Consultant to Support the Development of a National Climate Change and Health Strategy

The African Institute for Development Policy seeks a Consultant to support the Ministry of Health in developing a National Climate Change and Health Strategy for Kenya. Responsibilities include conducting literature reviews, stakeholder analyses, and creating a comprehensive strategy to address health impacts of climate change. The role requires a postgraduate degree and five years of relevant experience. The assignment is to be completed in six months and is based in Nairobi, Kenya.
JOB DETAILS: Scope of Work: The consultant will provide technical and strategic support to the Ministry of Health in developing a comprehensive Kenya Climate Change and Health Strategy. The scope of work includes: • Conducting a comprehensive review of the literature on the health impacts of climate change in Kenya. • Conducting a stakeholder analysis and engaging with key stakeholders, including the Ministry of Environment and Forestry, Ministry of Agriculture, and other relevant stakeholders, to gather inputs and ensure ownership of the strategy. • Provide leadership in developing a comprehensive strategy to address the health impacts of climate change in Kenya. The strategy should include the following elements: • A situation analysis of the health impacts of climate change in Kenya. • A set of strategic objectives and priorities for addressing the health impacts of climate change in Kenya. • A set of strategies and interventions to achieve the strategic objectives and priorities, including policy and institutional reforms, capacity building, and research. • A monitoring and evaluation framework to track progress in implementing the strategy. Deliverables: The consultant will deliver the following outputs: • A comprehensive literature review report on the health impacts of climate change in Kenya. • A stakeholder engagement report documenting inputs and feedback from key stakeholders. • A draft Kenya Climate Change and Health Strategy document for review by the Ministry of Health and its stakeholders. • A final Kenya Climate Change and Health Strategy document, incorporating feedback from the Ministry of Health and its stakeholders. Timeline: The consultant will complete the assignment within six (6) months. Qualifications: The consultant should have the following capabilities: • A post-graduate degree in public health, environmental health, or climate change. • Proven experience of at least five years on health and climate change-related issues, focusing on developing countries. • Demonstrated experience in conducting research and developing policy documents. • Strong analytical and writing skills. • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. • Budget: The consultant should provide a detailed budget, including all expenses related to the assignment, such as consultancy fees, travel costs, and other expenses. Work Hours: 8 Experience in Months: 60 Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree