12847 - Coastal Resilience Policy Specialist

CMCC - Centro Euro-Mediterraneo sui Cambiamenti Climatici; Milano; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welfare package

Job summary

CMCC - Centro Euro-Mediterraneo sui Cambiamenti Climatici seeks a Coastal Resilience Policy Specialist to support planning, coordination, and implementation of ATEC training and education initiatives focused on decision-support tools for coastal planning and resilience.

The role reports to the ATEC Director and requires experience in climate policy, capacity-building for public authorities, and strong Italian/English communication.

Qualifications

• Master in the fields of economics, political science, public policies, and environmental studies.
• At least 2 years of work experience.
• Proven track record in designing and implementing capacity enhancement programmes for public authorities on climate change adaptation, coastal resilience and sustainability.
• Familiarity with EU and Italian policies, institutions, and decision-making processes related to environmental sustainability and climate change, including experience with EU and national funded projects.
• Strong interest and knowledge of environmental economics, coastal resilience, and coastal governance issues, with a commitment to sustainability and resilience.
• High motivation to work in a multicultural and fast-paced environment.
• Proactive team worker with excellent communication skills in Italian and English.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, organization and implementation of training programmes on the use of integrated coastal and marine monitoring systems for informed disaster risk management and decision-making towards coastal resilience.
• Support design and implementation of activities engaging public stakeholders, including organizing workshops, conferences, and policy dialogues.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and external partners to design and implement EU-funded projects advancing coastal resilience.
• Assist in developing policy recommendations using research findings and stakeholder inputs for evidence-based coastal resilience decisions.
• Prepare reports, briefings, and presentations for policymakers and stakeholders.

Skills

Team player

English proficiency

Italian proficiency

Policy communication

Education

Master in economics

Master in political science

Master in environmental studies

Job description

CMCC Position cod. 12847

Coastal Resilience Policy Specialist

Deadline: October 20th, 2026

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Are you ready to join a dynamic team where your proactive approach and project management skills can contribute to tangible outcomes in the research field? We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Coastal Resilience Policy Specialist to join our team at the Advanced Training and Education Center (ATEC). In this role, you will support the planning, coordination, and implementation of ATEC’s training and education initiatives, with a strong focus on projects and activities aimed at strengthening capacity in the use of decision-support tools for informed coastal planning and decision-making.

As a key member of our team, you will help ensure the smooth and effective delivery of training and education programmes that align with CMCC and ATEC’s strategic goals and contribute to accelerating innovative research on coastal governance.

This position is ideal for a proactive individual who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to contribute to impactful scientific and educational initiatives.

ABOUT US

CMCC Foundation is a cross-cutting scientific research center on climate change and its interactions with the environment, society, the world of business, and policymakers. Our work aims to stimulate sustainable growth, protect the environment, and develop strategies for the adaptation and mitigation of climate change. CMCC's core objective is to conduct cutting-edge science, to train the next generation of scientists at both national and international levels, and to be a beacon for climate modelling.

CMCC pursues fundamental and applied science with utmost scientific integrity, prioritizing data-driven science and providing data, information, and research results that can support informed public debate and decision-making processes. To achieve climate research objectives at the highest international standards, we invest in training all our talents, and strive to create a workplace where everyone can excel.

At CMCC you will find a strong, professional environment. Join an inclusive community that values diversity, where every voice is heard and respected. Help foster a culture of innovation and societal change, where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive and succeed.

Over the last decade, CMCC has experienced extraordinary growth. We are now embarking on a new chapter of our journey that will further boost CMCC’s global position in climate change research... Together!

ROLE

The Coastal Resilience Policy Specialist reports to the ATEC Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute to the design, organization and implementation of training programmes on the use of integrated coastal and marine monitoring systems for informed disaster risk management and decision-making towards coastal resilience.
• Support the design and implementation of targeted activities to engage public stakeholders (national and local public authorities, disaster risk and rescue management authorities, environmental agencies), including organizing workshops, conferences, and policy dialogues to facilitate knowledge exchange and promote collaboration among diverse stakeholders.
• Support the collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and external partners to design and implement EU-funded projects aimed at advancing coastal resilience and promoting sustainable development.
• Assist in the development and implementation of policy recommendations, leveraging research findings and stakeholder inputs to inform evidence-based decision-making on coastal resilience.
• Prepare reports, briefings, and presentations to communicate research findings, policy analyses, and recommendations to policymakers, practitioners, and other stakeholders.

REQUIREMENTS

• Master in the field of economics, political science, public policies, and environmental studies.
• At least 2 years of work experience.
• Proven track record in designing and implementing capacity enhancement programmes for public authorities on climate change adaptation, coastal resilience and sustainability.
• Familiarity with EU and Italian policies, institutions, and decision-making processes related to environmental sustainability and climate change, including experience working on EU and national funded projects.
• Strong interest and knowledge of environmental economics, coastal resilience, and coastal governance issues, with a demonstrated commitment to promoting sustainability and resilience.
• High motivation to work in a multicultural and high-pace environment
• Proactive Team worker and excellent communication skills in Italian and English.

Nice to have

• Good research and analytical skills, with good knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methods
• Initial experience in European and national research projects

DURATION, COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Please note that this opportunity will be issued both internally and externally.
• The Managers will be based in Milan CMCC office.
• The contract offered for this position will be a Coordinated and Continuous Collaboration contract, starting from 2026, November and lasting for 12 months;
• The gross annual salary range for this position is 30,000.00 - 40,000.00 Euros. The salary offered within the range will be determined based on years of relevant experience, level of seniority, specific technical skills, applying objective and gender-neutral criteria.
• Welfare package of 2,000 Euro per year.
• Flexible working time as per internal policies.
• Support during the immigration process, if needed.

PROTECTED CATEGORY

Belonging to legally protected categories (ex L. 68/99) will constitute a preferential condition.

Some fiscal benefits could be applied for repatriated workers or foreign researchers/professors, having the requirements defined by Dlgs 147/2015 (for repatriates) or Dl 78/2010 (for foreigners).

CMCC is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status, and other legally protected characteristics. Please omit from your CV any data you or we might consider discriminatory.

This job announcement is an invitation to express interest in the above-mentioned CMCC Position.