Policy Advisor, NBS Biophysical Monitoring Systems
INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE FORSUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
The Position IISD’s Water Program is part of a cross-program collaborative effort to support the Scaling Urban NBS for Climate Adaptation in Sub-Saharan Africa (SUNCASA) project. This project focuses on engaging local partners and communities to design and implement nature-based solutions (NbS) to support climate adaptation and biodiversity in urban watersheds in sub-Saharan Africa. The project also aims to enhance gender-responsive and inclusive governance of NbS in these urban communities. The Policy Advisor, Biophysical Monitoring Systems will be responsible for developing and implementing biophysical monitoring plans to demonstrate the impact of SUNCASA’s NbS activities in three project geographies. The advisor will develop key partnerships, coordinate staff and partner activities, and compile results to demonstrate the biophysical impacts of NbS interventions within the timeline of the project. Finally, the successful candidate will aim to build local capacity by developing monitoring protocols for NbS, delivering related guidance and training, and communicating the results of the monitoring efforts in regional and other relevant forums. The successful candidate will be part of a multidisciplinary team, working closely with IISD staff, affiliates, consultants, and partners. The successful candidate...
South Africa : International
2024-02-20
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