CONSULTANCY - Support SWIO RCC-Network Demonstration Phase

This consultancy supports the implementation and successful completion of the RCC-Network demonstration phase in the South-West Indian Ocean region, facilitating preparation for formal WMO designation. The consultant will provide technical guidance, coordination, capacity development, monitoring, and preparation for RCC designation in line with WMO standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance to participating NMHSs and RCC-Network institutions in implementing their assigned RCC functions and support operational delivery of RCC products and services in accordance with WMO requirements and standards.
• Assist participating institutions in documenting procedures, workflows, and quality-management practices relevant to RCC operations.
• Support the establishment and strengthening of mechanisms for routine production and dissemination of RCC products.
• Facilitate coordination among participating countries and RCC-Network partners.
• Assist and facilitate the organization of the Management Committee sessions.
• Organize and facilitate technical meetings, workshops, and consultation sessions.
• Promote collaboration and information exchange among participating institutions.
• Identify capacity-development needs and recommend measures to strengthen institutional and technical capacities.
• Monitor progress towards implementation of mandatory RCC functions.
• Identify operational, technical, and institutional gaps that may affect readiness for designation.
• Develop recommendations and action plans to address identified gaps.
• Support participating institutions in compiling evidence required for the RCC designation assessment process.
• Assist the RCC-Network in preparing documentation required for WMO RCC designation.
• Review compliance with RCC designation criteria and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Facilitate endorsement processes and consultations required among participating countries and relevant governance bodies.

Requirements

• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or higher) in Meteorology, Climatology, Hydrology, Atmospheric Sciences, Climate Science, or a closely related discipline.
• At least 10 years of experience in climate services, NMHS operations, or RCC-related activities.
• Experience with WMO frameworks (RCCs, GDPFS).
• Proven experience in regional projects and capacity development.
• Strong technical expertise in climate monitoring, climate prediction, and climate data management.
• Experience in coordination and stakeholder-engagement skills.
• Strong analytical and report-writing abilities.
• Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality outputs within agreed timelines.
• Excellent knowledge of English and French (both oral and written).
• Knowledge of other official languages of WMO would be an advantage.

Skills

• Climate Services
• NMHS Operations
• RCC Frameworks
• GDPFS Framework
• Regional Project Management
• Capacity Development
• Climate Monitoring
• Climate Prediction
• Climate Data Management
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Technical Coordination
• Report Writing
• Independent Work
• WMO standards
• English Language Proficiency
• French Proficiency

Languages

English, French