Remote Climate Change Specialist AFOLU & NDCs

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations is seeking a Climate Change Specialist on a home-based, 11-month consultancy. The role focuses on advancing FAO’s climate-change mitigation and adaptation work within the AFOLU sector, including NDCs, MRV systems, and nature-based solutions.

You will engage with national authorities, partners, and regional teams to translate policy into actionable plans.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in climate change, forestry or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in climate change, AFOLU, or related areas.
• Working knowledge of English.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise on climate change mitigation and adaptation, including AFOLU, agri‑food systems, and watershed management.
• Support policy planning processes (NDCs, NAPs, LT‑LEDS) and MRV system development.
• Engage with ministries, government bodies, research institutions, and international partners.
• Contribute to capacity development and knowledge sharing activities.
• Develop and contribute to project concepts, pre‑feasibility and funding proposals related to climate change.

Skills

Climate change mitigation

English proficiency

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

MSc in Climate Change/Forestry/Natural Resources Management/Environmental Science

Job description

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations is seeking a Climate Change Specialist on a home-based, 11-month consultancy. The role focuses on advancing FAO’s climate-change mitigation and adaptation work within the AFOLU sector, including NDCs, MRV systems, and nature-based solutions.

You will engage with national authorities, partners, and regional teams to translate policy into actionable plans.