Are you passionate about building climate resilience and shaping a sustainable future for vulnerable communities? Do you have a proven track record in climate-related strategies and disaster risk reduction? If so, Welthungerhilfe (WHH) invites you to be a part of our dedicated team as the Regional Climate Resilience Advisor based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Welthungerhilfe is one of the largest private aid organizations in Germany, committed to a world without hunger and poverty. We provide integrated assistance from rapid disaster aid to long-term development cooperation projects. We are looking for a qualified and experienced professional to join our East & Southern Africa/MENA regional team to help drive climate-resilient approaches that transform lives and empower communities.
The position is to be filled as soon as possible, with an initial contract duration of one year and excellent prospects for an extension.
About the Role: Regional Climate Resilience Advisor
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Contract Duration: 1 year (extendable)
Application Deadline: June 11, 2025
Start Date: As soon as possible
As the Regional Climate Resilience Advisor, you will serve as a cornerstone in our mission to mainstream climate resilience into all facets of Welthungerhilfe’s programming in the East & Southern Africa/MENA region. You will act as a technical expert, facilitator, and strategist, working closely with country offices, project teams, and headquarters to implement effective, sustainable solutions to climate-related challenges.
Key Responsibilities
- Climate Resilience Mainstreaming:
Lead efforts to integrate climate resilience across WHH country portfolios in the East & Southern Africa/MENA region. Ensure alignment with WHH’s sustainability strategies and global frameworks. - Strategic Alignment & Technical Input:
Collaborate with the Sector Unit at WHH headquarters to develop and implement climate-related strategies and tools. Contribute to WHH’s global strategic project on “Systematizing Climate Resilience.” - Environmental & Climate Sensitivity Assessments:
Support Country Offices in conducting thorough assessments to inform project design, identify risks, and develop monitoring strategies using WHH’s recommended tools. - Project Support & Technical Expertise:
Provide hands-on technical input for project design, proposal development, and implementation. Assist project coordinators with climate-related projects, ensuring donor compliance and methodological soundness. - Capacity Building & Knowledge Sharing:
Lead training, on-the-job coaching, and capacity-building initiatives for WHH teams and partners. Promote mutual learning and best practice exchange within the organization and beyond. - Advocacy & Strategic Positioning:
Represent WHH in regional forums, conferences, and dialogues. Drive the advocacy agenda for climate resilience and help position WHH as a leader in humanitarian and development sectors. - Donor Engagement & Resource Mobilization:
Identify and pursue funding opportunities, particularly in climate adaptation and resilience sectors. Build and sustain partnerships with public and private sector stakeholders. - Research & Analysis:
Conduct policy analysis, synthesize findings, and generate evidence-based recommendations for programme use and advocacy purposes.
Your Profile
You are a motivated and experienced professional who can navigate complex environments and bring innovative, sustainable solutions to climate challenges. You meet the following criteria:
- Significant professional experience (5–8 years) in climate resilience, disaster risk reduction, or related fields.
- Experience in the design and delivery of advocacy campaigns and capacity-building initiatives in the Global South.
- Demonstrated success in stakeholder engagement, especially with private sector and government actors.
- A strong background in proposal development, especially in climate-related funding mechanisms.
- Excellent communication and reporting skills with fluency in English (French, German, or Arabic is an asset).
- Ability and willingness to travel within the region and receive vaccinations as per WHH’s project requirements.
- Proactive, solution-oriented, and committed to development and humanitarian goals.
What We Offer
Welthungerhilfe offers an inspiring work environment where your expertise will contribute to meaningful, long-term impact. Join a dedicated team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
- A dynamic role with high impact potential in regional climate programming
- A collaborative and multicultural workplace culture
- Opportunities for personal and professional development
- Gender-neutral and competitive remuneration
- The chance to influence climate resilience strategies across multiple countries
How to Apply
Do you have what it takes to lead transformative change in climate resilience? Then we want to hear from you!
Apply Now via Welthungerhilfe’s online recruiting system:
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Deadline for applications: June 11, 2025
