Job Description

Do you have a strong passion for addressing climate change through adaptation and mitigation efforts? Are you skilled at excelling in challenging situations? Are you prepared to make a meaningful contribution to a substantial project funded by MFAT? We have two amazing opportunities waiting for you!

• Two full-time roles with possibilities for extension
• Based in Suva, Fiji
• Open to Fiji nationals and individuals with the right to work in Fiji
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package
• Opportunity to work nationally

Role

1. Climate Mitigation Officer

About You

The Climate Mitigation Officer will play a crucial role in addressing climate change by assisting the Climate Change Division (CCD) of the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change to develop and implement strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainable practices. The role will also assist the CCD to meet the international and national mitigation obligations defined in its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC), NDC Investment Plan and the Climate Change Act.

Selection Criteria:

To be successful for this role, you must possess the following, including, but not limited to:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental science, climate change, sustainability, public policy, or related field
• Minimum 2-3 years of professional working experience preferably in a similar position
• Knowledge or experience in climate adaptation, sustainability, or related fields
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and develop evidence-based strategies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders
• Project management experience, including planning, budgeting, and implementation
• Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and policies related to climate change and sustainability
• Excellent command of MS-Office and ICT systems
• Excellent networking skills with different stakeholders
• Excellent written and spoken English

To obtain more information about this role and access a full Terms of Reference (ToR), please click on: https://shorturl.at/qfDjp

Role

2. Climate Adaptation Officer

About You

The Climate Adaptation Officer will play a crucial role in addressing climate change by assisting the CCD to develop and implement strategies to assess risks, identify vulnerabilities, and create plans to enhance resilience to climate-related challenges. The role will also assist the CCD to support line ministries and other partners to access climate financing opportunities.

Selection Criteria:

To be successful for this role, you must possess the following, including, but not limited to:

• ·Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental science, climate change, sustainability, public policy, or related field
• Minimum 2-3 years of professional working experience preferably in a similar position
• Knowledge or experience in climate adaptation, sustainability, or related fields
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and develop evidence-based strategies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders
• Project management experience, including planning, budgeting, and implementation
• Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and policies related to climate change and sustainability
• Excellent command of MS-Office and ICT systems
• Excellent networking skills with different stakeholders
• Excellent written and spoken English

To obtain more information about this role and access a full Terms of Reference (ToR), please click on: https://shorturl.at/yYkwI

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Sunday 7 July 2024, 11:59pm (AEST)

More information and application details can be accessed here.