Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Contract Type: 12-month fixed-term
Application Deadline: 7 August 2025, 22:59 EAT
Eligibility: Kenyan nationals only
DanChurchAid (DCA), a Danish faith-based humanitarian and development organization, is seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and competent Climate Advocacy Officer to join its Kenya Country Office in Nairobi. This position is embedded within DCA’s global climate advocacy team and plays a key role in advancing climate justice through strategic advocacy initiatives at both regional and global levels.
While the successful candidate will work from DCA’s Kenya Office under the day-to-day oversight of the Country Director, the position is functionally accountable to the Global Climate Lead based in Copenhagen. Occasional international travel may be required.
Purpose of the Role
The primary purpose of the Climate Advocacy Officer is to support and implement international climate advocacy initiatives developed in collaboration with DCA’s Global Climate Lead and advocacy team. This role will directly contribute to strengthening DCA’s climate justice agenda by engaging in policy processes, building strategic alliances, and supporting advocacy actions designed to influence key decision-makers.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research and strategic analysis of international climate policies, frameworks, and negotiations, ensuring alignment with DCA’s advocacy priorities.
- Actively engage in relevant climate networks, coalitions, and alliances to amplify DCA’s climate justice agenda.
- Foster and maintain meaningful dialogues with policymakers, duty bearers, civil society organizations, and other relevant stakeholders in the climate space.
- Collaborate with the global climate advocacy team to design, coordinate, and implement targeted advocacy campaigns and public events.
- Oversee practical and logistical arrangements for advocacy-related activities, including preparation of materials and coordination of participants.
- Contribute to overall project management responsibilities, including budgeting, monitoring, reporting, and documentation of results and lessons learned.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education:
- A university degree in Political Science, International Relations, Economics, Geography, Natural Resource Management, Social Studies, Communication, Project Management, or a related discipline.
Professional Experience:
- Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience working in climate change-related advocacy.
- Demonstrated experience in international collaboration and engagement in cross-border advocacy networks.
- Proven track record of successfully planning and implementing advocacy activities, including public campaigns, stakeholder consultations, or policy dialogues.
- Experience in project management, including familiarity with budgets and monitoring frameworks.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to translate complex climate issues into compelling advocacy messages.
- Self-driven and able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to engage with a wide range of actors.
- High degree of initiative, creativity, and strategic thinking.
- Proficient in spoken and written English.
- Full legal right to work in Kenya. Only Kenyan nationals are eligible for this position.
About DanChurchAid (DCA)
DanChurchAid is a faith-based, non-profit organization headquartered in Denmark, committed to supporting the world’s most vulnerable populations. DCA works through a human rights-based approach with a strong focus on resilience, climate justice, and inclusive governance. As a member of the ACT Alliance, DCA collaborates with numerous international and local partners to advocate for systemic change and to deliver life-saving and development support across the globe.
DCA’s climate advocacy approach is grounded in dialogue, informal stakeholder engagement, and a commitment to achieving concrete policy outcomes that benefit rightsholders most affected by the impacts of climate change.
What DCA Offers
- A 12-month national contract with competitive compensation in accordance with the DCA Kenya salary scale and National Employee Handbook.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including insurance and leave entitlements.
- An opportunity to work as part of a global team of climate advocates, engaging with colleagues across continents and contributing to meaningful systemic change.
How to Apply
Qualified and interested candidates should apply through the DanChurchAid official recruitment portal.
Deadline for applications: 7 August 2025 at 22:59 EAT
Applicants are advised to submit their applications as early as possible, as DCA reserves the right to close the vacancy once a suitable candidate is identified.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Statement
DanChurchAid is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, marital status, religion, political affiliation, or ethnic background, are encouraged to apply. Women are strongly encouraged to apply. All hires are subject to anti-terrorism background checks and ongoing compliance with DCA’s code of conduct and integrity standards.
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