Climate Adaptation & Resilience – Senior Manager - IDAS

Work closely with the Associate Director/Pillar Head responsible for Renewable Energy, climate change and adaptation to identify, shape, pursue and deliver business opportunities across Africa. He/she will combine business development with delivery and management of engagements. The role will require travel across Africa.

Academic/Professional qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in health, economics, forestry, agriculture, environmental science etc.  A post graduate qualification in a relevant field would be essential.

• At least 10 years’ working experience in the international development sector or working with development finance institutions, preferably in Africa;

• Proven experience of managing projects and teams in a development or professional services firm;

• At least 6 years of experience/knowledge working in the field of climate adaptation and resilience;

• Demonstrated ability to generate business and deliver work regarding climate adaptation and resilience;

• Track record of success in writing proposals and winning engagements;

• Established relationships and networks with Multilateral development organizations such as the World Bank, FCDO, USAID, etc.

• Well-developed presentation, proposal and report writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
   

Personal attributes:

• Good communication (written and verbal), numeracy, presentation and analytical skills.

• IT proficiency, especially Microsoft Office

• An eye for detail

• Team player with leadership capability

• Excellent coordination and planning skills

• Multicultural skills to operate across diverse African jurisdictions.

• Resilience, tenacity, and the ability to handle difficult client conversations.

• Comfort with multitasking, flexibility, open-mindedness, and the ability to make quick decisions.

• Unquestionable integrity.