PlanAdapt is a global network-based organisation with a decentralised structure spanning across more than 25 countries. We provide knowledge services in support of effective, economically just and socially inclusive climate change adaptation (CCA) and climate risk management (CRM) around the world. We offer: <ul><li>Experience in working with diverse colleagues in a vibrant, multi-cultural and international work environment. </li><li>Exposure to cutting-edge projects and activities in research and capacity strengthening activities related to climate change adaptation and climate risk management, particularly in the Global South. </li><li>Value-based learning opportunities in an ambitious and growing international organisation. </li><li>An excellent opportunity to build leadership skills and knowledge in the areas of climate change adaptation and climate risk management. </li></ul> Role and responsibilities: <ul><li>Provide managerial and organisational leadership to processes and initiatives that contribute fulfil our mission, further build the vision and help to shape operational procedures. </li><li>Provide conceptual leadership in approaches and methods for capacity strengthening, (online) adult learning, e-learning, peer learning. </li><li>Represent PlanAdapt in international fora and initiatives and lead outreach and engagement process with existing and prospective partner organisations, funder and investors etc. </li><li>Manage a team and/ or fundraising processes targeting philanthropic funding, public tenders, and research grants. </li><li>Champion and drive forward activities in a sub-set of PlanAdapt’s core areas of work: <ul><li>Conduct applied research in the field of CRM and CCA using research-for-impact concepts. </li><li>Develop methods, concepts and approaches in view of effective, economically just and socially inclusive CRM and CCA. </li><li>Advise public sector/ governmental structures and businesses in view of understanding climate risks, planning, developing and implementing adaptation strategies. </li><li>Develop strategic institutional partnerships with other international actors/ organisations in the area of CRM, CCA and educational services. A significant part of the role will focus on the Climate Adaptation and Resilience Programme (CLARE) is a UK-Canada research programme on Climate Adaptation and Resilience, aiming to enable socially inclusive and sustainable action to build resilience to climate change and natural hazards in Africa and Asia-Pacific. The Programme is funded and run by the FCDO and IDRC. PlanAdapt co-hosts the CLARE Capacity Strengthening (CS) Hub, in collaboration with the African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS). It supports strengthening of research and research-for-impact capacities related to climate change adaptation and resilience among CLARE-financed research projects. </li></ul></li></ul> We are looking for: <ul><li>Level of experience: a minimum of 15 years in the areas of climate adaptation and resilience, climate risk management, climate justice; </li><li>Extensive experience (8+ years) in capacity strengthening, adult learning, pedagogy, didactics, specifically in the context of international cooperation and at least partly in countries of the Global South; </li><li>Extensive experience in international research programmes related to climate adaptation and resilience; </li><li>Ideally, you have an entrepreneurial spirit and some managerial and/ or leadership experience next to the excellence in the skills and experience required in view of PlanAdapt’s areas of work. Minimum qualifications: </li><li>An aptitude for improving systems and processes; </li><li>Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as a commitment to equal opportunities; </li><li>Ability to demonstrate an openness and willingness to learn about the application of gender/gender mainstreaming, and diversity for all aspects of development work; </li><li>Excellent attention to detail, creative and collaborative, and passion for PlanAdapt’s services and mission; </li><li>Effective interpersonal and communication skills to formulate and articulate contractual, technical, financial and value points with partners and internal PlanAdapt teams. </li></ul> Other information: Closing date: Applications will be processed upon receipt Duration: 1.5 years initially, with an intent to collaborate long-term Start: Flexible; ideally 1 July 2025 Location: remotely and/ or in one of the key locations Salary: annual salary 45000 to 65000 USD; according to experience, location and seniority of the appointment The incumbent will report to PlanAdapt’s Managing Director. To apply, interested persons should send an email, indicating the job title in the subject line, with the following documents to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:recruitment@plan-adapt.org">recruitment@plan-adapt.org</a> <ul><li>Motivation letter </li><li>Updated CV </li><li>Indication of your availability </li></ul>Please be aware, that we will contact only candidates that are selected for the next stage of the recruitment process. Application website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.plan-adapt.org/about-us/work-with-us/senior-manager-cca-cs/">https://www.plan-adapt.org/about-us/work-with-us/senior-manager-cca-cs/</a>

PlanAdapt works with and for people that struggle with the impacts of climate change and climate injustice, particularly in the Global SouthPlanAdapt is an independent global network-based organisation that provides knowledge services in support of effective, economically just and socially inclusive climate change adaptation and climate risk management around the world, with a particular focus on the Global South.We build an organisation that provides research findings, advisory services, and learning support while standing for values of the 21st century, such as mutual respect and support, inclusivity, and collective wisdom. Not only do we promote these values, but we incorporate them internally in the way we collaborate, share values and income, and make organisational decisions. A truly collaborative effort beyond cultural and disciplinary boundaries between researchers, enablers and facilitators with different backgrounds and types of knowledge.

Senior Manager and Changemaker – Climate Adaptation, Capacity Strengthening & Adult Learning

PlanAdapt is a global network-based organisation with a decentralised structure spanning across more than 25 countries. We provide knowledge services in support of effective, economically just and socially inclusive climate change adaptation (CCA) and climate risk management (CRM) around the world. We offer: <ul><li>Experience in working with diverse colleagues in a vibrant, multi-cultural and international work environment. </li><li>Exposure to cutting-edge projects and activities in research and capacity strengthening activities related to climate change adaptation and climate risk management, particularly in the Global South. </li><li>Value-based learning opportunities in an ambitious and growing international organisation. </li><li>An excellent opportunity to build leadership skills and knowledge in the areas of climate change adaptation and climate risk management. </li></ul> Role and responsibilities: <ul><li>Provide managerial and organisational leadership to processes and initiatives that contribute fulfil our mission, further build the vision and help to shape operational procedures. </li><li>Provide conceptual leadership in approaches and methods for capacity strengthening, (online) adult learning, e-learning, peer learning. </li><li>Represent PlanAdapt in international fora and initiatives and lead outreach and engagement process with existing and prospective partner organisations, funder and investors etc. </li><li>Manage a team and/ or fundraising processes targeting philanthropic funding, public tenders, and research grants. </li><li>Champion and drive forward activities in a sub-set of PlanAdapt’s core areas of work: <ul><li>Conduct applied research in the field of CRM and CCA using research-for-impact concepts. </li><li>Develop methods, concepts and approaches in view of effective, economically just and socially inclusive CRM and CCA. </li><li>Advise public sector/ governmental structures and businesses in view of understanding climate risks, planning, developing and implementing adaptation strategies. </li><li>Develop strategic institutional partnerships with other international actors/ organisations in the area of CRM, CCA and educational services. A significant part of the role will focus on the Climate Adaptation and Resilience Programme (CLARE) is a UK-Canada research programme on Climate Adaptation and Resilience, aiming to enable socially inclusive and sustainable action to build resilience to climate change and natural hazards in Africa and Asia-Pacific. The Programme is funded and run by the FCDO and IDRC. PlanAdapt co-hosts the CLARE Capacity Strengthening (CS) Hub, in collaboration with the African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS). It supports strengthening of research and research-for-impact capacities related to climate change adaptation and resilience among CLARE-financed research projects. </li></ul></li></ul> We are looking for: <ul><li>Level of experience: a minimum of 15 years in the areas of climate adaptation and resilience, climate risk management, climate justice; </li><li>Extensive experience (8+ years) in capacity strengthening, adult learning, pedagogy, didactics, specifically in the context of international cooperation and at least partly in countries of the Global South; </li><li>Extensive experience in international research programmes related to climate adaptation and resilience; </li><li>Ideally, you have an entrepreneurial spirit and some managerial and/ or leadership experience next to the excellence in the skills and experience required in view of PlanAdapt’s areas of work. Minimum qualifications: </li><li>An aptitude for improving systems and processes; </li><li>Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as a commitment to equal opportunities; </li><li>Ability to demonstrate an openness and willingness to learn about the application of gender/gender mainstreaming, and diversity for all aspects of development work; </li><li>Excellent attention to detail, creative and collaborative, and passion for PlanAdapt’s services and mission; </li><li>Effective interpersonal and communication skills to formulate and articulate contractual, technical, financial and value points with partners and internal PlanAdapt teams. </li></ul> Other information: Closing date: Applications will be processed upon receipt Duration: 1.5 years initially, with an intent to collaborate long-term Start: Flexible; ideally 1 July 2025 Location: remotely and/ or in one of the key locations Salary: annual salary 45000 to 65000 USD; according to experience, location and seniority of the appointment The incumbent will report to PlanAdapt’s Managing Director. To apply, interested persons should send an email, indicating the job title in the subject line, with the following documents to <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:recruitment@plan-adapt.org">recruitment@plan-adapt.org</a> <ul><li>Motivation letter </li><li>Updated CV </li><li>Indication of your availability </li></ul>Please be aware, that we will contact only candidates that are selected for the next stage of the recruitment process. Application website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.plan-adapt.org/about-us/work-with-us/senior-manager-cca-cs/">https://www.plan-adapt.org/about-us/work-with-us/senior-manager-cca-cs/</a>

Senior Manager and Changemaker – Climate Adaptation, Capacity Strengthening & Adult Learning

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