Climate Adaptation Expert

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct climate change risk and vulnerability assessments across priority sectors

• Develop adaptation planning frameworks and adaptive pathways

• Apply climate modelling, projections, and scenario analysis to inform decision-making

• Advise on climate adaptation measures with clear implementation pathways

• Support Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) assessments and reporting

• Contribute to climate and disaster risk management strategies

• Implement adaptation actions and monitor progress using resilience metrics and indicators

• Integrate climate justice and social inclusion into adaptation planning

• Conduct cost-benefit and multi-criteria analysis for adaptation options

• Support climate finance access through proposals to Green Climate Fund (GCF), Global Environment Facility (GEF), and others

• Facilitate co-creation and stakeholder engagement across government, civil society, and vulnerable groups

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