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Job Title: Technical
Advisor I, Adaptation Specialist
Organisation: FHI
360
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization
dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally
driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition,
Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research
and
Technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's
interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all
50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We seek qualified candidates for the
position of Technical Officer / Climate Adaptation Specialist for an
anticipated program in Uganda, focusing on increasing professional expertise
and research in higher education institutions to help meet the challenge of
adapting to climate variability and change in the agricultural sector. This
position will be based in Kampala, Uganda and is contingent upon receipt of
award and funder approval of key personnel.
The Technical Officer will be responsible for providing
technical oversight and assisting with day-to-day management and communications
needs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Provides technical support on climate adaptation
and guidance to staff and partners in the development and dissemination of
tools, materials, reports, and papers.
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Implements and monitors climate change
adaptation capacity building activities.
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Supports training and capacity building
strategy, conducts training on topics related to climate change adaptation in
the agricultural sector.
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Works with academic institutions, communities
and partners to maximize local capacity.
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Works closely with the COP to ensure activities
are implemented according to work plans and standard procedures.
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Writes and edits technical reports and
documents.
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Assists with publications, web pages, and
presentations. Conducts research on climate change adaptation in the
agricultural sector.
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Provides support and input into the program’s
performance monitoring and evaluation system. Supports program COP in
responding to internal and external requests and inquiries.
REQUIRED SKILLS &
EXPERIENCE:
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Experience in communications and administrative
management of academic and a capacity building projects strongly preferred.
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Previous experience working on similar
programs/activities, with a particular focus in climate change and capacity
building, in Uganda strongly preferred.
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High level of interpersonal skills.
·
Strong English written and oral communication
skills.
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Ability to travel within country or region and
internationally if needed.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
* Master’s Degree in natural resources management,
agriculture, environmental science, climate science, natural resources
economics, public policy or other relevant field (a Bachelor’s degree in a
relevant field and ten years of experience could be substituted for Master’s degree).
Minimum of five (5)
years of experience working on climate change issues.
*Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or
experience sufficient to successfully perform the key responsibilities of the
job.
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested
candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at
www.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section at
www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary
requirements. Please specify source in your application.
AA/EOE/M/F/V/D
How to apply:
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested
candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at
www.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section at
www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary
requirements. Please specify source in your application.
Closing date: 15
Jun 2013
AA/EOE/M/F/V/D
