Climate Adaptation Expert

3 days ago

Delhi, Delhi, India pManifold Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

Key Responsibilities

  • Integrate adaptation priorities into national climate frameworks, ensuring alignment with the Paris Agreement and national development goals.
  • Conduct Climate Vulnerability and Risk Assessments (CVRAs) across sectors such as agriculture, water, health, biodiversity, and coastal ecosystems
  • Apply climate models and risk analytics to inform strategic planning and prioritization of adaptation responses
  • Identify and size adaptation measures with clear outcomes, implementation timelines, and cost estimates
  • Evaluate techno-commercial feasibility of proposed interventions and map relevant financing sources
  • Support the preparation of funding proposals for climate adaptation, including those targeting GCF, GEF, and other international mechanisms
  • Facilitate inclusive stakeholder consultations, engaging government agencies, civil society, youth, women, and vulnerable groups.
  • Align adaptation strategies with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and national development plans
  • Contribute to the design of Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) systems in line with Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF) requirements
  • Draft technical content for reports, presentations, and policy briefs tailored to diverse audiences
  • Provide policy recommendations that strengthen climate resilience and adaptation integration
  • Collaborate with public and private sector stakeholders to support implementation and resource mobilization

Required Qualifications

  • 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

Preferred Attributes

  • Prior experience supporting national governments in climate strategy development
  • Background 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

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