Result of Service

The expert will delivered: i) Compilation of 10 best practices/business cases of CE, ii) A programme/series of Webinars on Circular Economy to promote knowledge sharing and best practices on CE principles, co-benefits and national and sectoral implementation, and at least 2 webinars conducted. iii) Organization of two dialogues or join activities between GACERE and the regional platforms in LAC and Africa. iv) Drafting of all sections related to GACERE’s outcomes, outputs, activities and indicators n the new GGKP/GACERE project document for the period 2026 – 2029. v) Technical support provided to other activities of GACERE work plan, including organization of meetings, PPT and briefings Expected outputs : 1. Provide technical contributions and research and compilation of evidence-based best practices and business cases of circular economy and on sustainable management of resources, this will include: a) Development of 10 good practices and business cases on circular economy from policies and initiatives implemented by GACERE members. Some of the cases will include policies and initiatives on CE, other will have sectoral scope on plastics, textiles, minerals, etc.

• The case studies will be done in cooperation with GACERE members and with UNEP sectoral teams.
• They will provide clear indicators on impact and social, economic and environmental co-benefits, as well as indicate potential for scalability.
• They can be in a format of infographic or videos.
• They will be available in GACERE website. b) Provide technical inputs to the cooperation between GACERE and the International Resource Panel (IRP), in the paper on Options for sustainable management of natural resources. c) Prepare concept notes, background documents, factsheets and other technical documents to communicate the benefits of circular economy and sustainable management of natural resources, this in close cooperation with relevant colleagues the Industry and Economy Division and with members of GACERE and regional platforms on CE. 2. Design and coordinate capacity development activities on CE principles and co-benefits, as well as circularity in sectoral value chains: a) Design and co-create a series of webinars on CE to showcase CE benefits, impact and contributions for climate, nature and pollution. Some of the webinars will include CE approaches and policies other will have a sectoral focus. b) The Webinar Series will be co-created with UNEP colleague, GGKP, IRP, UNIDO and GACERE members, and regional platforms on CE. c) Identify partners, technical experts and other relevant partners that could support the delivery of such webinars. 3. Support global and regional dialogues and partnerships between GACERE, and regional alliances (African Circular Economy Alliance (ACEA) and the LAC Circular Economy Coalition (LAC-CEC), among others) at least two dialogues/events. a) Assist in the preparation conference calls/ dialogues between GACERE and the regional platforms ACEA and LAC CEC, with clear objectives and identified areas of cooperation. b) Invite the Regional Platforms of CE to participate actively in some of the webinars listed in point 2 above. c) Support the organization of conferences and workshops of the Coalition, including the preparation of the agendas, invitations, background documents, presentations, minutes and other key documents. d) Identify synergies and build cooperation with other relevant partners and initiatives. 4. Support the development of the new GGKP (Green Growth Knowledge Partnership) / GACERE project document, including the drafting of all sections related to GACEREs outcomes, outputs, activities and indicators for the period 2026-2029 a) In close consultation with UNEPs FET global sub-programme coordinator, GACEREs members and partners as well as with GGKPs coordinator, develop GACEREs intervention strategy (outcomes, outputs, activities), results framework, budget and workplan for the period 2026-2029. b) Draft all sections related to GACERE and provide inputs and feedback on transversal sections of the GGKP/GACERE project document for the period 2026-2029 (theory of change, stakeholder analysis, communications strategy, etc.). c) Coordinate the review of the GGKP/GACERE project document, in particular GACEREs sections, by internal and external partners for finalization. Performance indicators:
• Timely delivery of outputs
• Quality of work and research.
• Level of participation of strategic partners and colleagues in the webinars.
• Communication and coordination skills, including regular communication of progress and sharing findings with the managers, colleagues and relevant partners through presentations and written updates. 3. Specific tasks and responsibilities The main duties and responsibilities of the consultant, include, but are not restricted to, the following: i. Provide technical inputs on sustainable management of resources and circular economy including carrying out research on best practices and business cases of circular economy; ii. Design and coordinate capacity development activities on CE principles and co-benefits, as well as circularity in sectoral value chains; iii. Support global and regional dialogues and partnerships between GACERE, and regional alliances (African Circular Economy Alliance (ACEA) and the LAC Circular Economy Coalition (LAC-CEC), among others) and other relevant partners such as the IRP, EMF, etc. iv. Technical support provided to other activities of GACERE work plan, including organization of meetings, PPT and briefings. 4. Reporting lines The consultant shall report directly to the Global Coordinator of Finance and Economic Transformation sub-Programme Work Location Home-based Expected duration 6 months Duties and Responsibilities The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. UN Environment’s mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action. UNEP’s Industry and Economy Division provides solutions for economic decision-makers and helps change the business environment by offering platforms for dialogue and cooperation, innovative policy options, pilot projects and creative market mechanisms. The Industry Innovation Branch promotes circular economy, resource efficiency and sustainable consumption and production (SCP) approaches and practices. This engaging with and providing technical support to governments, the business community and civil society organizations. It further works on building circularity in high-impact sectors (textile, plastics, electronics, and metals), by implementing innovative actions on policy, business and technology, as well as convening relevant stakeholders to promote the transition towards sustainability and circularity in sectors. Moreover, the UNEP -through the Industry Innovation Branch – is co-leading (together with UNIDO and the European Commission) the Global Alliance on Resource Efficiency and Circular Economy (GACERE). The Alliance aims to drive a global just transition toward a circular and resource efficient economy by advocating for sustainable consumption and production, mapping effective policies, and identifying barriers and governance gaps. It also seeks to strengthen global cooperation through research, partnerships, and dialogue to improve natural resource management. These efforts collectively support climate goals, biodiversity protection, and pollution reduction. In this context, UNEP is looking for an expert on circular economy to supports GACERE work plan, in particular to: i) Provide technical contributions on sustainable management…