POSITION OVERVIEW:
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated person to join our Environmental Justice and Sustainable development team. The successful candidate will be pivotal in advancing our mission by implementing strategies, programs, and policies that address environmental injustices, food security, climate justice and promote sustainable development practices within our organisation and our partner communities. Additionally, this role will involve utilizing research and report-writing tools to support evidence-based decision-making and advocacy efforts.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and implement programs and projects that promote environmental equity, access to environmental resources, and sustainable development practices such as community-based initiatives, advocacy campaigns and policy reforms.
- Be in charge of HEDA’s EJSD program, which involves refining and developing indicators, establishing targets, monitoring project advancement, ensuring prompt data collection, compiling and submitting periodic reports, and collaborating with project teams on all project results and outcomes.
- Conduct Research and analysis on environmental justice issues, including environmental health disparities, community impacts of environmental degradation and opportunities for sustainable development at local, regional, and national levels.
- Conduct workshops, training sessions, and educational outreach programs to raise awareness about environmental justice issues and promote sustainable practices within the organization and the community.
- Develop reports, publications, and other materials to communicate the organisation’s work on environmental justice and sustainable development.
- Develop detailed budgets and budget narratives, ensuring accuracy and alignment with proposed activities.
- Develop and maintain relationships with external partners, including government agencies, non-profit organisations and private sector companies to advance our organisation’s goals in environmental justice and sustainable development.
- Write clear, concise, and persuasive grant proposals to secure funding by tailoring proposals to meet the specific requirements and priorities of funding agencies.
- Represent the organisation at various stakeholder events, workshops, meetings, and conferences as may be assigned.
- Perform any other tasks as assigned by your line manager
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental studies, Sociology, Sustainable development, public health, or a related field.
- Proven experience (minimum of 3 years) working in related field.
- Strong understanding of environmental justice principles, food security challenges, climate justice issues, and sustainable development practices.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Proficiency in research methodologies, data analysis, proposals and report writing tools.
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Commitment to social justice, equity, and environmental sustainability.
How to Apply:
To apply, email your letter of interest, and current CV to humanresources@hedang.org with the subject: “Environmental Justice and Sustainable Development Officer (insert your name).” Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. No phone inquiries. HEDA Resource Centre will contact shortlisted candidates.
To learn more about the HEDA Resource Centre, please visit our website:
HEDA Resource Centre – Human and Environmental Development Angenda (hedang.org)