Industry Consultant for GHS in Africa Job ID : 267055

Result of ServiceIndustry is a key actor for GHS implementation, as it will ultimately be required to execute the regulatory requirements that are to be adopted. To help facilitate the spread of information and build capacity related to GHS, the chemical industry usually works through national/local chemicals associations. Often, these associations have a staff member or contact person with specific expertise in GHS, as well as a number of local contacts throughout the region. The four recipient project countries either do not have such associations, or no staff member with GHS expertise to help facilitate these activities. The consultant will assist the Knowledge and Risk Unit with engaging industry stakeholders through meetings and workshops in GHS Africa project countries, while also supporting the refinement of training materials for capacity building developed by UNITAR. The consultant will also provide support for country-specific implementation related to industry engagement, analyzing stakeholder feedback, and fostering collaboration between government and industry actors. The consultant will serve as focal point to coordinate industry participation and engagement for the pilot project to support African countries in overcoming barriers in implementing the UN GHS. The consultant will work with all project stakeholders to: - establish effective industry-government collaboration platforms for GHS implementation. - enhance stakeholders' capacity through tailored training. - address barriers to GHS adoption and ensure ongoing engagement and feedback mechanisms that support the successful and sustainable integration of GHS in the participating countries.Work LocationExpected durationDuties and ResponsibilitiesQualifications/special SkillsLanguagesAdditional InformationNo FeeApply Now