Technical Specialist for Environmental Sustainability and Climate Action (ESCA) for BASIN
Lead initiatives to integrate sustainable practices and climate action into livelihood programs.
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Overview
Lead initiatives to integrate sustainable practices and climate action into livelihood programs.
You have:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental, Sustainability, Climate Change, Natural Resource Management, on agri-food system or agri-business, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in environmental sustainability, climate action under livelihood, food security, agriculture sector.
- Proficient English
- Strong understanding of Climate-smart agriculture, environmental safeguards, Climate vulnerability assessment, Natural resource management, Green value chains and sustainable production, Disaster risk reduction (DRR)
- Familiarity with participatory and gender-responsive climate approaches.
- Competent in the use of Microsoft Office computer programs including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Experience working with market system development or agricultural value chains is an advantage.
With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.
Come join our 31,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!
Key Responsibilities:
Position Summary:
The Technical Specialist for Environmental Sustainability and Climate Action (ESCA) for BASIN will lead initiatives to integrate sustainable practices and climate related action into design and implementation of livelihood programs including mainstreaming ESCA into Inclusive market system development, access to formal/informal finance programming, and considering an integrated approach with GEDSI approaches. A key focus would be working cross-functional on a green (sustainable environment, climate resilient) and gender inclusive business model. Therefore, this role involves developing strategies, conducting research, and implementing projects aimed at minimize/reducing environmental negative impact, enhancing community resilience to climate change, and promoting green opportunity, such as green product, technology, services, jobs and policy.
The specialist ensures alignment with WVI Cambodia’s technical approaches, global climate action frameworks, and donor requirements, while building the capacity of project teams and partners to promote a climate-resilient and environmentally responsible agriculture sector.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental, Sustainability, Climate Change, Natural Resource Management, on agri-food system or agri-business, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in environmental sustainability, climate action under livelihood, food security, agriculture sector.
- Proven experience as a team player is desirable
- Experience working with market system development or agricultural value chains is an advantage.
- Proficient English
- Strong understanding of Climate-smart agriculture, environmental safeguards, Climate vulnerability assessment, Natural resource management, Green value chains and sustainable production, Disaster risk reduction (DRR)
- Familiarity with participatory and gender-responsive climate approaches.
- Adaptability and problem-solving skills to address complex environmental challenges.
- Strong knowledge on agri-food system or agri-business will get preferred
- Trained on Sustainable environment, climate smart agriculture, circular economy
- Understand the Humanitarian industry, standards and protocols
- Team management and leadership skills
Proven track record of working with diverse stakeholders, including community members, government agencies, NGOs, and the private sector.
Competent in the use of Microsoft Office computer programs including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Applicant Types Accepted:
Local Applicants Only
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience in environmental sustainability and how it relates to climate action? | This question assesses your relevant experience in the field. | Provide specific examples of past projects and outcomes. |
| How do you approach integrating gender-responsive strategies in environmental programs? | The interviewer wants to understand your approach to inclusion. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use for assessing climate vulnerability in communities? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a challenge you faced in promoting climate-smart agriculture and how you overcame it. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| In your opinion, what are the most important factors when developing sustainable business models in agriculture? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure stakeholder engagement in environmental initiatives? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What technologies do you think are crucial for advancing climate action in agriculture? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of a successful project you've managed related to climate action? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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Source:
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