Chemonics International seeks Climate Adaptation Project (CAP) Specialist for the USAID-funded Indonesia Marine and Climate Support (IMACS) project. This project provides technical support for improving key marine and fisheries sector components with the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (MMAF), local governments, coastal communities, and the private sector.
The CAP Specialist’s responsibilities include:
The CAP Specialist’s responsibilities include:
- Assist with the promotion of key tools for climate change assessment and adaptation planning
- Engage stakeholders during national, provincial and district policy reviews to identify obstacles to coastal community adaptation.
- Provide the technical assistance needed to strengthen MMAF capabilities in coastal community adaptation,
- Develop the regulatory framework and awareness campaign for climate adaptation practices along the coast, track vulnerabilities and climate change impacts, and contribute to appropriate land and sea use planning.
- Special attention will be directed to conserving critical habitats such as mangrove forests and coral reefs that act as buffers against storm damage and maintain ecosystem services in the face of sea level rise.
- Advanced degree preferred.
- Knowledge of issues related to climate change adaptation and natural disasters in coastal areas in Indonesia.
- At least 5 years of experience in a role relevant to the work listed above
- Proficiency speaking and writing in English
