Ocean Governance Study of the Dominican Republic, Research Support Consultant

Organizational context: The United Nations Secretariat, through its Office of Legal Affairs and Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea, implements a project funded by Norway to support developing countries in building sustainable ocean-based economies. This role contributes to national-level analyses of ocean governance frameworks, focusing on capacity-building needs and effective management strategies. Job purpose: The Research Support Consultant will contribute to the Ocean Governance Study of the Dominican Republic by analyzing two selected ocean priority sectors: sustainable marine and coastal tourism, and maritime transport and port environmental management. This involves conducting research, undertaking consultations with national stakeholders, and preparing a comprehensive report. The ultimate goal is to identify capacity-building needs and provide recommendations for effective sector management, aligning with UNCLOS and related international frameworks. This work supports the broader UN project aimed at enhancing ocean governance in developing states, particularly Small Island Developing States (SIDS), fostering sustainable ocean-based economies. Responsibilities: Conduct desktop research to identify key laws, regulations, and policy documents related to the selected ocean sectors in the Dominican Republic. Undertake consultations with State officials and other national stakeholders to gather information and insights. Prepare and administer survey instruments to assess the legal and institutional framework of the selected sectors against UNCLOS requirements and identify capacity needs. Draft a comprehensive Priority Sector Report detailing the legal and institutional framework. Compile relevant national and international legal instruments pertaining to the selected sectors. Develop a prioritized inventory of identified capacity-building needs. Receive and incorporate feedback from the Division, the beneficiary State, and national stakeholders on draft deliverables. Education: An advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in international law, law of the sea, sustainable development, or a related science field is required. A PhD is an advantage. A first-level degree with two additional years of relevant experience may be accepted. Fluency in Spanish is essential, with excellent drafting and communication skills. Working knowledge of English is advantageous. Work experience: A minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in preparing analytical reports, conducting qualitative and quantitative research, and organizing multi-stakeholder meetings. Experience in ocean affairs and the law of the sea is required. Prior knowledge of and experience in research methodology are necessary. Previous UN system experience and experience working with or in the Dominican Republic are highly desirable. Skills: Analytical reporting, Qualitative and quantitative research, Multi-stakeholder meeting organization, Ocean affairs, Law of the sea, Research methodology, Spanish (fluent), English (working knowledge). Required languages: Spanish Desired languages: English #J-18808-Ljbffr UN Secretariat