Climate Justice Inspirator at ActionAid (AA) Nigeria

ActionAid (AA) Nigeria is an affiliate of ActionAid International, which is a global alliance of organisations working towards achieving a world without poverty and injustice in which every person enjoys the right to a life with dignity. As a large and visible development organisation, we work in more than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and America. Our expertise lies in community-led approaches to development and working through partnerships with the poor and other grass root organisations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Climate Justice Inspirator

Location: Uyo, Akwa Ibom

Job Description

• The post holder will support partners and youth platforms to implement special empowerment initiatives/campaigns towards mobilising young people for climate justice engagements.
• S/he will provide training on climate vulnerability assessment and development of plan of action to address climate vulnerability and strengthen the capacity of the partners, youth groups and movements in area of youth engagement for climate justice.
• S/he will be based in ActionAid Nigeria partner’s office in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. 

Person Specifications
Education / Qualifications

• First Degree in Arts / Humanities / Social Sciences or other related field is essential.

Experience:

• At least two (2) years post NYSC experience, one (1) of which should be in youth related programme in the development sector is essential.
• Experience working with youth and youth groups is essential.
• Knowledge of and experience in developing and conducting effective climate justice campaigns is essential.
• Climate change experience especially in host communities and semi-urban areas is essential.

Skill / Abilities:

• Ability to provide capacity building and support to people with diverse backgrounds and different degrees of expertise.
• Excellent analytical and negotiating skills.
• Fluency in spoken and written English language.
• Highly numerate with excellent multitasking skills
• Excellent planning and prioritization skills
• Excellent (proven) interpersonal skills
• Passionate about young people and movements
• Experience in coordinating training/meetings.

Application Closing Date
9th October 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online