Climate Change Trainee Programme
Uganda * Fulltime - Training prog
Giz Uganda
Category: NGO
Total Positions:
Location: Uganda
Fulltime - Training prog
Salary: Not mentioned
Posted 1 year ago
The Global Carbon Markets (GCM) Project, implemented by GIZ on behalf of the German Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK), aims to enhance the capacity of public, private, and civil decision-makers in using market-based climate protection instruments to implement climate policies. In Eastern Africa, the project focuses on supporting Uganda and other countries in enhancing their participation in Article 6 of the Paris Agreement and the Voluntary market to drive climate action and sustainable development at scale.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• A. Key Learning Areas
• The Trainee will learn the following;
• Research and Analysis
• Researching international and regional carbon markets, while analysing policy frameworks and market trends in Uganda and Eastern Africa.
• Preparing briefing notes, technical reports, or policy summaries.
• Project Support
• Planning and organising workshops, training sessions, and meetings including for the Eastern Africa Alliance on Carbon markets and Climate Finance.
• Drafting presentations, reports, and communication materials.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Learn how to exchange with government agencies, private sector actors, NGOs, and international organisations involved in climate change and carbon markets.
• Data Collection and Management
• Data collection and analysis for monitoring and evaluation purposes.
• Maintaining project files and ensuring proper documentation.
• Administrative Tasks
• Logistical and coordination support during consultations and events.
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QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Climate Change, forestry, economics, environmental engineering, natural resource management, or a related field.
• Note: The candidate should have completed his or her degree no earlier than February 2023.
• Other knowledge, additional competences
• Prior internship, volunteering, or coursework in climate change, carbon markets, or sustainable development is desirable.
• Familiarity with international climate policies, especially the Paris Agreement and Article 6 mechanisms.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and writing skills in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Teams).
• Self-motivated, proactive, and willing to learn.
• Ability to manage time efficiently.
• Commitment to addressing climate change and promoting sustainable development.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications and CVs should be in one document and a maximum of 5 pages only and sent electronically, quoting the position and reference number.
Please include name and contact of three references. One official reference from your current workplace: where applicable.
Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply to the Head of Human Resources by email to recruitment-uganda@giz.de until 5pm on Sunday 9th March 2025.
Please note: This is a national position. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Disclaimer: GIZ DOES NOT charge any kind of FEE(s) at whichever stage of the recruitment process.
Deadline: Expired
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