Environment and Climate Change Specialist at FAO
Job snapshot
Environment and Climate Change Specialist vacancy at FAO. The role supports core financial processes and reporting. The post is based in Dodoma / Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, closing on Nov 5, 2026.
| Role | Environment and Climate Change Specialist |
|---|---|
| Employer | FAO |
| Location | Dodoma / Dar es Salaam, Tanzania |
| Deadline | Nov 5, 2026 |
FAO runs financial controls and monthly reporting.
Role overview
The Environment and in for this vacancy the advertised role Climate for this vacancy Change Specialist provides technical support in in the advertised role as covered here designing formulating implementing and on this listing for this vacancy monitoring FAO's climate and on this listing as covered here environment projects in Tanzania.
Key responsibilities
- Carrying out climate vulnerability as covered here risk ecosystem resilience analyses to for this vacancy on this listing guide project formulation and on this listing policy decision making.
- Job Overview.
- Supporting resource mobilization by for this vacancy identifying climate and for in the advertised role this vacancy biodiversity financing openings and for this vacancy developing project pipeline concepts.
- Providing technical advisory support in the advertised role on climate smart agriculture in the advertised role as covered here climate for this vacancy change adaptation mitigation as as covered here covered here biodiversity conservation in the advertised role ecosystem restoration sustainable natural resource management.
- Coordinating multi stakeholder consultations for this vacancy over government ministries local as covered here authorities CSOs research institutions private sector actors.
- Coordinating environmental and as covered here social safeguard compliance via in the advertised role risk screening mitigation planning as covered here continuous monitoring against FAO and donor standards.
- GEF LDCF initiatives conducts as covered here as covered here environmental on this listing risk assessments ensures social in the advertised role safeguard compliance coordinates with in the advertised role government and development partners This as well covers reporting to the FAO Representative and in the advertised role for this vacancy Assistant in the advertised role FAO Representative Programme for this vacancy the Specialist leads project proposals.
- Leading technical inputs for on this listing concept notes project documents as covered here funding proposals aligned with for in the advertised role this vacancy national priorities for this vacancy FAO frameworks donor requirements.
- Represent FAO in on this listing national technical working groups as covered here like CUFONA policy dialogues in the advertised role UN Outcome Group reporting platforms.
- Job ID: 149731.
Requirements
- Advanced University Degree Master's or equivalent in for this vacancy as covered here as covered here Climate on this listing Change Environmental Science as on this listing covered here Environmental Management in the advertised role Natural Resource as covered on this listing here Management Agriculture Environmental Economics or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 7 years of related professional experience in for this vacancy in the advertised role as covered here climate change adaptation mitigation for on this listing this vacancy natural resource management climate in as covered here the advertised role finance or sustainable agriculture.
- Excellent working knowledge of in the advertised role English the two written and spoken.
- The post holder is a National of in the advertised role on this listing the United Republic of as covered here Tanzania.
Key skills
- Risk Assessment & Control
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Financial Accounting
- Auditing & Controls
- Financial Analysis
- Budget Management
How to apply
Applications must be submitted electronically via on this listing the official FAO careers on this listing on this listing portal for this vacancy under Non Staff Openings for this vacancy National Project Personnel NPP in on this listing the advertised role before November 5 2026.
Common questions
- What role is open?
- FAO is recruiting a Environment and Climate Change Specialist.
- Where is the job based?
- The post is based in Dodoma / Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
- When does it close?
- The closing date is Nov 5, 2026.
- How do I apply?
- Submit your application directly on the employer's official portal: Apply on the FAO site
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Advert requirement: Advanced University Degree Master's or equivalent in for this vacancy as covered here as covered here Climate on this listing Change Environmental Science as on this listing covered here Environmental Management in the advertised role Natural Resource as covered on this listing here Management Agriculture Environmental Economics or a related discipline. How does your education or training match this requirement? Give the exact qualification, institution and completion status. Do not assume an alternative qualification is accepted.
Advert requirement: Minimum of 7 years of related professional experience in for this vacancy in the advertised role as covered here climate change adaptation mitigation for on this listing this vacancy natural resource management climate in as covered here the advertised role finance or sustainable agriculture. Which roles or assignments demonstrate the experience requested here? Explain the dates, your responsibility, your actions and the outcome. Do not count overlapping periods twice.
Advert requirement: The post holder is a National of in the advertised role on this listing the United Republic of as covered here Tanzania. How would you demonstrate this requirement using a specific example from your work or training? Describe the task, your actions, relevant tools and outcome. Be clear about anything you have not yet done.
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Refer to the letter heading above, I am writing to apply for the Environment and Climate Change Specialist position. After reviewing the advertised requirements, I believe my skills, experience, and commitment to professional results make me a strong candidate for this opportunity.
My background has prepared me to contribute effectively in work relevant to Environment and Climate Change Specialist. I can bring relevant experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work responsibly with teams, clients, and organizational priorities. In tailoring this application, I would highlight evidence related to Key skills How to apply shared questions Advanced University Degree on this listing Master's or equivalent in for this vacancy as covered here Climate.
I am especially interested in this role because it aligns with responsibilities such as Leading technical inputs for concept notes project documents funding proposals aligned with for this vacancy national priorities FAO frameworks donor requirements carryin.... I am confident that my ability to learn quickly, communicate clearly, and deliver dependable work would support the goals of the organization.
I have attached my CV and supporting documents for your review. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss how my qualifications match this position before the application deadline of Nov 5, 2026.
Thank you for considering my application.
How to apply for this job
For Environment and Climate Change Specialist, use the method in this advert and finish before November 5, 2026 (1:59 AM).
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