About US:
FHI 360 is a leading global development organization dedicated to improving lives around the world. Our professional staff includes experts in education, health, nutrition, economic development, civil society and environment as well as cross-cutting experts in gender issues, research, applied science, behavior change and Technology giving us the unique mix of capabilities to address today’s diverse and interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world.
About USAID ERICCA Project:
The USAID/Uganda Education and Research to Improve Climate Change Adaptation Activity (ERICCA) is assisting in the establishment of the Makerere University Centre for Climate Change Research and Innovations (MUCCRI) as a recognized national and regional hub of academic, professional development and research excellence in climate science, climate adaptation, and related disciplines. Under ERICCA, FHI 360 is mobilizing leading academics, scientists, and researchers to work side-by-side and in partnership with Ugandan colleagues to build upon the foundational efforts made by Makerere University College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) and others to date.
Job Summary: The Climate Change Technical Associate supports the ERICCA’s Climate Adaptation Specialist and Chief-of-Party (COP) in the day-to-day technical needs of the program. The incumbent will support the implementation of the technical direction of activities and, on an as needed basis, the operations of ERICCA. The Climate Change technical Associate will contribute to innovative climate change adaptation technical assistance of ERICCA.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Offer support to technical team in drafting reports, presentations, articles, and communications materials
Provide range of coordination support to technical team for events, including the MUCCRI/ERICCA seminar series, Climate Change Boot Camps, and Climate Champions, among others
Support the technical team in preparing and conducting both internal and external presentations, trainings, and other outreach modalities
Gather information and data, including internet, phone and literature research for use on knowledge hub/website
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicant should preferably hold a Master’s degree in one of the following fields: environmental science or management, natural resource management, fisheries, conservation, natural science, or other relevant international development field with bias towards climate change adaptation.
One year of experience and familiarity with issues of climate change adaptation, climate change related planning; agricultural and environmental science, resilience building, and sustainable development
Demonstrated strong research habits and skills
Significant experience in communicating quantitative and technical analysis and/or modeling to non-technical audiences
Proven ability to clearly communicate research and analysis, orally and in writing, to a wide range of audiences
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power point required
NB: Fresh graduates with strong knowledge and familiarity in the above areas are also encouraged to apply.
How to Apply:
All candidates who wish to join the USAID FHI360 project in the aforementioned capacity should send a cover letter, updated CV/resume including salary requirements to: The Human Resource Office, FHI 360, Plot 15 Kitante Close, P. O. Box 5768 Kampala, Uganda or via Email to: uganda-info@fhi360.org. Please clearly indicate the title of the position in the email subject line.
Deadline: 10th March, 2016