Climate Resilience and Livelihoods Specialist

UN High Commissioner for Refugees - UNHCR | Volunteer |
Closing: 15 Jan 2026 7 days remaining
Location: Aweil, South Sudan; Juba, South Sudan

Overview

The Climate Resilience and Livelihoods Specialist will provide technical leadership and coordination on climate-resilient livelihoods, sustainable natural resource management, and disaster risk reduction within earmarked projects in Northwestern South Sudan.


Tasks Summary
  • Provide technical leadership on climate-resilient agriculture, sustainable energy solutions, and natural resource management for refugee and host communities
  • Guide design and implementation of climate-adapted livelihood strategies
  • Ensure integration of environmental sustainability across site planning, shelter, WASH, food security, and other sectors
  • Support disaster risk reduction and early warning systems
  • Coordinate with government, private sector, and development actors
  • Lead capacity strengthening for communities, partners, and staff
  • Monitor and report on climate resilience and livelihood outcomes
  • Serve as technical focal point for climate resilience and livelihoods

Experience Requirements

Experience in climate-resilient agriculture, sustainable energy solutions, natural resource management, climate-adapted livelihood strategies, environmental sustainability, disaster risk reduction, and early warning systems.


Qualification Requirements
Other Details

Contract Duration: 12 months

Work Modality: Onsite

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