Climate Change Officer (INT10165)

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

The Role:

Oxfam GB -Iraq Program is looking for a Climate Change Officer who will be working under the Economic Justice Portfolio of Oxfam in Iraq, and under the direct supervision of the Project Manager, GIZ Climate Change Adaptation Project.  The Climate Change Officer will be directly responsible for implementing and coordinating initiatives related to climate change adaptation, mitigation, and state-citizen dialogue as set by the scope of the project. This position requires a good understanding of climate change issues, policy, and governance frameworks in Iraq, as well as the ability to implement solutions in the field, coordinating closely with project stakeholders in the governorate of Anbar.

What we are looking for:

We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam’s mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do.

An ideal candidate for the role will also be / have:

Essential

• A minimum Masters/postgraduate university degree or bachelor’s degree with 2 additional years of experience in climate, agriculture, water, energy or environmental science, social work, sustainable development, development studies or related field.
• Knowledge of the issues, challenges and opportunities around climate change adaptation and policy dialogue and citizen engagement for climate advocacy.
• 2-3 years of experience in project management and budget control, including experience working with implementing partners in the field of climate change and sustainable development.
• Capacity to combine field and office work.
• Experience in working with Civil Society and Climate change organizations.
• Experience in protection and Advocacy related projects.
• Strong ability to be flexible and adaptable in times of unexpected challenges and provide creative solutions, whilst maintaining the ethos and objectives of the work at all times.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic language (written and spoken) is required.

Technical

Research and Analysis:

• Strong research management skills.
• Analytical ability for climate change impacts.

Communication:

• Effective communication for research dissemination.
• Stakeholder engagement and dialogue facilitation.

Documentation:

• Documentation of local knowledge and practices.
• Proficiency in qualitative exploration and data documentation.

Conflict Sensitivity:

• Expertise in conflict sensitivity research.
• Integration of conflict-sensitive approaches into projects.

Gender Analysis:

• Skills in conducting gender analysis.
• Gender mainstreaming in adaptation planning.

Desirable

• Experience in building the capacity of the team internally and of external stakeholders.
• Experience in working and jointly implementing projects involving local authorities and/or organizations as implementing partners.

Key Attributes

• Diplomacy, tact, and negotiation skills.
• Good interpersonal, influencing and communication skills.
• Proven team leadership and ability to work independently as required.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences, and the ability to work in a wide variety of cultural contexts.
• Commitment to humanitarian principles and action.

We offer:

We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits. 

From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more. 

You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here.

Flexfam:

We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. 

How to apply:

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.