MRV CONSULTANT, METHANE MITIGATION (MRV CONSULTANT) - MALAYSIA
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CURRENT OPPORTUNITY
Asia Regional Office (ROA). ROA oversees a diverse portfolio of projects in the South, Southeast, and Central Asia region, assisting GGGI Member States cultivate sustainable development models to drive their economic growth. Its main functions include comprehending the unique requirements of each country, forging robust partnerships with stakeholders and collaborators involved in regional sustainable development initiatives, and developing regional projects and programs in policy and/or investment.
ASEAN-Korea Cooperation on Methane Mitigation (AKCMM). AKCMM is a 3-year, USD 20M regional project aimed at reducing methane emissions at scale in ASEAN Member States (AMS). The project seeks to achieve this objective through the following four interventions (i.e., outputs):
- Output 1. Developing enabling policies and institutions
- Output 2. Improving measurement of methane emissions
- Output 3. Designing, financing, and implementing methane reduction sub-projects
- Output 4. Promoting regional dialogue and partnership
This individual consultancy assignment will focus on the implementation of the AKCMM in Malaysia, focusing on the delivery of Outputs 1, 2, and 4. The MRV Consultant will give more emphasis to supporting Output 2.
Reporting to the Project Manager, the MRV Consultant, Methane Mitigation (โMRV Consultantโ), will play a critical role in the successful completion of the Malaysia component of the AKCM. The MRV Consultant will work closely with the project team members who are responsible for AKCMMโs Malaysia component. The members include the Project Manager, Senior Associate, Policy Analyst, and the local consulting firm. The MRV Consultant โ together with his/her AKCMM colleagues โ will also receive guidance from the Asia Regional Office since AKCMM is a regional project being undertaken in ASEAN Member States. Staff members from the regional office will lead the delivery of AKCMMโs regional elements and share best practices of/lessons learned from other GGGI country teams.
The MRV Consultantโs main responsibility is to successfully complete all activities under Output 2 and thereby contribute to improved MRV of methane emissions in Malaysia. The activities are as follows: gap analysis of Malaysiaโs methane emissions inventory; improve methane emissions MRV for key sectors; and support compliance with MRV requirements under the Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF).
The MRV Officerโs secondary responsibilities are the following: support the Policy Analyst (Methane Mitigation) in delivering Output 1; contribute to Output 4 by drafting blogs, briefs, and presentation decks; undertake all tasks required to comply with administrative and reporting rules of the Government of Malaysia, GGGI headquarters, ASEAN-Korea Cooperation Fund (AKCF), and the ASEAN Secretariat; provide the necessary backstopping support as needed and requested by the Project Manager and ROA; explore and assess opportunities to expand the activities in Malaysia based on stakeholder needs and priorities; perform other ad hoc duties as required.
DELIVERABLE/OUTPUTS
Deliverables
Indicative Timeline*
Payment (%)
- Input to improved measurement of methane emissions
- Contribution to gap analysis of methane emissions inventory
- Support to the procurement and onboarding process for engaging a local consulting firm to support the delivery of project outputs
- Assessing the limitations of current methodologies and practices for estimating methane emissions (e.g., underestimation, gaps in coverage of emission sources, using emission intensities based on antiquated datasets, inadequate capacity, etc.).
- Baseline analysis, coverage and scope
- Assessment of data quality and accuracy (e.g., completeness, timeliness, uncertainty levels, and use of emission factors)
Support to the establishment of the National Methane Reduction Committee (MRC)
- Input for defining the MRC's scope, mandate, and responsibilities; and input for defining the TOR
- Documentation of all official letters, stakeholder meetings, missions, press releases, and other relevant correspondences regarding the MRC
Support to the establishment and operationalization of the ASEAN knowledge platform for methane reduction
- Input to platform design and development
February-April
20%
(4,800)
- Continued support to improved measurement of methane emissions
- Analysis of technical capacity and infrastructure (measurement tools and techniques, data collection systems, capacity building needs)
- Assessment of policy and regulatory framework
- Analysis of emerging technologies and practices
- Contribution to action plans to address the identifies limitations in the short, medium, and long term
Continued support for the operationalization of the National Methane Reduction Committee (MRC)
- Coordination and communication with local consulting firm and key government stakeholders
- Participation in stakeholder consultation meetings and workshops
Input to the development of the National Methane Reduction Plans (MRP) for Malaysia
- Stakeholder engagement and coordination for the development of MRP
- Input to baseline assessment, visioning, and prioritization
Support to the establishment and operationalization of the ASEAN knowledge platform for methane reduction
- Input to knowledge collection and curation (e.g., identifying, collecting, and organizing relevant resources)
April-June
20%
(4,800)
- Continued support to improved measurement of methane emissions
- Improving methane data for priority sector(s) (e.g., agriculture, energy, waste), as determined by the MRC, by developing country or facility-specific emission factors.
- The data will serve as a baseline to estimate methane reductions and also be used in capacity building activities for government officials.
Continued support for the MRC and MRP
- Continuation of stakeholder engagement and coordination for MRC and MRP
Input to capacity building program on methane reduction
- Input to the capacity needs assessment on methane reduction
- Involvement in capacity building activities (details to be discussed based on the result of the needs assessment)
Support to the establishment and operationalization of the ASEAN knowledge platform for methane reduction
- Input to awareness and outreach (e.g., promoting the platform through targeted communication campaigns, events)
July-September
20%
(4,800)
- Continued support to improved measurement of methane emissions
- Further revision of sector-specific analysis (i.e., energy, agriculture, and waste)
- Further revisions of recommendations and roadmap (e.g., prioritized actions, capacity building, continuous improvement plan)
- Contribution to generating baseline data that will serve as a basis to estimate methane reductions
Continued support for the MRC and MRP
- Continuation of stakeholder validation and feedback on the draft MRP
Input to capacity building program on methane reduction
- Implementation of capacity building activities
- Documentation of meetings, workshops, etc.
Support to the establishment and operationalization of the ASEAN knowledge platform for methane reduction
- Input to maintenance of the platform's operation, ensuring content is regularly updated, and address technical or logistical issues
October-December
20%
(4,800)
- Continued support to improved measurement of methane emissions
- Refinement of sector-specific analysis (i.e., energy, agriculture, and waste) incorporating stakeholder input
- Finalization of prioritized actions and improvement plan
Input to improved measurement of methane emissions
- Contribution to national GHG inventory management and reporting on areas of need as identified by the MRC
Continued support for the MRC and MRP
- Continuation of incorporating stakeholder comments
Input to capacity building program on methane reduction
- Implementation of capacity building activities
- Documentation of meetings, workshops, etc.
Support to the establishment and operationalization of the ASEAN knowledge platform for methane reduction
- Input to gathering feedback to inform continuous improvement and adaptation to emerging needs
January- February 2026
20%
(4,800)
Important Note: The list of activities and timeline provided above is indicative and may evolve to accommodate emerging project needs and demands. As projects often operate in dynamic environments with shifting priorities, unforeseen challenges, and new opportunities, the Consultant is expected to exhibit a high degree of flexibility and adaptability. This includes the willingness to adjust work plans, re-prioritize tasks, and revise deadlines as necessary to ensure the project's success.
EXPERTISE REQUIRED
1) Qualifications
- Advanced university degree (Masterโs or equivalent) in natural sciences, energy, environment, engineering, or a related field
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in the oil and gas sector across both private and public domains, preferably as a senior analyst in Malaysia
- Relevant experience in GHG inventory preparation, with a solid understanding of the UNFCCC reporting and review processes, IPCC inventory guidelines, and/or Monitoring Mechanism Regulation (MMR) reporting requirements
- Strong expertise in methane emissions measurement methodologies and technologies in agriculture, waste, and oil and gas sectors
- Familiarity with key stakeholders in Malaysiaโs oil and gas sector (preferred); deep understanding of environmental issues in the oil and gas industry, particularly related to air emissions
- In-depth familiarity with the measurement of methane emissions in agriculture, waste, and oil & gas sectors (methodology and technology)
- Extensive experience collaborating with high-level regulators, policymakers, and oil and gas companies (preferred)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English and Malay (preferred)
- Proven ability to convey complex ideas clearly to diverse stakeholders with varying levels of expertise
- Advanced proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other office productivity tools
2) Functional
- A proactive attitude, with an ability to find workable solutions promptly.
- Punctual, professional, and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Input to gathering feedback to inform continuous improvement and adaptation to emerging needs
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with multicultural and interdisciplinary staff.
3) Corporate
- Understands and actively supports GGGIโs mission, vision, and values.
- Commits to team goals and works effectively across the organization with individuals of different views, cultures, nationality, gender, and age.
- Continuation of incorporating stakeholder comments
- Processes and shares information easily and is an excellent problem solver.
- Contribution to national GHG inventory management and reporting on areas of need as identified by the MRC
- Exemplifies the highest standard of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Child protection โ GGGI is committed to child protection, irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children. GGGIโs Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.
- Continued support to improved measurement of methane emissions
- Input to maintenance of the platform's operation, ensuring content is regularly updated, and address technical or logistical issues
- Continuation of stakeholder validation and feedback on the draft MRP
- Continued support to improved measurement of methane emissions
- Input to awareness and outreach (e.g., promoting the platform through targeted communication campaigns, events)
- Continuation of stakeholder engagement and coordination for MRC and MRP
- Continued support to improved measurement of methane emissions
- Input to knowledge collection and curation (e.g., identifying, collecting, and organizing relevant resources)
- Continued support to improved measurement of methane emissions
- Input to platform design and development
- Input to improved measurement of methane emissions