National Consultant/Local expert for MTR Biodiversity Governance Project at UN Development Programme – Cabo Verde (with field missions to Santiago, Boa Vista, Santo Antão)

The UNDP Cabo Verde is seeking a National Consultant/Local expert to support the Mid-Term Review (MTR) of the GEF-funded project titled “Strengthening Biodiversity Governance Systems for the Sustainable Management of Living Natural Resources in Cabo Verde”.

This assignment is crucial for assessing the project's progress, identifying lessons learned and challenges encountered, and ultimately providing actionable recommendations to enhance the implementation and successful achievement of project results. The role involves acting as a National Evaluator/Team Expert for the Mid-Term Review of this GEF-Financed Biodiversity Governance Project in Cabo Verde. The assignment will span approximately 60 workdays, to be completed between November 2026 and January 2027, and will include a mandatory field mission to various locations within Cabo Verde, specifically Santiago, Boa Vista, and Santo Antão.

- Demonstrated expertise in biodiversity governance and natural resource management.
- Proven experience in conducting project evaluations, particularly mid-term reviews.
- Ability to assess project progress, identify challenges, and formulate practical recommendations.
- Experience with GEF-funded projects or similar international development initiatives is highly beneficial.
- Strong analytical and report-writing skills.
- Availability for a field mission in Cabo Verde between November 2026 and January 2027.