Programme Officer, Climate & Environment
Organizational Context
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.
Job Purpose
Madagascar is highly vulnerable to climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation, impacting children and vulnerable communities. These challenges affect child survival, nutrition, education, water security, protection, and resilience. Aligned with the UNICEF Madagascar Country Programme 2024-2028, UNICEF collaborates with the Government, development partners, and communities to enhance climate resilience, disaster risk reduction, environmental sustainability, and adaptation measures. Climate and environmental considerations are integrated across UNICEF programmes to ensure children and young people benefit from resilient, inclusive, and sustainable services and systems. The Programme Officer (Climate & Environment) supports the implementation of UNICEF Madagascar's climate and environment agenda through programme coordination, policy dialogue, partnerships, evidence generation, and resource mobilization.
Responsibilities
The Programme Officer (Climate & Environment) supports the integration of climate and environmental priorities across UNICEF programmes, ensuring children and communities are better protected from climate and environmental risks. The role provides technical and programme management support for the implementation of climate and environment-related activities, contributing to the achievement of the Country Programme's objectives. This includes supporting the development and implementation of strategies for climate change adaptation, disaster risk reduction, and environmental sustainability, with a focus on child-centered approaches. The officer will engage in policy dialogue with government counterparts and partners to advocate for child-sensitive climate policies and actions. They will also contribute to building partnerships with relevant stakeholders, including civil society organizations, private sector, and academic institutions, to leverage resources and expertise. Furthermore, the position involves supporting evidence generation through research, data collection, and analysis to inform programme design and advocacy efforts. Resource mobilization activities, including proposal development and donor engagement, will also be a key responsibility. The Programme Officer will monitor and report on the progress of climate and environment-related programmes, ensuring accountability and timely delivery of results.
Work Experience
At least two years of professional experience in programme management or coordination in the field of climate change, environmental sustainability, disaster risk reduction, or a related area. Experience working in a developing country context is an asset. Experience with UNICEF or other UN agencies is desirable.
Skills
Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Sustainability, Disaster Risk Reduction, Child-Centered Programming, Policy Dialogue, Partnership Building, Resource Mobilization, Programme Management, Data Analysis, Report Writing, Advocacy, Stakeholder Engagement