National Climate/Waste Sector MRV and Methane Expert

Position Title:

National Climate/Waste Sector MRV and Methane Expert

Organization:

Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC)

Project Name:

Empowering Methane Action with WasteMAP in Central Asia’s Waste Sector

Location:

Remote with participation in national/regional events and virtual meetings

Start Date:

June 01, 2026

Payment Type:

Delivery-based

Type of Contract:

Service contract

Duration:

June 2026 – May 2027 (12 months)

Application Deadline:

May 26, 2026

1

Methane emission hotspots in the Kyrgyz Republic identified

Development of a detailed Analytical report:

1.      on landfill sites with at least 3 spots in Bishkek and the surrounding 

areas, with identification of:

o   location

o   size

o   waste volumes, and

o   operational status

2.      narrative chapters, with at least:

o   national authorities,

o   hotspot analysis,

o   data comparisons, and

o   recommendations

Note to detailed Analytical report: 

A comprehensive analytical report assessing methane emissions from the solid waste sector in the Kyrgyz Republic using WasteMAP outputs, satellite-derived data, and available national datasets. 

The report shall identify methane emission hotspots, analyze discrepancies between national greenhouse gas inventories and observed emissions data, and provide practical recommendations to improve methane monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV), and to strengthen mitigation planning in the waste sector. 

The report should support national authorities in strengthening climate reporting processes, improving waste-sector emissions accounting, prioritizing mitigation actions, and informing the implementation of the country’s NDCs and the preparation of the Biennial Transparency Report (BTR). 

Including:

·        Executive summary of key findings and recommendations;

·        Overview of methodologies, data sources, and analytical approaches used;

·        Identification and spatial analysis of methane emission hotspots in the waste sector;

·        Comparative analysis of WasteMAP/satellite-derived emissions data and national greenhouse gas inventory data;

·        Assessment of key data gaps, inconsistencies, and underreported emission sources;

·        Recommendations for improving methane monitoring, MRV systems, and mitigation planning in the waste sector;

·        Maps, charts, and comparative tables supporting national decision-making

20 June 2026

Data Integration and

Enrichment for

WasteMAP

● An integrated and enriched dataset within WasteMAP for Kyrgyzstan containing spatially aligned methane emission spots.

● A technical data documentation note describing the sources, processing steps, and metadata of the uploaded and enriched

information. 

10 July 2026

2

Inventory Gap Analysis conducted, and System Upgrade Recommendations developed

Development of a detailed analytical report:

1.      Comparing satellite and WasteMAP data with national inventory data, highlighting inconsistencies, gaps, and opportunities for improvement

2.      Prioritization of Sites for Mitigation: Identification and prioritization of 3 landfill sites in Kyrgyzstan for targeted methane mitigation actions based on WasteMAP findings, satellite-derived emissions data, mitigation potential, and strategic relevance, including summary site profiles and recommendations for potential intervention measures. 

Development of a guidance document:

1.      MRV Improvement Recommendations: A methodological guidance document with concrete recommendations to enhance national greenhouse gas inventory quality, strengthen reporting accuracy, and integrate satellite and WasteMAP data into MRV systems. 

Note to detailed Analytical report: 

Analytical report comparing satellite-derived and WasteMAP methane emission estimates with Kyrgyzstan’s national greenhouse gas inventory for the waste sector, identifying methodological and data-driven inconsistencies, gaps in activity data and emission factors, and opportunities to improve inventory accuracy and MRV system integration, including:

·        Executive summary of key findings on data consistency between satellite/WasteMAP outputs and the national GHG inventory;

·        Description of data sources and methodologies used (WasteMAP, satellite observations, national inventory submissions, IPCC methodology assumptions);

·        Systematic comparison of emission estimates at national and, where possible, facility/landfill level;

·        Identification of key inconsistencies between satellite-derived emissions and national inventory data (e.g., missing sites, under/overestimation, outdated activity data);

·        Analysis of methodological differences (e.g., emission factors, Tier level assumptions, waste composition, activity data sources);

·        Identification of data gaps affecting inventory accuracy (e.g., incomplete landfill registry, lack of site-level monitoring, missing historical data);

·        Assessment of uncertainty and reliability of different datasets;

·        Identification of opportunities to improve national MRV and inventory methodologies through integration of WasteMAP and satellite data;

·        Recommendations for improving data harmonization, reporting consistency in the waste sector;

·        Visual outputs such as comparison tables, charts, and reconciliation summaries supporting national inventory improvement. 

Note for MRV Improvement Recommendations:

     The guidance document shall provide practical, country-specific methodological and institutional recommendations to support the integration of WasteMAP and satellite-derived methane observations into Kyrgyzstan’s national MRV system for the waste sector, with particular attention to improving inventory completeness, transparency, accuracy, and consistency in preparation for the 2026 Biennial Transparency Report (BTR), including:

·        Review of Existing MRV and GHG Inventory System in Kyrgyzstan

·        Assessment of Key Gaps and Challenges

·        Recommendations for Improving MRV Methodology

·        Institutional Recommendations

·        Capacity-Building Recommendations

·        Roadmap for Integration into BTR and NDC Processes

10 August 2026

Mitigation

Measures for

Strategic

Integration

Prioritized Methane Mitigation Action Report for National Integration 

Note to detailed Analytical report: 

Essentially a structured analytical report of the most important methane reduction actions for the waste sector, packaged so the government can directly use it in planning, NDC implementation, and MRV systems, including:

·        Executive summary of priority methane mitigation actions for the waste sector in Kyrgyzstan;

·        List of prioritized mitigation measures, based on WasteMAP hotspot findings (e.g., landfill gas capture, improved landfill management, organic waste diversion, composting);

·        Brief description of each measure, including what it is and where it applies;

·        Priority ranking of actions (high / medium / long-term or by impact / feasibility);

·        Identification of responsible institutions (national and municipal level);

·        Indicative implementation timelines (short-, medium-, long-term);

·        Linkage to national strategies, including NDCs, waste management plans, and MRV/BTR processes;

·        High-level implementation considerations, such as basic technical or institutional requirements. 

10 October, 2026

6

Virtual national workshop delivered in Kyrgyzstan 

Customized training modules on WasteMAP 

Training package developed for local experts, using multiple satellite sources to strengthen the long-term reliability of methane monitoring

Actively participate in the national WasteMAP training workshop; support mobilization of other relevant national experts (inventory compilers, waste sector specialists, municipal engineers, landfill operators).

Workshop reports, documenting key findings and feedback from participants (agenda, list of participants, minutes of the meeting with key findings and recommendation and further actions)

30 November 2026

7

Support for the Development of Bankable Pre-feasibility Study

Support the international consultant in the development of a bankable pre-feasibility study by providing national data, facilitating stakeholder engagement and site access, validating local assumptions, and ensuring that proposed methane mitigation solutions are technically and institutionally feasible within the context of Kyrgyzstan’s waste management system and regulatory framework.

·        Provide national data and background information on the selected landfill site (e.g., waste composition, operations, historical management);

·        Facilitate access to site(s) and coordinate with relevant municipal and landfill authorities;

·        Support field visits and data collection missions conducted by the international expert;

·        Validate site-specific assumptions and technical parameters used in the study;

·        Engage national and local stakeholders to ensure accuracy and completeness of information;

·        Review draft findings for consistency with national waste management practices and regulatory frameworks;

·        Provide inputs on institutional arrangements, permitting processes, and implementation feasibility of proposed solutions;

·        Identify national co-benefits, constraints, and risks of proposed mitigation options;

·        Ensure alignment of the study with national climate priorities, NDCs, and waste sector strategies;

·        Support coordination of national feedback on draft deliverables.

31 March 2027

8

Training Materials and Workshop Delivery

In-person stakeholder validation workshop

Participate in the national validation workshop; support presentation of findings to government stakeholders; facilitate the formal endorsement process with relevant ministries. 

Prepare a high-quality presentation summarizing the key outcomes, principal findings, and impacts of the assignment, tailored for effective communication and dissemination at project events and for broader awareness-raising activities. 

Workshop reports documenting key findings and feedback from participants (agenda, list of participants, minutes of the meeting with key findings and recommendation and further actions)

30 April 2027

Education

·        Advanced university degree (Master’s preferred) in environmental science, climate change, waste management, environmental engineering, geography, GIS, natural resource management, or a related field.

Professional Experience

·        At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in climate change, greenhouse gas inventories, waste management, environmental monitoring, or related fields;

·        Experience working with national climate reporting processes, MRV systems, GHG inventories, or NDC implementation;

·        Experience working with government institutions and national stakeholders in Kyrgyzstan;

·        Experience in data analysis, GIS, remote sensing, spatial analysis, or environmental spatial databases is an asset;

·        Familiarity with the waste sector and methane mitigation approaches is highly desirable;

·        Experience supporting international or donor-funded projects is preferred.

Technical Competencies

·        Understanding of IPCC methodologies and greenhouse gas accounting approaches;

·        Knowledge of methane emissions sources and mitigation measures in the waste sector;

·        Familiarity with environmental data analysis and interpretation;

·        Ability to review and validate technical and analytical reports;

·        Understanding of national environmental and waste management frameworks in Kyrgyzstan.

Skills

·        Strong analytical and report-writing skills;

·        Excellent stakeholder coordination and communication abilities;

·        Ability to work independently and meet deadlines;

·        Good organizational and facilitation skills.

Languages

·        Fluency in Russian;

·        Working knowledge of English, including the ability to review technical documentation and communicate with international experts;

·        Ability to communicate in the Kyrgyz language is desirable.