REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA
MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT
DIRECTORY OF EU INTEGRATION AND PROJECTS COORDINATION
KUNE -VAINI PROJECT
Address: Rruga e Durrësit, Nr. 27, Tiranë, - Tel: 2 259900, Fax: 2 270 627 - www.moe.gov.al
CALL
Date: 7 July 2014
TORs – for Geomorphology/erosion and hydrology
Albania: Building the resilience of Kune-Vaini lagoon system through Ecosystem-based
Adaption (EbA)
1. Background:
The Kune Vaini lagoon system (KVLS) is located along the northern Albanian cost within the
Drini Mati River Delta (DMRD). The DMRD is an IUCN Category IV Protected Area and locally designated as a managed nature reserve. The KVLS harbors globally signification biodiversity values and provides a range of ecosystem goods and services upon which the communities living nearby rely. Rapidly growing populations and climate change is threatening the integrity of the KVLS and therefore the livelihoods of the surrounding communities.
A Project Identification Form (PIF) has been approved by the GEF CEO for the drawing up of a project document for a Medium Sized Project (MSP) funded by the SCCF, to enhance the climate resilience of the KVLS by promoting adaption to climate changes through EbA and incorporating it into integrated coastal zone management plans (ICZM).
Activities to be undertaken under this project are designed to benefit the KVLS, local communities in this area and Albania as a whole by addressing the root causes of vulnerability to climate change. In addition, this project will contribute to national economic development and poverty reduction through the following components: Component 1: Technical and institutional capacity to address climate change risks through EbA
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Component 2: Increased ecosystem resilience of local communities to climate-induced extreme events through pilot EbA interventions in the Kune-Vaini lagoon system.
Component 3: Awareness and knowledge on effective EbA.
The overarching goal of the SCCF funded project is to increase the resilience of Albania’s local communities and economic sectors to climate change by increasing the technical and institutional capacity of stakeholders to plan and implement EbA. The objective of the project is to increase the resilience of the KVLS and local communities living nearby to the effects of climate change through the restoration of degraded lagoons in the KVLS. Activities will focus on the restoration of lagoons, beaches and forests within the KVLS. Three main threats that could lead to future loss or damage of coastal habitats and potential destruction of lagoons, thereby decreasing the climate resilience of local communities are:
Beach-dune erosion caused by poor sediment supply along the Shengjini, Kune and
Vaini litoral cells;
Limited water exchange through lagoon tidal inlets, caused by the lack of an adequate lagoon tidal prism to keep inlets open; and
Increased risk of coastal inundation due to increased intensity of flooding from the
Drini River and storm surges.
More intense and frequent floods and storm surges as a result of erratic rainfall and sea level rise are predicted to worsen the situation. This was clearly demonstrated through the catastrophic events caused by storm surges and river flooding at Kune Beach in December 2009 and January 2010, Climate change models predict a rise in sea level of 0.13 – 0.16m by 2050 and 0.27 – 0.49m by 2100. This SLR will likely cause inundation of coastal wetland areas and loss of important wetland habitat. Additionally, climate change is expected to significantly affect water resources, and as a consequence the water and economic sectors’ performance resulting in reduced economic growth in the country as a whole.
Erosion of the beaches spits and dunes in the Kune and northern Vaini-Patok littoral sub cells will likely continue into the future as sediment supply continues to be depleted.
Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) will be undertaken prior to implementation of EbA interventions to ensure that these adaptation interventions are appropriate and do not result in further degradation of the KVLS. EIAs will be conducted for the following interventions: i) Construction/rehabilitation of four artesian wells at selected areas in the Ceka lagoon area;
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ii) Reforestation of three selected sites near the Ceka lagoon totaling an area of
~10ha; iii) Construction of a new tidal inlet channel between the Ceka lagoon and the
Adriatic Sea. This will include construction of terminal groynes at the mouth of the channel to maintain mouth integrity; and iv) Rehabilitation of dunes, by planting climate resilient indigenous pioneer dune plants, adjacent to the Ceka lagoon.
2. Terms of Reference:
2.1. Scope of Work
The services of a local expert for Geomorphology, erosion and hydrology (GEH) is needed to: i) Update all relevant data on geomorphology, erosion and hydrology for the four proposed adaptation interventions; ii) Coordinate activities with the bathymetric and topographic experts; and iii) Compilation of information towards completion of the clear technical recommendations for interventions to determine if the proposed area is suitable.
2.2. Responsibilities
The GEH will update the following relevant data on geomorphology, erosion and hydrology for the proposed adaptation measures, as following: i) Construction/rehabilitation of four artesian wells at selected areas in the Vaini lagoon area; ii) Reforestation of three selected sites in the Ceka lagoon totalling an area of ~10 ha; iii) Construction of a new tidal inlet channel to the Ceka lagoon including terminal groynes at the mouth of the channel to maintain mouth integrity; and iv) Rehabilitation of dunes, by planting indigenous pioneer dune plants, adjacent to the
Ceka lagoon.
2.3. Qualifications of the consultant for topographic and bathymetric services
The consultant(s) should hold an advanced university degree in geological sciences, with a strong conceptual understanding of geomorphology/erosion adaptation;; excellent Englishlanguage writing and editing skills; attention to detail and respect for timelines; the ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural, multiethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; and an in-depth understanding of
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multilateral environmental agreements and conventions. Practical field experience in EbA projects and programs will be advantageous.
Specific qualifications and experience include:
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Graduation in geological sciences or engineering.
Postgraduate degree in environment/natural sciences, geological sciences, rural development, and/or a related field.
At least 10 years of work experience in the above-mentioned specialization, of which part has preferably been in geomorphology/erosion/hydrology and ecosystem restoration.
Five years of experience in a leading or management position, preferably in a multicultural environment.
Experience in managing and coordinating similar projects especially with donors such as
EU, World Bank, SIDA, EFEM, GEF, REC and other international organizations.
Core skills
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Technical knowledge and understanding of geomorphology, erosion and hydrology, climate change and adaptation, as well as community-based natural resource management.
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Technical knowledge in monitoring and evaluation indicators of geomorphology, erosion and hydrology.
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Comprehensive Knowledge in Vulnerability Impact Assessments; the expert/consultant should have a minimum of 10 years relevant work experience in similar projects.
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The expert/consultant should present the professional license and renewals needed for these services.
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Demonstrated solid knowledge of geomorphology, erosion and hydrology services.
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Working experience in similar projects in especially in geomorphologic survey and erosion/hydrology collection data and report preparation.
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Experience in working and collaborating with local government will be an asset.
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Similar works/projects or services in areas of Lezha or Shengjini would be an asset.
2.4. Reporting
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The GEH expert will report to the MoE project staff. The GEH will work closely with and under the direct supervision of the MoE project staff, Local Consultant (LC) and National
Consultant (NC). The deliverable is a report including an extensive update of the relevant data for the proposed adaptation interventions above.
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The following timeline must be met:
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Day : A first draft of the technical report for review
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Day :A first draft of a set of recommendations with practical methodologies for
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review
 Day : A second draft that integrates the set of recommendations with practical methodologies along with the revised technical report for review and consultation
 Day : Final draft of recommendations with practical methodologies and technical report; in parallel the testing phase could be implemented.
2.5. Duration
The period of the consultancy is 1 month, from the date of signing the contract.
2.6. Remuneration
Applicants are expected to indicate the level of remuneration expected. Payments will be made in installments based on the satisfactory completion of drafts and the final document.
Salaries and benefits of ICIMOD are competitive compared to other regional organizations; remuneration is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
2.7. Submission of applications
Applications should contain the following: a) Cover/motivation letter b) Personal history form c) CV(s) and company or institution profile d) 1-2 page initial outline and schedule for conducting the work including a description of the general approach proposed for completing the tasks.
Interested candidates can send the CV and other relevant abovementioned documents electronically to the following address:
Attn. Mrs. Ardiana Sokoli
Director of EU Integration and Projects
Ministry of Environment
Email: Ardiana.Sokoli@moe.gov.al
Deadline for submission of application: 21 th of July 2014.
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