Indonesia: Microgrids GCF Concept Note Writer Consultant

Scope of Work

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) requires the services of a qualified expert to be Microgrids GCF Concept Note Writer Consultant (hereafter referred to as “the Consultant”).  The assignment for the Consultant is covering three phases:

1)      Gap analysis of the existing concept note (CN);

2)      Develop improved CN in accordance with GCF latest CN form;

3)      Gap analysis of assessment/studies requirement to develop GCF funding proposal.

The microgrids project concept note is expected to be based on microgrids project received by the NDA, which needs to be improved with further analysis by the Consultant. Existing feasibility studies and other data will be provided by the DAE of the project developer. The Consultant is also expected to provide gap analysis report covering further studies, such as gender assessment studies, and activities that might be required by the AE and the project developer.

In performing his/her tasks, the Consultant will work closely with the NDA, the readiness project team, project proponent, and PT SMI as the DAE.  The Consultant may be required to work at the NDA Secretariat.

Roles and Responsibilities

The Consultant will be responsible for the following tasks and duties:

1. Conduct research and analysis on:

-        Analyse the existing microgrid CN based on similar projects that have been approved by the GCF

-        Other microgrids, small island projects submitted to GCF

2. Prepare high-quality reports on:

-        Proposed options and recommendations on microgrids concept note including analysis on strengths and weaknesses for proposed options.

-        Gap analysis on further studies requirement and work activities to develop full proposal, including the recommendation for AE(s) to be matchmade with the project concept note

3. Develop a high-quality concept note for the microgrids project. The CN should minimum have below qualities:

-        Sound arguments and rationale that demonstrate project alignment with 6 GCF Investment Criteria

-        Appropriate implementation arrangement

-        List of initial risk analysis and mitigation of the project concept

4. Provide recommendations/roadmap on follow-up study to support implementation of the microgrids project

5. Prepare quality presentations in relation to the project concept note

6. Develop and maintain active coordination, on a day-to-day basis, with the NDA and GGGI

Note:

The consultant/expert is to provide his/her own equipment to produce all deliverables.

Output/Reporting Requirements/Deliverables

The consultant will report to the Green Investment Specialist.

Expected deliverable, delivery timeline, and payment schedule are as follow:

Qualifications/Experience/Expertise

He or she must have the following qualifications:

• Masters degree or higher, in business or commerce, finance, economics, international development or relevant fields;
• At least 10 years of experience in working and/or doing research in topics such as climate change policy, climate financing, and waste management policy in development countries.
• An extensive knowledge on renewable energy landscape, especially for microgrids, in Indonesia and/or other relevant countries;
• Understanding of the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and GCF investment criteria;
• Proven experience in developing concept notes/proposals for climate projects financing to donors, preferably to GCF (please include the list of concept notes/proposals in your CV);
• Demonstrated experience in the design and development of climate change mitigation and adaptation projects, specifically oriented towards obtaining (international) donor funding;
• An excellent track record in analyzing projects/programs within national and international context;
• Strong reporting and writing abilities;
• Excellent facilitation skills;
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and motivational skills and sensitivity to the local environment as well as the ability to work with minimal supervision;

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