Biodiversity Data Collection Framework Consultant for Armenia

About the role

The United Nations Environment Programme seeks a consultant to design a national biodiversity data collection framework for Armenia. The assignment will support Armenia’s NBSAP targets and the Global Biodiversity Framework by strengthening data governance and inter‑institutional dialogue.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct a desk review of international best practices, focusing on GBIF infrastructure, Darwin Core standards, and case studies from the Czech Republic and Finland.
• Map Armenia’s existing biodiversity data assets, collection actors, methodologies, platforms, and standards, and identify gaps and data flow constraints.
• Assess critical data gaps by thematic area and NBSAP target, prioritising needs based on policy relevance and feasibility.
• Prepare a legal and institutional mapping note outlining required legislative or administrative actions, responsible authorities, and timelines.
• Document stakeholder consultation outcomes, capturing priorities, capacities, and proposed roles of government bodies, academia, NGOs, and international partners.
• Develop a Phase 2 roadmap that defines the scope, structure, and key questions for a feasibility study and subsequent contracting.

Required profile

• Proven experience in biodiversity data management, data standards, and policy‑relevant assessments.
• Familiarity with GBIF, Darwin Core, and national biodiversity information systems.
• Experience conducting legal and institutional analyses in the environmental sector.
• Strong analytical and report‑writing skills, with ability to synthesize complex information for decision‑makers.

Required skills

• Knowledge of GBIF data infrastructure and Darwin Core standards.
• Expertise in biodiversity data collection methodologies and platforms.
• Ability to perform legal and institutional mapping for data governance.