Climate Change Adaptation Expert – Lesotho

Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Climate Change Adaptation Expert for a environment, governance consultancy assignment financed by UNDP in Lesotho.

Aninver Development Partners SL is preparing a proposal for an upcoming technical assistance project funded by the UNDP in Lesotho, focusing on the environment and governance sectors. We are currently seeking a qualified Climate Change Adaptation Expert to join our multidisciplinary team for an assignment spanning eight months.

The overarching objective of the initiative is to strengthen national resilience and climate change governance in Lesotho. The selected expert will play a pivotal role in assessing vulnerabilities, supporting policy development, and integrating robust climate adaptation strategies into institutional frameworks to address pressing environmental challenges.

Aninver is preparing a proposal for this assignment. The selected expert will be part of the proposed team; the engagement is conditional on the contract being awarded to Aninver. The full Terms of Reference for the position are shared with shortlisted candidates.

Objectives of the assignment

• Assess climate vulnerabilities and risks across target sectors and institutional frameworks in Lesotho.
• Support the enhancement of national climate change adaptation policies and strategic action plans.
• Strengthen the capacity of local stakeholders and governance bodies in resilience-building practices.
• Integrate climate change adaptation measures into broader developmental and environmental frameworks.

Scope of work

• Conduct a comprehensive review of existing climate change policies, strategies, and regulatory frameworks in the country.
• Perform vulnerability assessments to identify key climate risks and impacts on vulnerable communities and sectors.
• Facilitate stakeholder consultations, workshops, and training sessions with government officials and institutional partners.
• Develop practical guidelines and recommendations for mainstreaming climate adaptation into public sector planning.
• Draft technical reports and policy briefs outlining strategic priorities for climate resilience.

Your role as Climate Change Adaptation Expert

• Lead all technical activities related to climate change adaptation and resilience building under the assignment.
• Design and execute vulnerability assessment methodologies tailored to the national context.
• Provide expert advisory support to national counterparts on climate policy formulation and implementation.
• Collaborate closely with team members and local stakeholders to ensure alignment with project objectives and UNDP standards.
• Prepare high-quality technical deliverables, reports, and progress updates within the stipulated timeframe.
• Present findings and strategic recommendations to key stakeholders and the donor.

Requirements

• Education: Master’s degree in environmental science, climate change adaptation, environmental engineering or a related field
• 7 years relevant experience in climate change adaptation, resilience building, vulnerability assessment and climate policy support
• Languages: Good English

Desirable

• Prior experience working on UNDP-funded projects or assignments in Southern Africa.
• Familiarity with the national context and environmental priorities of Lesotho.

An experienced climate change adaptation professional with a strong background in policy support, vulnerability assessments, and resilience building within international development projects.

Assignment details

• Location: Lesotho
• Financed by: UNDP
• Sector: Environment, governance
• Estimated duration: 8 months
• Contract: individual consultancy (conditional on award)

About Aninver Development Partners

Aninver is an international development consulting firm headquartered in Spain. It supports governments, development banks, UN agencies and bilateral donors with feasibility studies, technical assistance, evaluations and capacity building across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Asia-Pacific, working with a network of international and national experts.

Why apply

• Join a multidisciplinary team on a UNDP-financed project in Lesotho.
• Individual consultancy: flexible, output-based engagement with an experienced proposal team.
• Your CV stays in Aninver's expert network for future assignments that match your profile.

How to apply

Sign in (or create a free account) and upload your CV in English. Add your LinkedIn profile, indicative daily rate and availability to speed up the assessment. Aninver will contact the shortlisted candidates.

Frequently asked questions

Is the position confirmed? The engagement depends on the contract being awarded to Aninver. Shortlisted experts are included in the proposal with their consent.

Can I apply if I am not based in the country? Yes, unless the requirements say otherwise; relevant regional experience is an asset.

What happens with my CV? It is used to assess your fit for this and future positions and is not shared with third parties without your consent.