The objective of the consultancy is to support UNEP in producing a strategic framework for 2026–2029, and the Executive Directors report to UNEA, aligned with UNEP’s mission and responds to the evolving environmental landscape. The framework will provide a clear vision, strategic priorities, and actionable objectives to guide the organization’s work for the next four years. The report will identify critical emerging environmental issues and offer actionable policy solutions. Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Director, the Strategic Expert Consultant will: • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to gather relevant insights and inputs. • Support the development and validation of a comprehensive strategic framework and report. • Provide recommendations and insights to guide organizational decision-making. (1) Research and Analysis Report A comprehensive report consolidating research on: • Emerging global and regional environmental challenges and trends, with a focus on scientific evidence and data. • Case studies and best practices relevant to UNEP’s strategic priorities. • Lessons learned from the implementation of the current Medium-Term Strategy (MTS 2022–2025). (2) Support the Review and Revision of the Draft Strategic Framework for 2026–2029 Conduct a thorough review of the draft UNEP’s strategic framework, including: • A clearly defined vision, strategic priorities, and objectives. • Integration of stakeholder inputs and alignment with UNEP’s mission and global commitments, such as the 2030 Agenda. • Refinement of strategies to address gaps and capitalize on opportunities identified during the research phase. (3) Draft Section on “The Future of UNEA” and Review and Revise the Executive Director’s Report to UNEA • Develop a draft section on “The Future of UNEA”, providing a forward-looking perspective on the Assembly’s role, evolution, and strategic direction. • Conduct a comprehensive review and revision of the full draft report, ensuring coherence, accuracy, and alignment with the Executive Directors’ priorities. • Integrate feedback and guidance received from the Executive Office and reporting division. (4) Stakeholder Consultation Support Coordination and preparation of materials for stakeholder consultations, including: • Background briefs and summaries for discussions. • Annotated agendas and guiding questions for consultation sessions. • Consolidation of feedback received during consultations into actionable insights for incorporation into the drafts.