Policy Advisor

Policy Advisor - Climate Change Adaptation Governance National Adaptation Plan (NAP) Global Network

The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) is an award-winning independent think tank working to accelerate solutions for a stable climate, sustainable resource management, and fair economies. Our work inspires better decisions and sparks meaningful action to help people and the planet thrive. We shine a light on what can be achieved when governments, businesses, non-profits, and communities come together. IISD’s staff of more than 120 people, plus over 150 associates and consultants, come from across the globe and from many disciplines. With offices in Winnipeg, Geneva, Ottawa, and Toronto, our work affects lives in nearly 100 countries.

**About IISD Resilience and the NAP Global Network**

IISD’s Resilience Program is a multidisciplinary team of policy researchers who work with governments, civil society, communities, and businesses to help them manage climate
- and conflict-related risks. Its work focuses on planning, people, and nature—preparing for a different or uncertain future, making sure different genders and social groups influence and benefit from investments in resilience, and harnessing the role of ecosystems to help communities manage risks.

Within this portfolio, the Resilience Program hosts the secretariat for the NAP Global Network, an initiative focused on accelerating adaptation planning and action in developing countries. The NAP Global Network strives to achieve this goal by, a) enhancing national-level action through short
- and longer-term technical support on adaptation planning, b) facilitating South-South peer learning and exchange, and c) generating, synthesizing, and sharing knowledge on NAP processes. Established in 2014, the NAP Global Network connects more than 1,500 participants from over 150 countries, with financial support from an expanding base of donors.

**The Position**

The policy advisor will provide project coordination, research, knowledge management and communication support to the secretariat of the NAP Global Network.

**Main Responsibilities**

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1. Project coordination and implementation (50%)*
- Plan, organize, and oversee technical assistance programming for the NAP Global Network based on the needs collaboratively identified and communicated by in-country partners.
- Recruit and oversee locally engaged and international contractors, working in close collaboration with IISD project managers.
- Convene, facilitate, and contribute to virtual and face-to-face workshops, meetings, and other events of various sizes.
- Contribute to the preparation of narrative and financial reports to funders.
**2. Research and issues tracking (10%)**
- Conduct reviews and research on adaptation governance and planning in the Global South.
- Write reports, papers, and briefs that accurately synthesize and assess research findings.
- Follow and summarize news and events pertaining to adaptation governance and planning.
**3. Engagement and networking (20%)**
- Establish and actively maintain a network of partners and contacts working on adaptation governance to advance the strategic objectives of the NAP Global Network in this area.
- Strengthen the NAP Global Network’s involvement in relevant networks and initiatives around the world.
**4. Communications and outreach (10%)**
- Prepare knowledge products and presentations (with limited oversight and editing) that share the NAP Global Network’s work on adaptation governance.
- Share research results through webinars, workshops, conferences, and other events.
- Represent NAP Global Network at national and international forums.
**5. Business development (10%)**
- Support other IISD personnel with the development of new project ideas and proposals on climate change adaptation.
**Experience Sought**

Please note that our Resilience team works across multiple time zones. We are looking for someone with a “can-do” work attitude, who is able to work autonomously while proactively engaging with other team members, particularly working in a remote and/or hybrid work environment.

Qualifications (Essential)
- A master’s degree or equivalent in international development, environmental studies, geography or another similar area
- Availability to travel internationally (about 20% of the time)
Knowledge and experience (Essential)
- Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in climate change adaptation
- Understanding of and practical experience in climate change adaptation, particularly in the Global South.
- Desirable: Relevant experience in Latin America a strong asset
- Specific knowledge of adaptation governance, policy, and planning
- Desirable: Experience working on NAP processes and/or Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) an asset.
- Desirable: Knowledge of adaptation finance and budgeting a strong asset.
- Knowledge of international development and experience working in developing countries
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