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Ministry of Environment Protection and Natural Resources of Georgia Integrated Environmental Management Department Hydrometeorology and Climate Change Division Terms of Reference Position Title: Interns Reports To: Head of the Hydrometeorology and Climate Change Division Specific tasks include but are not limited to: 1.

Participate in evaluation of impacts of climate change on natural ecosystems and country’s economic sectors; 2.
Participate in establishment/improvement the greenhouse gases (GHG) emissions data collection system as well as contribute to the preparation of an inventory of GHG in accordance with the UNFCCC guidelines; 3.

Participate in development, management and implementation of projects in the fields of mitigation and adaptation to the climate change; 4.

Provide technical support in mainstreaming climate change in National/Regional/Sectoral programmes; 5.
Participate in public awareness campaigns on climate change issues; 6.

Prepare materials for ongoing Kyoto Protocol negotiations; 7.

Participate in preparation of a National Strategy and Action Plan to address climate change and its adverse impacts; 8.

Prepare concrete proposals for coordination of Climate Change-related activities of relevant Ministries, entities, scientific- research and other organizations in order to meet the commitments of the country to the UNFCCC; 9.
Participate in implementation of the KP-related policy in Georgia:  Development of specific legal acts as well as enhancement of institutional and technical capacity for preparation, promotion and implementation of CDM projects;  Facilitate communication between CDM project proponents and investors;  Collect and provide information to support the marketing of Certified Emissions Reductions (CERs);  Awareness raising on CDM issues among decision-makers and other relevant stakeholders;  Participate in international forums on CDM mechanisms.
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Participate in planning and management of Reforestation Carbon Projects and REDD initiatives.

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Carry out any other duties appropriate to the post as directed by the Head of Division.
The following skills are required:  Basic knowledge in climate change and sustainable development issues;  Familiarity with UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and its Kyoto Protocol;  Excellent oral and written communication skills (Georgian and English languages);  Team player, strong organisational, analytical, communication and advocacy skills;  Good problem solving skills;  Ability to comply with tight deadlines;  Ability to work in fast-paced team environment;  Good computer literacy (Microsoft Office and Excel).
 Experiences in writing and presenting technical reports in Georgian and English languages.

 Familiarity with low carbon development strategies and opportunities to mobilise funds for low carbon development projects (desired but not mandatory); Interested candidates should send their CV and a cover letter to s.machaidze@moe.gov.ge and geoairdept@caucasus.net by October 18th, 6 pm.