Climate Change Adaptation Consultant at Scofield Associates

Scope of Work:

The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Rapid Evidence Assessment: Conduct a rapid evidence assessment on climate change adaptation interventions in LMICs, focusing on the effectiveness and scalability of various approaches.
• Technical Expertise: Provide technical expertise on climate change adaptation, particularly in the areas of:
• Ecosystems/biodiversity/nature-based solutions
• Infrastructure, including human settlements/urban housing
• Health
• Coastal resilience
• Research and Evaluation: Design and implement research studies to evaluate the impact of adaptation interventions in LMICs. Use a range of empirical research methods to assess the effectiveness of different approaches.
• Policy Engagement: Engage with policymakers and other stakeholders to share research findings and recommendations. Develop clear, practical recommendations for policy and practice based on the evidence.
• Team/Co-creation: Contribute effectively to multi-disciplinary research teams, ensuring high-quality research outputs and effective collaboration.

Qualifications and Experience:

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:

• Advanced Degree: A master’s degree or Ph.D. in a relevant field, such as climate change, environmental science, or development studies.
• Experience: At least five years of experience working on climate change adaptation interventions in LMICs. Demonstrated experience in conducting rapid evidence assessments and other forms of research synthesis.
• Research Expertise: Strong research skills, including experience with a range of empirical research methods and a deep understanding of adaptation interventions.
• Policy Engagement: Experience engaging with policymakers and other stakeholders to communicate research findings and influence policy.
• Teamwork: Ability to lead and collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary research teams.
• Publication Record: A strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals on the topic of climate change adaptation.
• Association: Linkage and association to an institution of higher education is also an added advantage.
• Prior experience working with the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), USAID or other international development agencies, is an added advantage.

Deliverables:

• The consultant will be expected to work within a team and deliver on the following:
• A comprehensive rapid evidence assessment report on climate change adaptation interventions in LMICs.
• Technical reports and policy briefs on specific adaptation topics.
• Research and study designs for evaluating adaptation interventions.
• Presentations and workshops for policymakers and other stakeholders.