We’re Hiring: Waste Management Consultants in Fiji

Position Description

Recycle Organics is seeking in-country individual consultants or firms that will provide consulting services to support RO’s international methane mitigation and climate change work in the Pacific region, specifically in Fiji. The ideal candidate(s) will support the RO team with the on-the-ground implementation and coordination of the program’s activities in Fiji. The consultant/firm will report to the RO Team. 

The consultancy is expected to last three months, with an average weekly time commitment needed. The actions to be implemented in Fiji define their respective areas of work. These will be:

1. Identification of a project portfolio and prefeasibility studies

This action involves the identification of potential organic waste management projects within the country. The identification process has been successfully completed and, subsequently, projects have been selected for technical assistance in the form of a prefeasibility study. Additionally, the main financial sources for the implementation of organic waste projects are also being identified. This study is currently being carried out by the RO team.

The primary support required from the consultant for these projects includes:

• Contacting and following-up on communications with project developers, stakeholders and local authorities as needed.  
• Developing a baseline assessment for each country—further research will be needed over time regarding Solid Waste Management and Regulation.  
• Data collection efforts regarding specific information for the development of organic waste projects (such as local permit requirements, local costs of infrastructure and salaries and a benchmark of the market related to organic waste management projects by-products -compost, biol, biogas, energy and others). 
• Contacting and visiting new projects that may be identified during the year. Visit on-site potential projects and potential terrains for organic waste management projects. The program will finance any expenditures related to the field visits. It is preferable that the consultant has access to a vehicle. 
• Contacting the main financial stakeholders that could serve as sources of support for organic waste management projects for the country (e.g., development banks, non-governmental organizations, climate funds, among others).  
• Setting up meetings and interviews for data collection regarding the financial sector, such as interest rates or business models that could be financed.  
• Developing short reports (one or two pages) about site visits, meetings and other activities held to update the international RO team about the work being done in the country.  
• Collecting visual material (pictures and videos) at the on-site visits and meetings to support the communications team’s work in promoting the program 

   2. Pilot home composting program

This action involves the technical assistance and development of an implementation plan for a pilot home composting program. Based on the number of beneficiaries, an environmental education and support program will be implemented in parallel with delivering the composting bins. This pilot plan will also include measures of success to be discussed with the authorities with indicators that must be monitored over time. 

The primary support required from the consultant includes:

• Supporting data collection efforts related to quotations for the equipment, training and marketing efforts. 
• Identifying potential communities to pilot the program. This includes an assessment of whether it is better to implement it in a local school, local community or specific town council. This needs to be supported by data and discussed with the team. 
• Monitoring and reporting activities on-site, applying methodologies such as door to door surveys.

Qualifications

• You must reside in Fiji.
• Preferred: A background in solid waste management and/or climate change in Fiji.
• A degree in a relevant discipline or the equivalent experience in environmental areas, climate, or waste management (organic waste management is a plus). A graduate degree is a plus.
• Capable and comfortable engaging with stakeholders from the public and private sectors and maintaining dialogue on environmental issues.
• Able to work independently and be proactive in an autonomous environment.
• Excellent research and writing skills. Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Fluency in English.
• Business development capabilities/oriented.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and respect for timeliness and deadlines.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Teams, Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.