Adaptation & Resilience Consultant

Job Posting Organization:
The World Bank Group (WBG) is a unique global partnership of five institutions established with the mission to create a world free of poverty on a living planet. Founded in 1944, the organization has grown to include 189 member countries and operates more than 120 offices worldwide. The WBG is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, focusing on solving the world’s greatest development challenges through collaboration with public and private sector partners. The Climate Investment Funds (CIF), a part of the WBG, is the world's largest multilateral climate fund, channeling $13.5 billion through six Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) to support climate action in 78 countries. CIF aims to fund transformational projects that reduce emissions, build resilience, and accelerate the transition to clean energy and sustainable development. The organization operates through a collaborative partnership model that includes governments, MDBs, the private sector, and civil society, ensuring that climate finance reaches those who need it most while testing innovative solutions that can be scaled globally. In 2025, CIF became the first multilateral climate fund to access capital markets, unlocking $500 million in private sector capital, which demonstrates its commitment to expanding its instruments and impact in response to growing climate challenges.

Job Overview:
The position of Adaptation & Resilience Consultant is critical as the CIF’s adaptation and resilience portfolio is rapidly expanding due to increasing climate risks and global demand for scalable solutions. The consultant will provide dedicated technical and analytical support to the Head of Adaptation and Resilience, which is essential for strengthening program delivery, enhancing partner engagement, and advancing knowledge and learning across CIF’s resilience initiatives. The consultant will be involved in key programs such as the Pilot Program for Climate Resilience (PPCR) and the newly launched ARISE initiative, which has received significant funding to support resilience investments. The role requires a proactive approach to design" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">program design, implementation, and knowledge generation, ensuring that CIF’s resilience work aligns with its policies and objectives while effectively addressing the needs of developing countries.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will be responsible for a variety of duties including:

• Providing technical inputs to the design and implementation of CIF adaptation and resilience programs, ensuring they align with CIF’s policies and objectives.
• Reviewing and ensuring quality assurance on MDB concept notes, program documentation, and project submissions related to adaptation and resilience.
• Developing knowledge products such as briefs, learning notes, and case studies that capture lessons learned from CIF programs and advance understanding of effective resilience approaches.
• Supporting the organization of learning events, workshops, and peer exchanges to share insights across CIF’s partner network.
• Conducting analytical and advisory work on adaptation finance, including policies and mechanisms for mobilizing public and private investment for resilience.
• Engaging with CIF partner MDBs, recipient country governments, civil society, and other stakeholders on resilience programming and learning.
• Coordinating with relevant CIF program and thematic teams to ensure coherence across resilience-related knowledge and policy activities.
• Performing other tasks as assigned by the Head of Adaptation and Resilience.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a Master’s degree in international development, climate change, environmental policy, economics, or a related field. Additionally, candidates must have at least five years of relevant professional experience in climate change adaptation, resilience, or related fields, including both policy and operational dimensions. Experience working with or supporting multilateral development banks, international climate funds, or comparable international development institutions is essential. Strong analytical skills are necessary, along with the ability to research, synthesize, and communicate complex information clearly. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are mandatory, and candidates must demonstrate the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a collaborative, multicultural environment.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in a relevant field such as international development, climate change, environmental policy, or economics. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of climate finance and adaptation strategies.

Experience:
The role requires a minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in climate change adaptation, resilience, or related fields. This experience should encompass both policy and operational aspects, demonstrating the candidate's ability to navigate the complexities of international development and climate finance.

Languages:
The mandatory language for this position is English, with excellent written and oral communication skills required. While not mandatory, knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly if it enhances communication with diverse stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This position is a local recruitment role with a term duration of one year. The World Bank Group emphasizes its commitment to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all qualified applicants are considered without discrimination based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. The position is subject to a lifetime maximum of three years for Extended Term appointments, and former and current ET staff who have completed or are in the process of completing their third-year ET appointment are not eligible for future ET appointments.