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Abt Global – Climate Change Coordinator
16 April 2024 9:06amApply by28/4/2024
Region
Global,
Summary
Abt Global is seeking a suitably qualified individual to fill the role of Climate Change Coordinator to be based in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. This role reports to the Team Leader, Partnerships & Performance, and will be working closely with the Climate Change Adviser to progress the implementation of APEP’s Climate and Disaster Resilience for Economic Growth Strategy.
Description
• Location: Port Moresby, PNG
• Commencement: May/June 2024
• Duration of contract: Up to 28 February 2026
• Locally Engaged Staff (LES) - Abt Level 4
• Open to PNG Citizens only
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 Coordinator will work closely with APEP’s Climate Change Adviser to progress the implementation of APEP’s Climate and Disaster Resilience for Economic Growth Strategy.
This will include working across all of APEP’s pillar teams to help integrate climate strategies and actions into all APEP programming, workplans and activities. It will also include day-to-day project management of discrete climate related activities (such as climate research grants) and engagement with APEP’s external stakeholders.
It is expected the Climate Change Coordinator will carry on support to all APEP pillars when the Adviser is not available.
The Climate Change Coordinator will require a good understanding of monitoring and evaluation principles and how to implement systems and processes for capturing and reporting climate integration and budget spend in APEP.
About You
For applications to be considered, a response to the key selection criteria below must be provided;
Qualifications
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in climate related science, social science, project management, development, or another relevant discipline
Knowledge
• Good theoretical understanding of climate change science, with the ability to translate theory into practice.
• Ability to communication well and work effectively with internal staff and stakeholders to progress climate responses across APEP.
Skills/Experience
• At least two years’ experience in climate related work in PNG.
• Good understanding of climate issues in PNG and the wider region.
• Good written communication skills with experience preparing evidence-based reports.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate and promote principles of gender equity, disability, and social inclusion in all aspects of this role.
Personal Attributes
• Delivers results on time for management and stakeholders.
• Good collaborator and team player.
• Promotes Equity, Inclusivity and Diversity
For more information, on the role and how to apply, please click on 'GO TO PROVIDER WEBSITE'
• Commencement: May/June 2024
• Duration of contract: Up to 28 February 2026
• Locally Engaged Staff (LES) - Abt Level 4
• Open to PNG Citizens only
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 Coordinator will work closely with APEP’s Climate Change Adviser to progress the implementation of APEP’s Climate and Disaster Resilience for Economic Growth Strategy.
This will include working across all of APEP’s pillar teams to help integrate climate strategies and actions into all APEP programming, workplans and activities. It will also include day-to-day project management of discrete climate related activities (such as climate research grants) and engagement with APEP’s external stakeholders.
It is expected the Climate Change Coordinator will carry on support to all APEP pillars when the Adviser is not available.
The Climate Change Coordinator will require a good understanding of monitoring and evaluation principles and how to implement systems and processes for capturing and reporting climate integration and budget spend in APEP.
About You
For applications to be considered, a response to the key selection criteria below must be provided;
Qualifications
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in climate related science, social science, project management, development, or another relevant discipline
Knowledge
• Good theoretical understanding of climate change science, with the ability to translate theory into practice.
• Ability to communication well and work effectively with internal staff and stakeholders to progress climate responses across APEP.
Skills/Experience
• At least two years’ experience in climate related work in PNG.
• Good understanding of climate issues in PNG and the wider region.
• Good written communication skills with experience preparing evidence-based reports.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate and promote principles of gender equity, disability, and social inclusion in all aspects of this role.
Personal Attributes
• Delivers results on time for management and stakeholders.
• Good collaborator and team player.
• Promotes Equity, Inclusivity and Diversity
For more information, on the role and how to apply, please click on 'GO TO PROVIDER WEBSITE'