Climate Evidence Network Lead - Remote & Global Partnerships

Covidence; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental foundation in Johannesburg is seeking a Climate Evidence Network Manager to enhance evidence use in climate decision-making. This fixed-term role offers flexible working hours and includes responsibilities such as partnership management and community engagement. Candidates should have experience in climate networks, excellent communication skills, and relevant academic qualifications. Competitive salary and benefits are provided, including annual leave and a monthly home office allowance.

Benefits

4 weeks annual leave

Up to 10 days per year paid sick leave

Monthly home allowance

Access to wellbeing services

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience in partnership management and delivery.
• Strong communication skills in English; bilingual French highly desirable.
• Ability to travel freely and frequently across Africa.

Responsibilities

• Build and support the Climate Evidence Network.
• Ensure evidence meets policymakers' needs.
• Coordinate and host regular meetings and forums.

Skills

Communication skills in English

Partnership management and delivery

Identifying evidence needs

Coordinating meetings

Research experience

Education

Degree in environmentally focused field

Advanced degree (Masters, PhD or similar)

Job description

An environmental foundation in Johannesburg is seeking a Climate Evidence Network Manager to enhance evidence use in climate decision-making. This fixed-term role offers flexible working hours and includes responsibilities such as partnership management and community engagement. Candidates should have experience in climate networks, excellent communication skills, and relevant academic qualifications. Competitive salary and benefits are provided, including annual leave and a monthly home office allowance.