Climate Change/ Justice Officer at Network of African National Human Rights Institutions (NANHRI)

• Climate Justice Advocacy and Policy Development
• Advocate for Climate Justice: Lead the promotion of climate justice within NANHRI’s mandate, ensuring that the human rights implications of climate change are addressed in national, regional, and international policy frameworks.
• Policy Recommendations: Develop evidence-based policy recommendations thatlink human rights tclimate change mitigation, adaptation, and resilience strategies.
• Ensure these policies are inclusive and equitable, with a focus on vulnerable communities in Africa.
• Engage in International Dialogues: Represent NANHRI in global climate and human rights forums (e.g., UNFCCC COP meetings, African Union discussions), advocating for the rights of affected communities and the integration of climate justice intinternational climate agreements and frameworks.
• Capacity Building and Knowledge Sharing
• Build the Capacity of Member NHRIs: Support African National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs), civil society organizations, and other stakeholders involved in climate justice and human rights initiatives in understanding and addressing the human rights impacts of climate change through tailored training programs, workshops, and tools developments.
• Develop Resources: Support tCreate and disseminate resources that guide NHRIs in integrating climate justice principles inttheir operations, including monitoring, reporting, and advocacy related tclimate change and human rights.
• Facilitate Knowledge Exchange: Foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing among NANHRI member institutions, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders involved in climate justice and human rights initiatives.
• Monitoring and Reporting on Climate-Induced Human Rights Violations
• Monitor Climate Justice Issues: Lead efforts ttrack and document climate change impacts on human rights across Africa, focusing on vulnerable groups such as women, Indigenous communities, and low-income populations.
• Prepare Reports and Briefs: Write and compile comprehensive reports, case studies, and policy briefs that highlight the human rights consequences of climatechange and recommend actions for addressing these challenges.
• Establish Monitoring Mechanisms: Develop and implement mechanisms for monitoring the progress of climate justice policies and programs within NHRIs and other relevant entities.
• Fundraising and Resource Mobilization
• Secure Funding for Climate Justice Initiatives: Lead the identification and pursuit of funding opportunities tsupport NANHRI’s climate justice initiatives. This includes writing grant proposals, building relationships with donors, and seeking partnerships with international organizations and philanthropic bodies.
• Develop Fundraising Strategies: Create and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy texpand the financial capacity of NANHRI’s climate justice programs. This strategy will focus on diversifying funding sources, including government grants, private donors, and partnerships with international organizations.
• Ensure Financial Accountability: Oversee the effective management and utilization of funds allocated for climate justice programs, ensuring transparency andaccountability in line with donor expectations and NANHRI’s financial policies.
• Community Engagement and Stakeholder Coordination
• Engage with Affected Communities: Work closely with climate-affected communities tensure that their voices are heard in climate policy discussions, and their human rights are central tclimate action. Facilitate dialogues between NHRIs and marginalizedgroups tdevelop community-driven solutions.
• Build Partnerships: Forge strong partnerships with other stakeholders involved in climate justice, including civil society, governments, international agencies, and the private sector.
• Coordinate Collaborative Projects: Lead and coordinate joint initiatives between NANHRI, NHRIs, and other relevant actors tpromote climate justice in Africa, ensuring that climate policies are inclusive, rights-based, and impactful.
•  Advocacy and Public Relations-
• Public Advocacy and Awareness: Raise awareness about the intersection of climate change and human rights by speaking at conferences, writing articles, and engaging in media campaigns.
• Engage with Media and Advocacy Groups: Collaborate with media and advocacy organizations thighlight climate justice issues and promote policy changes at local, national, and regional levels.
• Represent NANHRI in national, regional, and international meetings, presenting the organization’s position on climate justice and human rights and advocating for the rights of vulnerable populations.
• Research and Analysis
• Stay Informed on Global and Regional Trends: Keep abreast of the latest developments in climate science, international climate agreements, and human rights standards, ensuring that NANHRI remains a leader in addressing the intersection of climate change and human rights.
• Strategic Leadership and Reporting
• Strategic Planning: Contribute tthe development and implementation of NANHRI’s long-term strategic plan, ensuring that climate justice is integrated intthe organization’s goals and activities.
• Report on Progress: Regularly update the NANHRI leadership on the status of climate justice initiatives, including challenges, successes, and opportunities. Prepare annual reports and presentations for stakeholders, donors, and partners.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERTIENCES:

• Educational Background: A Master’s degree in Human Rights, Environmental Policy, Climate Change, Law, or a related field.

Experience:

• At least 5 years of professional experience in climate change, human rights advocacy, or environmental justice.
• Experience working with vulnerable and marginalized communities affected by climate change.
• Proven track record in policy development, stakeholder engagement, and program implementation.