Technical Expert - Kenya SPOKE implementation and programme support
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UNEP is seeking a Technical Expert to support implementation of the Denmark-funded Kenya SPOKE programme. The consultant will provide technical reviews, stakeholder coordination, and expertise in sustainable cooling and cold-chain solutions.
- Support implementation and scaling of the Kenya SPOKE programme
- Minimum five years of relevant professional experience
- Advanced degree in engineering, environmental management, or a related field
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UNEP is seeking a Technical Expert to support implementation of the Denmark-funded Kenya SPOKE programme. The consultant will provide technical reviews, stakeholder coordination, and expertise in sustainable cooling and cold-chain solutions.
- Support implementation and scaling of the Kenya SPOKE programme
- Minimum five years of relevant professional experience
- Advanced degree in engineering, environmental management, or a related field
- Applications close on November 20, 2026
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Technical Expert - Kenya SPOKE implementation and programme support
UNEP - United Nations Environment Programme
Kenya
International
CON level
Speaks English, Swahili
Application deadline: November 20, 2026 (15 days)
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Summary by Impactpool
The United Nations Environment Programme is seeking a Technical Expert to provide implementation and technical support for the Denmark-funded Kenya SPOKE programme. The consultant will work closely with partners to enhance sustainable cooling and cold-chain solutions, strengthen stakeholder engagement, and ensure the successful delivery of programme activities. Responsibilities include technical reviews, assessments, and the preparation of reports and knowledge products. The role requires collaboration with various stakeholders to identify opportunities for scaling and replicating solutions in Kenya.
Candidate Requirements:
Advanced university degree in engineering, environmental management, agriculture, climate change, or related field
Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in programme management, sustainable cooling, or cold chains
Experience working on energy, cooling, and cold-chain programmes in East Africa
Fluency in written and spoken English
Knowledge of Swahili is desirable
Result of Service
Effective technical, implementation and partnership support is provided to the Denmark-funded Kenya SPOKE programme, resulting in the successful delivery, operationalization and scaling of SPOKE activities and strengthened national capacity for sustainable cooling and cold-chain development. The consultant will also provide targeted technical support to the wider SCCCS programme through technical reviews, assessments and knowledge-sharing activities. Under the guidance of the Head of the Policy and Planning Unit and in close collaboration with the SCCCS Strategic and Partnerships Lead and in close coordination with implementing partners, particularly the ACTS, the consultant will contribute to: 1. Successful implementation, operationalization and expansion of the Kenya SPOKE in collaboration with ACTS and key stakeholders. 2. Strengthened partnerships, stakeholder engagement, governance arrangements and visibility of the Kenya SPOKE. 3. Identification and development of opportunities for deployment, scaling and replication of sustainable cooling and cold-chain solutions through the Kenya SPOKE. 4. Technical review and quality assurance of studies, assessments, reports, business cases and other deliverables produced under the Kenya SPOKE. 5. Improved technical quality, relevance and impact of Kenya SPOKE interventions, technologies, business models and knowledge products through the provision of expert technical advice and recommendations. 6. Timely review and technical assessment of project proposals, concept notes and investment opportunities to support Kenya SPOKE activities and broader SCCCS objectives. 7. Timely preparation of technical analyses, briefing notes, reports, presentations and knowledge products to support Kenya SPOKE implementation, programme learning and donor reporting. 8. Generation and dissemination of lessons learned, good practices and technical recommendations from Kenya SPOKE activities to support programme learning, replication and scale-up within SCCCS and beyond. Throughout the assignment, the consultant will work as an integral member of the SCCCS team, collaborating closely with UNEP colleagues, implementing partners and key stakeholders, and contributing to programme meetings, technical reviews, workshops, field missions and other activities as required to support successful programme implementation.
Work Location
Kenya
Expected duration
6 months (with possible extension)
Duties and Responsibilities
Led by UNEP, the Sustainable Cooling and Cold Chain Solutions (SCCCS) programme advances the development, deployment and scaling of sustainable, climate-friendly cooling and cold-chain solutions to enhance food security, reduce post-harvest losses, strengthen livelihoods and build climate resilience. Implemented through strategic partnerships, including the African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS) in Kenya, SCCCS supports technical assistance, capacity building, innovation, policy engagement and demonstration projects that promote equitable access to sustainable cooling solutions across Africa. UNEP requires the services of a consultant to provide dedicated technical and implementation support to the Denmark-funded SCCCS Specialized Outreach and Knowledge Establishment (SPOKE) programme in Kenya, which will constitute the primary focus of the assignment. Working closely with ACTS and UNEP, the consultant will support the delivery, operationalization and expansion of SPOKE activities, strengthen stakeholder engagement and partnerships, and identify opportunities for scaling sustainable cooling solutions. In addition, the consultant will provide targeted technical support to the wider SCCCS programme, including the review of cooling and cold-chain project proposals and technical outputs, as required. Home-based in Kenya, the consultant will work as part of UNEP's SCCCS team, collaborating closely with the SCCCS Strategic and Partnerships Lead, and report directly the Head of the Policy and Planning Unit, Mitigation Branch, Climate Change Division. The consultant will: 1. Support the implementation, operationalization, monitoring and scaling of the Denmark-funded Kenya SCCCS Specialized Outreach and Knowledge Establishment (SPOKE) programme in collaboration with ACTS and other partners. 2. Provide technical and strategic inputs to Kenya SPOKE planning, stakeholder engagement, partnership development, workshops, consultations and other programme activities. 3. Provide technical advice on sustainable cooling and cold-chain technologies, business models, deployment approaches and market opportunities relevant to Kenya SPOKE priorities and SCCCS objectives. 4. Review and assess project proposals, concept notes, investment opportunities and other submissions, and provide recommendations to UNEP. 5. Review technical studies, assessments, reports, business cases and other programme outputs and provide quality assurance and recommendations for improvement. 6. Assess the technical feasibility, sustainability, scalability and potential impact of cooling and cold-chain interventions, pilot projects and deployment initiatives. 7. Prepare technical briefs, reports, presentations, case studies, lessons learned and other knowledge products to support programme implementation, learning, communication and donor reporting. 8. Contribute technical inputs to programme reports, management briefings, donor reports and other SCCCS programme management processes. 9. Perform other related duties as required by the supervisor.
Qualifications/special skills
Advanced university degree in engineering, environmental management, agriculture, climate change, development studies or related field. A first-level university degree, in combination with minimum five additional years of qualifying experience, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in in programme management, sustainable cooling, cold chains, agriculture, climate or development programmes is required. Experience working on energy, cooling and cold-chain programmes in East Africa is required. Experience of donor-funded programmes and/or UN organizations is desirable.
Languages
Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of Swahili is desirable.
Additional Information
Not available.
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Summary by Impactpool
The United Nations Environment Programme is seeking a Technical Expert to provide implementation and technical support for the Denmark-funded Kenya SPOKE programme. The consultant will work closely with partners to enhance sustainable cooling and cold-chain solutions, strengthen stakeholder engagement, and ensure the successful delivery of programme activities. Responsibilities include technical reviews, assessments, and the preparation of reports and knowledge products. The role requires collaboration with various stakeholders to identify opportunities for scaling and replicating solutions in Kenya.
Candidate Requirements:
Advanced university degree in engineering, environmental management, agriculture, climate change, or related field
Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in programme management, sustainable cooling, or cold chains
Experience working on energy, cooling, and cold-chain programmes in East Africa
Fluency in written and spoken English
Knowledge of Swahili is desirable
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Technical Expert - Kenya SPOKE implementation and programme support
UNEP - United Nations Environment Programme
Kenya
International
CON level
Speaks English, Swahili
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