Climate Change and Environment Advisor

The Organization
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation
that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.
We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often
suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls
who are most affected.
Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we
strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing
girls and all vulnerable children.
We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we
enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We
drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels
using our reach, experience and knowledge.
We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over ‎80 years,
and are now active in more than ‎70 countries.
Please see https://plan-international.org/organisation/strategy for Plan
international strategy
Plan started working in Egypt in ‎1981 and has a presence in ten of the ‎27
governorates in which the country is divided: two urban (Cairo and Alexandria)
and eight rural (Giza, Beheira, Kalyoubia, Damietta, Qena, Assuit, Sohag and
Aswan). Plan Egypt’s work focuses on child rights, implementing programmes
designed to enable communities to improve the lives of the most marginalised
children and their families. Plan Egypt’s Country Strategy focuses on five
strategic objectives listed below:
Improve the quality of early childhood care & education;
Promote economic empowerment of vulnerable young men & women;
Facilitate girls in realising their full potential in an enabling and gender
responsive environment that protects them from all forms of abuse, neglect,
exploitation and violence;
Support adolescents and young people, particularly girls to become active
drivers of change and lead the way towards more equitable and inclusive
societies;
Promote adolescents and young people, particularly girls to be empowered to
take informed decisions about their sexual and reproductive health and live
free from gender-based violence

Dimensions of Role: This position has no direct reports, but may need to
manage short term consultants or interns periodically. This position has
budget management responsibilities. This position supports the development of
quality programs/projects/proposals to promote the active participation of
local communities in adopting the relevant climate change and resilience
strategies. This position supports high quality programme design and
implementation by working with program quality and Strategic Partnerships
units and Program Units. Represents Plan at national, international and
regional levels and oversees stakeholder fora, networks, coalitions, etc.
related to climate change, resilience building and environment education. Team
up with the business development unit in developing the required project’s
proposals to ensure that environmental, climate change and resilience thematic
areas are funded.

Typical Responsibilities - Key End Results of Position:
Strengthen Plan International Egypt's work on Environment, Climate Change, and
Resilience Lead the development of project activities within the Sida
Generation Change program together with all relevant partners with a
particular focus on children, youth and young adults Lead the design and
provide training to all relevant actors within the Sida Generation Change
Program with a particular focus on CSOs and children, youth and young adults
Actively participate in the Plan International’s global policy and thematic
guidance development work in the area of environment, climate change, and
Resilience. Contribute to strengthen environment, climate change and
resilience capacities of relevant staff at country offices and partners
through comprehensive capacity strengthening initiatives and mentoring
programs. Facilitate trainings, webinars, learning events and workshops for
Plan International Egypt’s staff and at time local partners on environment,
climate change and resilience programming and standards. Collaborate with the
Strategic Partnerships department in designing and implementing advocacy and
communication strategies in the area of climate change and resilience,
particularly in the interlinkages between age, gender and climate change.
Advise Plan International Egypt on the relevant practices, procedures and
required changes to remain environment friendly in both programming and
operations.
Team up with the Country leadership team and the relevant departments such as
Strategic partnerships and position PIE as a key play in environmental and
climate change programming at national level.
Provide strategic guidance and technical support to other COs within the MEESA
region as and when required. In particular within the Sida Generation Change
Program
Lead the Climate Change and Resilience thematic and policy initiatives Act as
a project lead, including budget and reporting responsibilities, for the
thematic initiatives within the area of environment, climate change, and
resilience. Coordinate efforts related to environment, climate change and
resilience within the Plan International Egypt team. Lead and coordinate
efforts with external stakeholders, and consultants related to environment,
climate change, and resilience. Play a leading role in building, maintaining
and following-up of Plan International Egypt’s Environmental Policy. Represent
Plan International in external network fora for policy and thematic work in
Egypt and other COs as and when required. Team up with the Girl’s
Participation and Youth Engagement Advisor in fostering relevant program
strategies and interventions to support the active and meaningful
participation of young people in environment, climate change and resilience
programs.
Provide guidance, mainstreaming and program support for Climate Change and
Resilience throughout the program cycle Provide timely and qualitative
advisory in all stages of the project cycle within the thematic area including
collaboration with key Program Management staff at Plan Egypt, Country
Offices, partners and Regional Hubs in quality design, implementation and
reporting of environment, climate change, and resilience programs. Ensure key
components of the cross-cutting thematic area are mainstreamed in all
projects. Contribute to a productive and supportive cooperation with the
Country Offices, Global Hub, Reginal Offices, partners and Plan International
Egypt colleagues. Contribute to identify new funding opportunities within the
thematic area and to develop competitive funding proposals. Contribute to
assure the quality of the Plan International Egypt supported programs and
projects within the fields of environment, climate change, DRR and resilience
through regular monitoring, evaluation of results, documenting and sharing of
lessons learnt
Program Reporting and Documentation
To document the lessons learned and accumulative experience of girls’
leadership and youth participation activities.
To share and disseminate the information within the impact areas.
Safeguarding Children and Young People (Safeguarding) and Gender Equality and
Inclusion (GEI) Understands and puts into practice the responsibilities under
Safeguarding and GEI policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC),
ensuring that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the
appropriate procedures. Leads the orientation of programme staff to ensure
that they are properly inducted on and understands their role in upholding
Plan International’s safeguarding and GEI policies; Ensures that Plan
International’s global policies for Safeguarding Children and Young People and
Gender Equality and Inclusion are fully embedded in project design, during
implementation and as principles applied in day-to-day work of Programme team;
Ensures that Plan Egypt contributes to Plan International’s global efforts to
ensure safeguarding and GEI, including making sure that relevant reporting and
data are submitted.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES Strategic thinking, flexibility and good judgement in
times of crisis Demonstrated people management and mobilization skills Good
communication and presentation skills Ability to work in remote areas during
emergency and made decisions with a sense of urgency Holding self and others
to account for what we have agreed, dealing with poor performance quickly,
firmly and constructively. Collaborating with team members, colleagues and
partners in finding creative solutions to problems by sharing information,
experience and ideas and actively seeking their input. Motivating and
developing others by taking an interest, giving constructive feedback ensuring
they are properly trained and helping them develop their potential. Good team
player, communicating effectively and being open and supportive towards those
around them.
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES Understands relevant sectoral context
including how the sector operates in terms of funding and governance and
awareness of Plan's purpose, values, and global strategy Manages legal and
reputational risk including risk assessment, communication, risk management
and reporting in full compliance with risk-related standards, including in
areas such as Child and Youth Safeguarding and Protection, Gender equality and
inclusion, Counter Fraud, Safety and Security Managing activities and
resources including skills in strategic thinking, planning and organising,
financial planning and monitoring, negotiation and programme and project
management Managing people and information including skills in assessment and
coaching, evidence-based management, communication skills, both speaking and
writing, and digital working, including personal digital skills Managing
resources and delivery: -Knows the resources required for their role. Manages
their own workload, avoiding under or overcommitting to delivery activities;
-Works according to a budget and uses the relevant financial systems.; -Works
according to principles of data protection; -Understands how information is
used for reporting and decisions making; - Seeks to continually improve
personal working practices. Programme and project management: -Aware of the
programmes that Plan International delivers directly and through partner
organisations. -Aware of the programme and project management procedures
relevant to their role.; -Complies with financial procedures and controls
relevant to their role; -Seeks opportunities to reflect on and learn from all
work. Digital working: Identifies ways to use digital to improve the
effectiveness of work activities. Understands how digital enablers can
contribute to achieving Plan International’s purpose. Utilises the digital
tools available in line with privacy and safeguarding guidelines. Evidence-
based management: Understands the importance of high-quality data and the
implications of poor data. Understands what data Plan International needs to
inform decision-making. Interprets a range of sources to inform evidence-based
decisions relevant to their role

Dealing with Problems:
Ability to resolve a wide range of challenges related to girls’ leadership,
youth participation and civil society strengthening.
Provide leadership and guidance on girls’ leadership, youth participation,
climate change and civil society strengthening programs.
Ability to identify and manage relationships with key stakeholders at the
national level evading any unrequired complications, based on a deep
understanding of the current operating context.
Communications and Working Relationships: The Program Advisor will report
directly to the Head of Humanitarian Response! The relevant advisors at the
Strategic Partnership and Advocacy Unit- High Level. Advocacy Communication
Coordinator – High level Project coordinators/managers – Medium level
Sponsorship staff – Medium level. Program Units staff - Medium level.
Monitoring and Evaluation staff – High level. BD Manager and Associate -- High
Level. Country Leadership team – Medium level.
Knowledge, Skills, Behaviors, and Experience Required to Achieve Role’s
Objectives:
Knowledge A Master Degree in social science, environmental management or
equivalent qualification in relevant field. A minimum of ‎5 years relevant work
experience at a similar level in the field of Climate Change, Environment or
disaster risk management. . Profound understanding of integrated development
issues and critical analysis of climate change and how girls and women are
disproportionally affected by it. In depth Knowledge of development issues,
trends, challenges and opportunities and implications linked to youth
participation, climate change and resilience strengthening programs. Several
years of experience of working nationally/internationally with development
cooperation within Climate Change and Resilience and related fields of work.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience of Environment, Climate Change and
Resilience programming and policy from development and humanitarian contexts.
Preferably knowledge about connections between Age, Gender and Climate Change.
Demonstrated experience of advocating for Climate Change and Resilience
issues. Demonstrated experience working within or with civil society actors
Demonstrated experience in building Environment, Climate Change and Resilience
capacities of teams and integrating Environment, Climate Change and Resilience
into other thematic and cross sectoral programs. In particular civil society
organizations and actors Well oriented with relevant international frameworks
and processes such as Agenda ‎2030, UNFCCC, Global Platform for DRR etc
Skills Proven ability to develop project proposals concept notes. Proven
ability to transform complex information into actionable points. Excellent
networking and partnership building skills Research, analytical and problem-
solving skills Excellent communication, facilitation and professional writing
skills Strong negotiation, strategic thinking and influencing skills MS office
skills
Behaviors (Plan International’s Values in Practice)
We are open and accountable Promotes a culture of openness and transparency,
including with sponsors and donors. Holds self and others accountable to
achieve the highest standards of integrity. Consistent and fair in the
treatment of people. Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them.
Accountable for ensuring we are a safe organization for all children, girls &
young people.
We strive for lasting impact Articulates a clear purpose for staff and sets
high expectations. Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to
challenge and new ideas. Focuses resources to drive change and maximize long-
term impact, responsive to changed priorities or crises. Evidence-based and
evaluates effectiveness.
We work well together Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing
to compromise when appropriate. Builds constructive relationships across Plan
International to support our shared goals. Develops trusting and ‘win-win’
relationships with funders, partners and communities. Engages and works well
with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all
children.
We are inclusive and empowering Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to
others, willing to compromise when appropriate. Builds constructive
relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals. Develops
trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.
Engages and works well
Physical Environment and Demands: Typical office environment but with at
least ‎25% time in the field including community visits. Willingness and
commitment to provide support o other COs in MEESA and and when required.
Level of Contact with Children: Medium level – Occasional Contact with
children.

Type of Role: One-year fixed term contract
Location: Plan Egypt CO, Maadi.
Reports to: Head of Humanitarian Response “HHR”.
Closing Date: ‎26 th of May ‎2022

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the
advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply
Please note that only applications and CVs written in English will be
accepted.
A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan
International's Child Protection Policy.
As an international child centered community development organization, Plan
International is fully committed to promoting the realization of children's
rights including their right to protection from violence and abuse. That means
we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact
with.
Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many
threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organization, do
everything we can to keep children safe. We must not contribute in any way to
harming or placing children at risk.
Plan International operates an equal opportunities policy and actively
encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all areas of the
international community.
Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan
International stands for.
We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work
with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability,
gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity,
race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to
create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in
every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.
We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial
justice, gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion.