Climate Change Mitigation Specialist

Climate Adaptation Specialist Role

As a Climate Adaptation Specialist, you will be responsible for integrating adaptation priorities into national climate frameworks. This involves aligning strategies with the Paris Agreement and national development goals.

You will conduct Climate Vulnerability and Risk Assessments (CVRAs) across sectors such as agriculture, water, health, biodiversity, and coastal ecosystems. This analysis will inform strategic planning and prioritization of adaptation responses.

The successful candidate will apply climate models and risk analytics to identify and size adaptation measures with clear outcomes, implementation timelines, and cost estimates. They will evaluate techno-commercial feasibility and map relevant financing sources.

Additionally, they will support the preparation of funding proposals for climate adaptation, including those targeting GCF, GEF, and other international mechanisms. The role also involves facilitating inclusive stakeholder consultations, engaging government agencies, civil society, youth, women, and vulnerable groups.

To succeed in this position, you will need to align adaptation strategies with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and national development plans. You will contribute to the design of Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) systems in line with Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF) requirements.

Strong communication skills are essential, as you will draft technical content for reports, presentations, and policy briefs tailored to diverse audiences. Your expertise should enable you to provide policy recommendations that strengthen climate resilience and adaptation integration.

This role requires collaboration with public and private sector stakeholders to support implementation and resource mobilization. Prior experience supporting national governments in climate strategy development is advantageous.

Required Qualifications:

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• Advanced degree in climate science, environmental studies, sustainable development, natural resource management, or related discipline.\
• 5+ years of experience in climate adaptation, resilience planning, or related fields.\
• Demonstrated involvement in developing or updating NDCs, LT-LEDS, or NAPs, particularly in developing country contexts.\
• Proficiency in conducting CVRAs and translating findings into actionable strategies.\
• Experience working with climate models and interpreting risk projections.\
• Strong grasp of techno-commercial analysis, cost estimation, and financing pathways.\
• Familiarity with climate finance mechanisms such as GCF, GEF, and bilateral donor programs.\
• Effective communication, analytical thinking, and facilitation skills.\
• Exposure to UNFCCC reporting processes (BUR, TNC, BTR) is an advantage.\
• Prior experience working in climate and sustainability consulting or advisory roles.\
• Knowledge of ecosystem-based adaptation, nature-based solutions, and coastal resilience approaches.\
• Ability to integrate gender and social inclusion into adaptation planning.\
• Skilled in translating technical analysis into policy guidance and investment strategies.\
• Excellent problem-solving and project management skills.\
• A strong network of contacts within the climate change community would be beneficial.\
• Fluency in multiple languages is highly desirable but not required.\
• Flexibility to travel to project sites may be required in the future.\
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.\
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new skills and technologies.\
• Independence and ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.\
• Reliability and integrity in managing sensitive information.\
• Good interpersonal and leadership skills.\
• High level of discretion and confidentiality when dealing with confidential information.\
• Self-motivated and proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.\
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.\
• Adherence to our organization's values and code of conduct.\
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and training.\
• Willingness to participate in continuing education opportunities to enhance your knowledge and skills in climate change mitigation and adaptation.\
• Availability to attend meetings and workshops both locally and internationally.\
• Appreciation for diversity and inclusivity.\
• Enthusiasm for creating a positive impact on the environment.\
• Ability to communicate complex ideas in simple terms.\
• Adaptability to changing circumstances.\
• Maturity and self-awareness.\
• Resilience and ability to cope with stress and uncertainty.\
• Financial literacy and basic accounting knowledge.\
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills.\
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.\
• Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.\
• Resourcefulness and ability to think creatively.\
• Excellent listening and negotiation skills.\
• Outstanding presentation, writing, and communication skills.\
• Authenticity and integrity.\
• Continual learning and self-improvement attitude.\
• Efficient time management and prioritization skills.\
• Expertise in using various software applications, especially MS Office and Google Suite.\
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness.\
• Language proficiency in the host country language.\
• Comfortable with technology and adapting to new tools and platforms.\
• Understanding of local regulations and policies related to climate change.\
• Basic understanding of financial systems, banking, and economic principles.\
• Skills in conflict resolution, negotiations, and diplomatic relations.\
• Strategic thinker with a long-term vision.\
• Accountability and transparency.\
• Passion for making a difference in the lives of people.\
• Humility and flexibility.\
• Capacity to lead by example.\
• Responsive and able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.\
• Recognizable commitment to serving others.\
• Everyone matters.\
• Unwavering dedication to global responsibilities.\
• Proactive response to emerging needs.\
• Strong sense of empathy.\
• Effective multi-tasker and focused achiever.\
• Graduate degree in any field from a reputable university.\
• More than 5 years of experience in at least one area mentioned below: climate change; economics; statistics; energy engineering; computer science; public policy; mathematics; international development; business administration; environmental science; renewable energy; general law; political science.\
• Practical experience in marketing and sales, grant-writing, research, humanitarian aid, conservation biology, wildlife ecology, veterinary medicine, diplomacy, environmental education, food security, precision agriculture, democratic governance, peacebuilding, early childhood education, foreign affairs, medicine, emergency medical assistance, religious communities.\
• Membership to organizations related to these areas is considered an asset.\
• Combination of experience and education in more than one relevant field is a great advantage.\
• Major shifts in mindset and behaviors driven by passion for innovation.\
• Ecological sensibilities tempered by humanistic sensitivities.\
• Learning through failure.\
• Keeping up to date with current events.\
• Lifelong learner looking to grow continuously.\
• Wondering about the unknown.\
• Personal assistantship should be brought back.\
• Connectivity.\
• In a single word – expert.\
• Decentralization, democratization, descaling.\
• Constant hunger for improvement.\
• Acquisition of market savvy.\
• No severe asthma attacks expected unless workout precedes a sleep test.\
• Developing working relationships with politicians.\
• Social recognition of AI acting autonomously.\
• Risk-taker willing to go beyond protocol.\
• Use your so-called imagination.\
• Based on literature searched which shows it can happen.\
• Employers typically require little loyalty.\