Climate Integration Adviser

Job Brief

Canberra based (preferred), with some possible travel required

**Location**:
Canberra based (preferred), with some possible travel required

**Program background**

Climate Resilient Communities (CRC) supports implementation of the Australian Government's climate change commitments under _Australia's International Development Policy_, in line with partner government priorities.
- CRC supports the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) to increase climate investments, drive climate integration, and better address climate change and disaster risk across Australia’s development portfolio.
- CRC incentivises funding towards gender-responsive, inclusive climate and disaster resilience programming, particularly in the water, food, nature-based solutions, and energy sectors.
- DFAT has engaged DT Global to support the implementation of CRC through a Support Unit.
- For further information about CRC, please visit the following link on **DFAT website**.

**The Role**
- The Climate and Integration Adviser will be based at the CRC DFAT Canberra office and will provide technical advice and guidance to DFAT program managers to strengthen integration of climate and disaster resilience.provide input and advice for integrating climate across the development program, consistent with the International Development Policy, including through development of program designs and programming guidanceconduct climate integration program clinics and training for DFAT program managers and implementing partners as requiredsupport capability building and mentoring of DFAT staff to integrate climate in development programmingsupport DFAT development program performance reporting regarding climate adaptation and mitigation.

**About You**

**Essential Experience and Knowledge**Tertiary qualifications in in climate change, environmental or social sciences, natural resource management, environmental engineering or a related field.Strong knowledge and experience in relation to building climate and disaster resilience (including adaptation, mitigation, and intersection, with inclusive approach and disaster risk reduction), with a preference for the sectors of food security, water security or energy transition.Extensive experience and contemporary knowledge of international development activities related to strengthening climate and disaster resilience and sustainable development in Indo-Pacific.Comprehensive understanding of Australia's international development and climate commitments including Australia’s International Development Policy and other relevant policies, including the investment design quality standards and criteria.Demonstrated understanding of national and regional climate and disaster resilience priorities in Indo-Pacific such as outlined in National Adaptation Plans (NAP) and Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and other national and regional policies.Strong interpersonal skills and ability to cultivate and maintain productive working relationships across geographically dispersed teams, with demonstrated experience in working sensitively and collaboratively in complex cross-cultural operating environments, particularly in the Indo-Pacific.

**HOW TO APPLY**

Please submit
1) Your CV
2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria

**APPLICATIONS CLOSE Midnight 25th May 2025 AEST**

**About DT Global**

DT Global is shaping a future where sustainable development and innovation empower individuals, communities, and nations. We work in partnership with local stakeholders to foster inclusive prosperity, social equity, and environmental stewardship. Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries to solve complex problems in the peacebuilding, governance, economic development, environment, and human development sectors. With a track record of technical excellence and more than 60 years of international development experience and relationships, we deliver innovative solutions that transform lives.

DT Global is committed to child protection and safeguarding the welfare of children in the delivery of our international development programs. We are committed to Safety and the Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), and bribery prevention. DT Global is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage women, men, people with diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities to apply. This program is funded by the Australian Government and Managed by DT Global.