POLICY ANALYST CONSULTANT, METHANE MITIGATION (POLICY ANALYST) - BRUNEI
INTRODUCTION TO GGGI
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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 Brunei, focusing on the delivery of Outputs 1, 2, and 4.
Reporting to the Project Manager, the Policy Analyst Consultant, Methane Mitigation (โPolicy Analystโ), will play a critical role in the successful completion of the Brunei component of the AKCM. The Policy Analyst will work closely with the project team members who are responsible for AKCMMโs Brunei component. The members include the Project Manager, Senior Associate, MRV Officer, and the local consulting firm. The Policy Analyst 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 Policy Analystโs secondary responsibilities are as follows: support the MRV Officer (Methane Mitigation) in delivering Output 2; 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 Brunei, 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 Brunei based on stakeholder needs and priorities; and perform other ad hoc duties as required.
DELIVERABLE/OUTPUTS
Deliverables
Indicative Timeline*
Payment (%)
- Support for the establishment of the National Methane Reduction Committee (MRC)
- Stakeholder mapping for the MRC
- Coordination and communication with key government stakeholders to get their buy-in for the MRC
- Support to the procurement and onboarding process for engaging a local consulting firm to support the delivery of project outputs
- Analysis of legal or regulatory basis for forming the MRC (e.g., government decree, executive order, or legislative mandate).
- Input for defining the MRC's scope, mandate, and responsibilities
- Input for defining the governance/organizational structure for the MRC
- Input for defining the TOR โ outlining roles, responsibilities, operational procedures, and decision-making processes
- Documentation of all official letters, stakeholder meetings, missions, press releases, and other relevant correspondences regarding the MRC
Input to improved measurement of methane emissions
- Contribution to gap analysis of methane emissions inventory (assessing the limitations of current methodologies and practices for estimating methane emissions)
Support to the establishment and operationalization of the ASEAN knowledge platform for methane reduction
- Input to platform design and development
February-April
20%
(5,000)
- Continued support for the operationalization of the National Methane Reduction Committee (MRC)
- Continued coordination and communication with local consulting firm and key government stakeholders
- Organization of stakeholder consultation meetings and workshops
- Documentation of all official letters, meetings, missions, press releases, etc.
Input to the development of the National Methane Reduction Plans (MRP) for Brunei
- Stakeholder engagement and coordination for the development of MRP
- Input to baseline assessment of methane emissions
- Input to the development of vision, objectives, and targets
- Input to the identification of key priorities, policy and regulatory review
Input to improved measurement of methane emissions
- Contribution to action plans to address the identifies limitations in the short, medium, and long term
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%
(5,000)
- 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)
Input to improved measurement of methane emissions
- Contribution to improving methane data for priority sectors as determined by the MRC
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%
(5,000)
- Continued support for the MRC and MRP
- Continuation of stakeholder validation and feedback on the draft MRP
- Contribution to incorporating the stakeholder comments into the draft MRP
- Contribution to drafting the M&E framework for the MRP
- Input to communication and advocacy
Input to capacity building program on methane reduction
- Implementation of capacity building activities
- Documentation of meetings, workshops, etc.
Input to improved measurement of methane emissions
- Contribution to generating baseline data that will serve as a basis to estimate methane reductions
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%
(5,000)
- Continued support for the MRC and MRP
- Continuation of incorporating stakeholder comments
- Input to communication and advocacy
Input to capacity building program on methane reduction
- Implementation of capacity building activities
- Documentation of meetings, workshops, etc.
Input to improved measurement of methane emissions
- Contribution to national GHG inventory management and reporting on areas of need as identified by the MRC
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%
(5,000)
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 (Master's degree or equivalent minimum) in public policy, environmental management, economics, climate change, or related fields
- Demonstrated experience working with government agencies (minimum 10 years), particularly in the energy and environment sectors, with a strong professional network
- Comprehensive understanding of the methane emissions policy landscape in Brunei, with a focus on key sectors such as fugitive emissions from oil and gas operations, agriculture, and waste management
- Extensive knowledge of stakeholder engagement processes in Brunei, specifically within the context of policy development, including agenda setting, scenario analysis, stakeholder consultation, decision-making, implementation, and evaluation
- Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in sustainable development or climate change, with a strong focus on policy advisory and policy development services.
- Strong analytical abilities with a keen interest in conducting rigorous analyses, even in the face of data limitations
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English and Malay (preferred)
- 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.
- 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.
- Processes and shares information easily and is an excellent problem solver.
- 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.
- Input to gathering feedback to inform continuous improvement and adaptation to emerging needs
- Contribution to national GHG inventory management and reporting on areas of need as identified by the MRC
- Continued support for the MRC and MRP
- Input to maintenance of the platform's operation, ensuring content is regularly updated, and address technical or logistical issues
- Contribution to generating baseline data that will serve as a basis to estimate methane reductions
- Continued support for the MRC and MRP
- Input to awareness and outreach (e.g., promoting the platform through targeted communication campaigns, events)
- Contribution to improving methane data for priority sectors as determined by the MRC
- Continuation of stakeholder engagement and coordination for MRC and MRP
- Continued support for the MRC and MRP
- Input to knowledge collection and curation (e.g., identifying, collecting, and organizing relevant resources)
- 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)
- Input to platform design and development
- Contribution to gap analysis of methane emissions inventory (assessing the limitations of current methodologies and practices for estimating methane emissions)
- Support for the establishment of the National Methane Reduction Committee (MRC)