Responsibilities / Duties:
Complexity & Problem Solving:
- Navigate complex issues within the international development landscape, leveraging expertise to define and address challenges unique to the Center’s focus area.
- Develop and execute long-term operational plans that align with FHI 360’s organizational strategy and address climate action challenges.
- Translate FHI 360’s overarching organizational strategy into actionable plans for the Center for Climate Action.
- Identify priority areas to grow FHI 360’s climate action practice based on market analysis and FHI 360’s competitive strengths.
- Select opportunities across diverse funders to expand the portfolio and secure funding for research, programs, and advocacy.
- Foster innovation and drive the adoption of evidence-based practices in the portfolio.
- Achieve lasting impact for the Center’s portfolio by delivering high-quality results.
- Meet operational goals and business development targets in support of the organizational strategy.
Expertise & Influence:
- Serve as a high-visibility expert and spokesperson for FHI 360’s climate action portfolio, including research, programs, and advocacy.
- Engage with senior management, executives, and key stakeholders to cultivate essential partnerships for the Center’s success.
- Align the 3-Year Resource Mobilization Plan for climate action with the Center’s 3-Year Operational Plan for strategic integration with existing FHI 360 core product lines.
- Develop indicators and provide data for monitoring and measuring climate action metrics.
- Oversee the implementation of market-shaping and advocacy strategies to drive future business and lead efforts for new business lines.
Collaboration & Interaction:
- Identify and establish new collaborative partnerships with funders, government entities, and key stakeholders to build FHI 360’s reputation and credibility.
- Engage with senior management, executives, and key stakeholders to foster partnerships critical to the Center’s success.
- Collaborate with business development and technical teams across operational units to contribute to the 3-Year Resource Mobilization Plans and lead the development of the 3-Year Climate Action Operational Plan.
- Represent FHI 360 in external outreach, conferences, meetings, and visits to showcase its work and build its market reputation.
- Forge and maintain collaborative relationships with global operations teams.
- Facilitate the collection, documentation, and dissemination of evidence and best practices.
- Share best practices and contribute to the knowledge base through participation in scientific forums and technical networks.
- Stay informed about funding opportunities and support or lead business development efforts.
Task Management & Efficiency:
- Lead a multidisciplinary team, promoting a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
- Supervise senior staff members, directing team activities, capacity-building efforts, and the implementation of annual work plans.
- Manage and coordinate the implementation of strategic and operational plans for the Center.
- Strengthen the capacity of global staff working on climate action in program delivery.
- Support locally led development and national staff thought leadership efforts.
- Leverage expertise across the organization for analysis, technical support, knowledge products, and strategic and operational planning.
- Embrace additional duties as assigned, contributing to the team’s multifaceted and evolving responsibilities.
Qualifications:
Knowledge & Skills:
- Broad understanding of climate change and its impacts on the development sector; expertise in a relevant area (e.g., energy) is advantageous.
- Expertise in utilizing digital technology, AI, and geospatial data in research, programs, and advocacy.
- Visionary, strategic thinker with a multidisciplinary approach to problem-solving.
- Extensive experience in leading the development and execution of strategic goals.
- Proficient in designing, implementing, and managing climate action projects funded by various sources, including corporations, foundations, and multilateral development banks.
- Knowledgeable in business development processes, specifically proposal development in an international NGO context.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to articulate and communicate clearly and positively with clients and staff.
- Demonstrated skills in project and personnel management.
- Fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking); proficiency in additional languages is a plus.
- Experience in monitoring and evaluation, strategic planning, capacity building, and team management.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent in environmental or climate science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 15 years of related experience in environmental or climate science, change management, strategy planning, consulting, internal corporate strategy, managing nonprofit programs, and technical delivery in international development settings. Alternatively, 12 years with a master’s degree, 9 years with a Ph.D., or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree or its international equivalent in a related field.
- Relevant certifications or their international equivalents, demonstrating dedication to excellence in nonprofit international development or related fields such as international development, strategic management, or related areas.
