, related to fisheries, water resources, forestry, environment, Department of Parks and Wildlife  Management , and climate change to establish a clear understanding of the policy and institutional requirements. Identify gaps, inconsistencies, and areas required to be updated.
Map mandates, roles, and coordination mechanisms of key sectoral institutions, including the Departments of Fisheries and Water Resources under MoFWRNAM and the Departments of Forestry and Parks and Wildlife under MoECCNR.
Assess existing institutional capacities, gaps, and needs in climate risk…