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Abt Global- Climate Change Adviser| APEP
15 April 2024 11:05amApply by28/4/2024
Region
Pacific,
Summary
Abt Global is seeking a suitably qualified individual to fill the role of Climate Change Adviser to be based in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. This role reports to the Team Leader, Partnerships & Performance, and will ensure that APEP’s climate support remains aligned to DFAT and GoPNG’s climate objectives.
Description
• Location: Port Moresby, PNG
• Commencement: June 2024
• Duration of contract: Up to 28 February 2026
• Open to all applicants
About the Program
The Australia – PNG Economic Partnership (APEP) is a multi-sectoral investment to assist GoPNG to create a stable and more prosperous country. The investment is a key coordination point from which Australia delivers its economic development support to PNG in alignment with the Comprehensive Strategic and Economic Partnership (CSEP). The Australian Government is committed to delivering the Partnership in accordance with the principles of integration and alignment with PNG’s economic sector policies, systems and processes.
The Partnership’s policy objective is to assist PNG in its efforts to achieve sustained growth, capable of lifting the standard of living of all citizens, while also ensuring Australia maintains its reputation as PNG’s economic partner of choice.
The Partnership has gender equality, disability social inclusion (GEDSI), women’s economic empowerment (WEE), climate change, economic dialogue and open government positioned as cross-cutting objectives across all engagement areas.
It has the following End of Program Outcomes (EOPOs):
• EOPO 1 Safeguarding Macroeconomic Stability
• EOPO 2 Strengthening Public Financial Management (PFM)
• EOPO 3 Supporting More Efficient and Inclusive Markets
• EOPO 4 Fostering Inclusive Growth and Expanded Livelihoods
• EOPO 5 Catalysing Economic Research and Dialogue
About the Opportunity
The Climate Change Adviser will work closely with the locally engaged Climate Change Coordinator to progress the implementation of APEP’s Climate and Disaster Resilience for Economic Growth Strategy.
This will include undertaking an initial risk assessment of climate change impacts for each of APEP’s pillar areas and developing appropriate interventions and actions. The Adviser will play an important capacity building role, both within APEP, and externally with PNG partners.
The Climate Change Adviser will ensure that APEP’s climate support remains aligned to DFAT and GoPNG’s climate objectives.
About You
For applications to be considered, a response to the key selection criteria below must be provided;
KSC 1. Demonstrated experience (10+ years desirable) developing technical responses which address climate adaptation and resilience.
KSC 2. Demonstrated knowledge of climate investments and initiatives being undertaken in the Pacific region.
KSC 3. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to clearly explain climate impacts and responses in a cross-cultural setting.
KSC 4. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively across multiple teams and organisations.
KSC 5. Demonstrated commitment to the principles of capacity strengthening inclusion, localisation and equity.
KSC 6. Demonstrated ability to be resilient and adaptable in changing and challenging contexts.
Relevant qualification in climate science or other related field.
For more information on the role and how to apply, please click on 'Go To Provider Website'.
• Commencement: June 2024
• Duration of contract: Up to 28 February 2026
• Open to all applicants
About the Program
The Australia – PNG Economic Partnership (APEP) is a multi-sectoral investment to assist GoPNG to create a stable and more prosperous country. The investment is a key coordination point from which Australia delivers its economic development support to PNG in alignment with the Comprehensive Strategic and Economic Partnership (CSEP). The Australian Government is committed to delivering the Partnership in accordance with the principles of integration and alignment with PNG’s economic sector policies, systems and processes.
The Partnership’s policy objective is to assist PNG in its efforts to achieve sustained growth, capable of lifting the standard of living of all citizens, while also ensuring Australia maintains its reputation as PNG’s economic partner of choice.
The Partnership has gender equality, disability social inclusion (GEDSI), women’s economic empowerment (WEE), climate change, economic dialogue and open government positioned as cross-cutting objectives across all engagement areas.
It has the following End of Program Outcomes (EOPOs):
• EOPO 1 Safeguarding Macroeconomic Stability
• EOPO 2 Strengthening Public Financial Management (PFM)
• EOPO 3 Supporting More Efficient and Inclusive Markets
• EOPO 4 Fostering Inclusive Growth and Expanded Livelihoods
• EOPO 5 Catalysing Economic Research and Dialogue
About the Opportunity
The Climate Change Adviser will work closely with the locally engaged Climate Change Coordinator to progress the implementation of APEP’s Climate and Disaster Resilience for Economic Growth Strategy.
This will include undertaking an initial risk assessment of climate change impacts for each of APEP’s pillar areas and developing appropriate interventions and actions. The Adviser will play an important capacity building role, both within APEP, and externally with PNG partners.
The Climate Change Adviser will ensure that APEP’s climate support remains aligned to DFAT and GoPNG’s climate objectives.
About You
For applications to be considered, a response to the key selection criteria below must be provided;
KSC 1. Demonstrated experience (10+ years desirable) developing technical responses which address climate adaptation and resilience.
KSC 2. Demonstrated knowledge of climate investments and initiatives being undertaken in the Pacific region.
KSC 3. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to clearly explain climate impacts and responses in a cross-cultural setting.
KSC 4. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively across multiple teams and organisations.
KSC 5. Demonstrated commitment to the principles of capacity strengthening inclusion, localisation and equity.
KSC 6. Demonstrated ability to be resilient and adaptable in changing and challenging contexts.
Relevant qualification in climate science or other related field.
For more information on the role and how to apply, please click on 'Go To Provider Website'.