Save the Children Australia Seeks a Climate Finance New Business Development Advisor (Home-based, Ideally in the African Time Zone)

Climate Finance New Business Development Advisor – Climate-Smart Education Systems Initiative
Tracking Code: 4775-689
Location: Remotely or from a location in the African timezones
Position Type: Full-time, Maximum Term Appointment
Close Date: 7th February 2025
Job Description
Save the Children Australia is seeking a Climate Finance New Business Development Advisor to join our Climate Change Division (CCD). This position is home-based, ideally in the African time zone, and offers an exciting opportunity to support the Climate-Smart Education Systems Initiative (CSESI). The initiative, funded by the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) and implemented by Save the Children, UNESCO, and the UNESCO International Institute for Educational Planning (IIEP), aims to integrate climate change into education systems across 35 countries.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the delivery of climate finance workplan components across multiple countries within CSESI.
- Build relationships with donors and partners in climate finance.
- Support Ministries of Education in developing pathways for accessing climate finance and strategies for long-term resilience.
- Track funding opportunities, engage donors, and lead proposal development.
- Foster knowledge exchange and capacity building in climate finance.
Essential Requirements:
- Experience: At least 5 years of experience in business development, with expertise in climate finance mechanisms (e.g., the Adaptation Fund, Green Climate Fund).
- Skills: Strong interpersonal, negotiation, coordination, and leadership skills; proven experience in managing multi-country initiatives.
- Proposals: Demonstrated expertise in developing large-scale, evidence-based proposals.
- Communication: Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to work on impactful projects and enhance career development.
- A diverse and inclusive workplace that celebrates differences.
- Support for workplace wellness and employee development programs.
submit your cover letter and resume before 7th February 2025.
Contact Information:
For more information, please reach out to Lydia Baker (Climate Change and Education Principal Advisor) at [email protected].
Save the Children Australia is an equal-opportunity employer committed to safeguarding and maintaining a safe work environment for all.