Climate Change Specialist
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is an international organization that leads global efforts to defeat hunger and improve nutrition and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security. Established in 1945, FAO works with countries and partners to promote sustainable and resilient agri-food systems and the sustainable management of agriculture, forests, land, water, and other natural resources. With a mission to eradicate hunger, food insecurity, and malnutrition, FAO operates in over 130 countries and has a workforce of approximately 12,000 employees. The organization focuses on various areas including climate change, environmental sustainability, and rural development, providing technical and policy support to countries through its Subregional Office for Central Asia (SEC).
Job Overview:
The Climate Change Specialist position at FAO involves providing technical, analytical, coordination, and advisory support to advance the organization's work on climate change mitigation and adaptation. The role emphasizes climate-smart agri-food systems, Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), and the Agriculture, Forestry and Other Land Use (AFOLU) sector. The Specialist is expected to support the integration of climate change measures into national policies and investment planning, develop Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) systems, and contribute to strengthening national capacities in climate-resilient agriculture and forestry. The position also entails supporting climate finance project development, including the preparation of concept notes and feasibility studies, and engaging with various stakeholders to promote climate-smart practices.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Climate Change Specialist include providing technical and analytical expertise on climate change mitigation and adaptation, supporting climate policy and planning processes, conducting assessments of the AFOLU sector, and contributing to GHG inventory development and reporting. The Specialist will assist countries in implementing their NDCs, identify investment opportunities for decarbonization, and conduct GHG emissions assessments using FAO tools. Additionally, the Specialist will engage with stakeholders, contribute to the formulation of climate change projects, undertake field missions, develop capacity-building activities, and prepare technical reports and knowledge products. The role requires promoting knowledge sharing and ensuring coherence among FAO technical teams and partners.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (MSc) in Climate Change, Forestry, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Science, or a related discipline. Those with a bachelor's degree must have two additional years of relevant professional experience. A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in climate change mitigation and adaptation, natural resources management, or related fields is required. Candidates should have a working knowledge of English and demonstrate strong technical knowledge in climate change issues, particularly in the AFOLU sector and sustainable land management.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes an advanced university degree (MSc) in relevant fields such as Climate Change, Forestry, Natural Resources Management, or Environmental Science. Candidates with a bachelor's degree must have additional professional experience to qualify. This educational foundation is essential for understanding the complexities of climate change and its impact on agriculture and natural resources.
Experience:
The position requires at least 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in areas related to climate change mitigation and adaptation, natural resources management, forestry, agriculture, and environmental management. Candidates should have demonstrated experience in conducting climate assessments, developing GHG inventories, and working with MRV systems. Experience in climate project development and familiarity with international climate funds, such as the Green Climate Fund, is also beneficial.
Languages:
A working knowledge of English is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of Russian is considered an asset, as it may facilitate communication with stakeholders in relevant regions and enhance the Specialist's ability to engage with diverse audiences.
Additional Notes:
This position is remote, allowing for flexibility in work location. The role is expected to involve collaboration with various stakeholders, including government agencies, research institutions, and private-sector actors. The FAO emphasizes the importance of compliance with its standards and guidelines, ensuring that all communication materials align with the organization's strategic framework and branding policies. Candidates will be assessed against the minimum requirements and core competencies outlined by FAO, which include results focus, teamwork, communication, and knowledge sharing.
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is an international organization that leads global efforts to defeat hunger and improve nutrition and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security. Established in 1945, FAO works with countries and partners to promote sustainable and resilient agri-food systems and the sustainable management of agriculture, forests, land, water, and other natural resources. With a mission to eradicate hunger, food insecurity, and malnutrition, FAO operates in over 130 countries and has a workforce of approximately 12,000 employees. The organization focuses on various areas including climate change, environmental sustainability, and rural development, providing technical and policy support to countries through its Subregional Office for Central Asia (SEC).
Job Overview:
The Climate Change Specialist position at FAO involves providing technical, analytical, coordination, and advisory support to advance the organization's work on climate change mitigation and adaptation. The role emphasizes climate-smart agri-food systems, Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), and the Agriculture, Forestry and Other Land Use (AFOLU) sector. The Specialist is expected to support the integration of climate change measures into national policies and investment planning, develop Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) systems, and contribute to strengthening national capacities in climate-resilient agriculture and forestry. The position also entails supporting climate finance project development, including the preparation of concept notes and feasibility studies, and engaging with various stakeholders to promote climate-smart practices.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Climate Change Specialist include providing technical and analytical expertise on climate change mitigation and adaptation, supporting climate policy and planning processes, conducting assessments of the AFOLU sector, and contributing to GHG inventory development and reporting. The Specialist will assist countries in implementing their NDCs, identify investment opportunities for decarbonization, and conduct GHG emissions assessments using FAO tools. Additionally, the Specialist will engage with stakeholders, contribute to the formulation of climate change projects, undertake field missions, develop capacity-building activities, and prepare technical reports and knowledge products. The role requires promoting knowledge sharing and ensuring coherence among FAO technical teams and partners.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (MSc) in Climate Change, Forestry, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Science, or a related discipline. Those with a bachelor's degree must have two additional years of relevant professional experience. A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in climate change mitigation and adaptation, natural resources management, or related fields is required. Candidates should have a working knowledge of English and demonstrate strong technical knowledge in climate change issues, particularly in the AFOLU sector and sustainable land management.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes an advanced university degree (MSc) in relevant fields such as Climate Change, Forestry, Natural Resources Management, or Environmental Science. Candidates with a bachelor's degree must have additional professional experience to qualify. This educational foundation is essential for understanding the complexities of climate change and its impact on agriculture and natural resources.
Experience:
The position requires at least 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in areas related to climate change mitigation and adaptation, natural resources management, forestry, agriculture, and environmental management. Candidates should have demonstrated experience in conducting climate assessments, developing GHG inventories, and working with MRV systems. Experience in climate project development and familiarity with international climate funds, such as the Green Climate Fund, is also beneficial.
Languages:
A working knowledge of English is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of Russian is considered an asset, as it may facilitate communication with stakeholders in relevant regions and enhance the Specialist's ability to engage with diverse audiences.
Additional Notes:
This position is remote, allowing for flexibility in work location. The role is expected to involve collaboration with various stakeholders, including government agencies, research institutions, and private-sector actors. The FAO emphasizes the importance of compliance with its standards and guidelines, ensuring that all communication materials align with the organization's strategic framework and branding policies. Candidates will be assessed against the minimum requirements and core competencies outlined by FAO, which include results focus, teamwork, communication, and knowledge sharing.
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