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Terms of Reference

Servies required for briefing paper on evaluating trends in  Climate Change Budgeting Priorities in Pakistan

About CPDI

Centre for Peace and Development Initiatives (CPDI) is an independent, non-partisan and a not-for-profit civil society organization, which has been working on the issues of peace and development since 2005. It is registered under Section 42 of the Companies Ordinance, 1984 (XLVII of 1984), which was later substituted by the Companies Act 2017. CPDI seeks to inform and influence public policies and civil society initiatives through research-based advocacy and capacity building to promote active citizenship, build peace and achieve inclusive and sustainable development. Areas of special sectoral focus include promotion of peace and tolerance; rule of law; local governance; transparency and access to information; budget watch; media development; electoral reforms; legislative strengthening, democratic development, climate change mitigation and adaptation; and public health.

About the Assignment

1.          Background

Pakistan is one of the most vulnerable countries to the adverse effects of climate change, having experienced one of the worst floods in its history in 2022. This disaster affected approximately 33 million people, damaging or destroying over 2.1 million homes and displacing nearly 8 million individuals. The floods resulted in significant economic losses, estimated at $15.2 billion, and severely impacted agriculture, with 15% of the rice crop and 40% of the cotton crop affected.

Unfortunately, appropriate budgeting for climate change mitigation has never been a priority for the government. Climate-related funding is often scattered across various budgets, such as those for the environment and energy. This paper aims to analyze trends in climate budgeting in Pakistan and emphasize that climate change mitigation and adaptation are essential for the well-being of both the people and the nation.

Purpose and Scope of the Assignment:

The primary objective of this briefing paper is to evaluate trends in climate budget allocation in Pakistan over recent fiscal years. Specific objectives include: assessing the allocation patterns of climate budgets for the years 2022-2023, 2023-2024, and the proposed budget for 2024-2025, identifying key areas of focus and priorities reflected in the budget allocations,  analyzing the alignment of budget allocations with the overall situation and adverse effects of climate change on Pakistan, examining the implications of budgetary trends on Climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies for the Government of Pakistan and its people.

Carry out a review of the government's climate budget allocations for the fiscal years 2022-2023, 2023-2024, and 2024-2025.

1. Analyze the trends in budget allocation for climate related plan, policies and initiatives services over the specified period and assess the effectiveness of budget allocations in addressing the issue of climate change.
2. Identify any disparities between allocated budgets and the actual requirements of the climate change mitigation strategies and commitments in Pakistan.
3. Compile a briefing paper presenting the findings of the budget analysis, including evidence-based insights and recommendations for future budgetary allocations.
4. Ensure the briefing paper is written with clarity, accuracy, and objectivity, supported by robust data with references.
5. Use pictorial depictions to show yearly trends of budget allocations.
6. Develop at least 10 short messages (English and Urdu) that can be shared on social media platforms for advocacy purposes.

2.          Deliverables and Payments: 

First draft of the briefing paper leading to the final version after incorporation of any feedback or suggestions of the management. The expert shall develop at least 10 short messages (English and Urdu) that can shared on social media platforms for advocacy purposes. Upon the completion of briefing paper, consultant will be paid a lump sum amount.

3.          Required Qualification/Specifications: 

• At least master’s degree in relevant discipline with more than  9-10 years of experience of climate or relevant budget analysis.
• A good understanding of the Climate Change Mitigation and adaptation and its need and situational analysis in Pakistan will be a plus point.
• Established budget expert with excellent understanding of budget documents and data analysis.
• Excellent in writing and presentation skills
• Ability to complete the briefing paper within given time.

How to Apply:

Please share your Financial and Technical proposal on following address in sealed envelops:

House No.13, Street No.788, G-13/4, Islamabad

Note:

Your envelop should clearly marked as BRIEFING PAPER ON EVALUATING TRENDS IN  CLIMATE CHANGE BUDGETING PRIORITIES IN PAKISTAN” otherwise your proposal will not be entertained.