Country Lead - RESIslands Initiative (Comoros)
Quick answer
The Economic Commission for Africa is hiring a 6-month, in-office Country Lead in Moroni, Comoros, to coordinate the RESIslands climate resilience initiative.
- Role
- Country Lead - RESIslands Initiative (Comoros)
- Organization
- Economic Commission for Africa
- Location
- Moroni, Comoros
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-06-15
The role
The Economic Commission for Africa is seeking a Country Lead in Comoros to coordinate the RESIslands project aimed at strengthening institutional capacities for climate risk management. This role involves serving as the primary local focal point to facilitate stakeholder engagement, execute training programs, and ensure project alignment with national priorities. The successful candidate will support institutional strengthening and data collection to foster long-term climate resilience. This position is a 6-month consultancy embedded within a national designated institution.
What you'll do
- Serve as the in-country focal point for all RESIslands activities and project implementation.
- Facilitate engagement with national stakeholders, government ministries, and international partners.
- Organize and convene national workshops, consultations, and training events.
- Provide technical assistance and monitor project deliverables against work plans and budgets.
- Collect local data and contribute to knowledge management products and research activities.
What it takes
- Advanced University Degree (Master’s level) in Climate Science, Environmental Policy, Project Management, or related fields.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in climate resilience, institutional development, or project coordination.
- Fluency in both English and French.
- Proven experience working with government institutions and managing donor-funded projects.
- Strong capabilities in qualitative and quantitative data collection and technical reporting.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
This position is based in Moroni, Comoros, and is an in-office role.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Applicants must have a Master's degree in a relevant field, at least five years of experience in climate resilience or project coordination, and fluency in English and French.
By when should I apply for this position?
Applications for this position must be submitted by June 15th.
How to apply
Apply directly on Economic Commission for Africa's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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