Economic and Legal Section - Special Advisory Services Division
Closing Date: 3 Feb 2012
Economic and Legal Section - Special Advisory Services Division
The Special Advisory Services Division (SASD) is the major development co-operation arm of the Commonwealth Secretariat, supporting the development efforts of Commonwealth Member countries through the provision of technical assistance and is funded by Commonwealth Fund for Technical Cooperation.
A significant part of the Division’s work is of a consultancy and advisory nature, delivered through a combination of in-house and external expertise. Within SASD, the Economic and Legal Section (ELS) provides policy, legal and economic advice and assistance on investment and related matters, focusing on the delivery of advice and assistance concerning the exploitation and development of natural resources, the delimitation of maritime boundaries and broader aspects of ocean governance.
ELS is currently seeking to enhance and increase its roster of external consultants with expertise in ELS’ focus areas, who may be considered for the purpose of specific short-term assignments or three to six months contracts.
In carrying out such contracts, consultants may be required to undertake the following tasks in respect of any of the ELS focus areas:
- Provide project administration assistance to ELS on the relevant projects, including in relation to the management of budgets in accordance with Commonwealth Secretariat project management rules and guidelines;
- Prepare policy and legal background papers, advice, reports and negotiation briefs for review by ELS;
- Deliver capacity building and training to member country Governments related to ELS’ focus areas;
- Where required by ELS, provide a ‘good offices’ role in relation to negotiations involving more than one Member country, and to conduct high level Government liaison on behalf of ELS;
- Prepare drafting instructions, draft provisions and related legal advice concerning ELS’ focus areas; and
- Assist in negotiations as required by ELS.
In this regard, expressions of interest are sought from individuals and firms with expertise and experience in any of the following matters:
Ocean Governance
Marine Policy and Legal Experts:
Policy experts and lawyers with expertise and experience relating to the development and implementation of integrated national ocean policy frameworks, marine resource management and development of national legislation. Senior institutional experience in a Ministry or Department related to marine resource management would be a positive advantage.
Technical Experts:
Technical experts with a specific focus on any of the following key areas: marine resource management; fisheries management; marine conservation; marine spatial planning and ecosystem based management; environmental economics (specifically related to the marine environment); integrated coastal zone management; maritime transport and marine pollution prevention; and marine tourism.
Maritime Boundaries
Legal Experts:
Lawyers with expertise and experience relating to the delimitation of maritime boundaries and related law of the sea issues including, the organization and conduct of maritime boundary negotiations, the preparation of extended continental shelf submissions and development of national legislation.
Technical Experts:
Technical experts in the fields of hydrography, geo-science and cartography, with experience in the application of such expertise in the conduct of maritime boundary negotiations and the preparation of extended continental shelf submissions.
Natural Resources
Legal
Legal Experts with experience in the development and review of legal and contractual frameworks related to oil, gas and mining as well as lawyers with experience in the provision of advice on the negotiation of agreements and contracts in these areas. Senior institutional experience in a Ministry or Department related to Natural Resources or with a major extractive industry company would be a positive advantage.
Economists & Commercial Expert
Experts with experience in the development of regulatory and contractual frameworks related to oil, gas and mining. Experience in project evaluation, fiscal regime, licensing or in contract negotiations would be a plus. Senior institutional experience in a Ministry or Department related to Natural Resources, with a major extractive industry company or as a high-level consultant is required.
Submission of Expression of Interest
Interested consultants are invited to submit their expression of interest along with an up to date CV and the completed Personal History Form to:
Mrs Puja D Sharma
HR (CFTC)
Commonwealth Secretariat
Pall Mall, London UK
SW1Y 5HX
p.sharma@commonwealth.int
Fax: + 44 20 7747 6520
Please Note: This invitation is open to independent consultants who are nationals of Commonwealth member countries.
Personal History Form
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