(RFC 12114850) CONSULTANT-TIER 2 CATTLE GHG INVENTORY UNCERTAINTY CALCULATOR REVIEW-ZAMBIA

(RFC 12114850) CONSULTANT-TIER 2 CATTLE GHG INVENTORY UNCERTAINTY CALCULATOR REVIEW-ZAMBIA

THE ORGANIZATION

The Alliance of Bioversity International (www.bioversityinternational.org) and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) (www.ciat.cgiar.org) delivers research-based solutions that harness agricultural biodiversity and sustainably transform food systems to improve people’s lives. Alliance solutions address the global crisis of malnutrition, climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation.

The Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT is part of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food-secure future.

ABOUT THE POSITION

With support from the Global Methane Hub and its funding partners, the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT is developing an open-source, R-Shiny–based online tool that uses Monte Carlo simulation to quantify the uncertainty of IPCC Tier 2 cattle greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories, covering enteric fermentation, manure management, and associated N₂O emissions. The tool is intended for use by professionals compiling national Tier 2 cattle inventories who are familiar with IPCC methodologies but not necessarily with Monte Carlo simulation methods.

A working (beta) version of the tool has been developed and is being reviewed by international partners (FAO, UNFCCC, and the Global Research Alliance). To complement that review, an in-person workshop will engage inventory experts from two African countries — Zimbabwe and Zambia — to test the tool against real national inventory data, provide detailed feedback on the tool and its user guidance, and prepare country case studies to be released alongside the final public version of the tool.

The purpose of this consultancy is to engage a national inventory expert to (i) test the tool with the consultant’s national Tier 2 cattle inventory data, (ii) participate in the in-person review workshop in Nairobi, and (iii) provide structured written feedback and a country case study to inform the final release of the tool and its accompanying user guidance materials.

SCOPE OF WORK

The consultant will produce two deliverables:

1. Deliverable 1: Written feedback on the tool and associated guidance materials with recommendations. A structured written feedback document (approximately 3–6 pages, Word or PDF format) covering the uncertainty calculator tool and its accompanying user guidance materials, with specific recommendations for methodological, functional, and usability improvements ahead of the final public release. May include short observations from the consultant’s testing of the tool during the in-person workshop.
   
2. Deliverable 2: A case study of the application of the tool to the consultant’s Tier 2 national inventory for cattle. A short case study (approximately 4–8 pages, Word or PDF format, with supporting figures and tables) documenting the application of the tool to the consultant’s national Tier 2 cattle inventory data. The case study will describe the input data used, the uncertainty analysis outputs, interpretation of results, and lessons learned. Prepared in collaboration with Alliance staff and the D614 technical advisor, in a format suitable for public release alongside the tool.
   

THE CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES

The consultancy is estimated at 9 working days over an indicative contract period of approximately 4 months, aligned with the in-person workshop (workshop dates: TBC, Q3 2026).

Indicative timeline:

• Phase 1 — Preparation (2 days): familiarize with the uncertainty calculator tool and user guide; collate the national Tier 2 cattle inventory dataset and uncertainty estimates required for testing.
  
• Phase 2 — In-person workshop, Nairobi (3 days): attend the 3-day in-person workshop at the ILRI Nairobi campus, including tool testing, guided discussion, and case-study scoping.
  
• Phase 3 — Travel (2 days): return international travel between the consultant’s home base and Nairobi.
  
• Phase 4 — Post-workshop reporting (2 days): prepare the written feedback on the tool and user guidance (Deliverable 1) and the country case study (Deliverable 2).
  

Deliverable 1 (written feedback) is due within 2 weeks of the workshop close. Deliverable 2 (case study) is due within 4 weeks of the workshop close

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.

The consultant will be a senior national inventory expert with the following expertise, qualifications, and experience:

• PhD (or equivalent senior academic standing) in Animal Science, Livestock Systems, or a closely related discipline.
  
• At least 5 years of post-doctoral / post-graduate professional experience in livestock systems, animal science, or agricultural greenhouse gas inventory work.
  
• Active involvement in the compilation of Zambia’s Tier 2 cattle GHG inventory (as national consultant or equivalent), with working knowledge of IPCC Tier 2 methodologies and parameter data requirements for cattle.
  
• Experience engaging with national livestock policy institutions and agricultural stakeholders in Zambia.
  
• Fluent written and spoken English.
  
• Ability to travel internationally to attend the in-person workshop in Nairobi.
  
• USD-denominated bank account for receipt of consultancy payments.
  

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This Consultant position is based in Zambia (home-based) with a 3-day in-person workshop in Nairobi, Kenya. Travel-related costs for attending the workshop (flights, accommodation, airport transfers, DSA, and visa where applicable) will be covered separately by the Alliance. The consultancy will cover a period of 4 months (August 2026 –November 2026).

The Alliance Bioversity-CIAT is committed to fair, safe, and inclusive workplaces. We believe that diversity powers our innovation, contributes to our excellence, and is critical for our mission. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority. We encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability statuses, sexual orientations, marital status, and gender identities.

APPLICATIONS

Applicants are invited to visit https://alliancebioversityciat.org/careers to get full details of the position and to submit their applications. Applications MUST include reference number (RFC 12114850) CONSULTANT-TIER 2 CATTLE GHG INVENTORY UNCERTAINTY CALCULATOR REVIEW as the position applied for.

Applicants to submit:

• A technical proposal of no more than two (2) pages; and
  
• A financial proposal of no more than two (2) pages.
  

The Alliance does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, or training). The Alliance also does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. Cover letter and CV should be saved as one document using the candidate’s last name, or first name for ease of sorting. The Alliance collects and process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws. 

Applications Closing Date: 31^st July 2026

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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