Climate Change Capacity Strengthening Expert, Indonesia

Job Description

DT Global is seeking a part-time consultant in Jakarta, Indonesia to support the USAID Ber-IKAN Project, aimed at enhancing Indonesia’s marine biodiversity through improved fisheries management. The consultant will develop climate change adaptation and mitigation training modules for various stakeholders, including government partners, private sector entities, and community representatives.

Company Description

DT Global partners with local stakeholders to promote sustainable development across 90 countries, focusing on peacebuilding, governance, economic development, environment, and human development. The organization emphasizes technical excellence, social equity, and environmental stewardship.

Background

The collaboration between the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries, Republic of Indonesia, and USAID has resulted in the USAID – Bersama Kelola Perikanan Project (2022-2027), which aims for sustainable fisheries management and enhancement of marine biodiversity. The project focuses on four key objectives related to fisheries policies, governance, market incentives, and the protection of endangered marine species, targeting an area of over 5 million hectares for sustainable management.

Position Summary

The consultant will work with the USAID Ber-IKAN team to integrate climate change into capacity-building activities. Responsibilities include creating training modules tailored to different audiences, conducting desk reviews, gathering feedback, and coordinating with relevant partners for content approval and module testing.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare an inception report.
• Conduct a survey of existing climate change training materials.
• Create content outlines for government, private sector, and community audiences.
• Develop individual training modules focused on climate change adaptation and mitigation.
• Facilitate joint review meetings for module feedback and revisions.
• Support the testing of training modules with target groups.

Education & Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years in climate change adaptation and mitigation.
• 5+ years in climate change impacts on fisheries.
• 4+ years in training and capacity building.
• 2+ years in curriculum/module development.
• Strong communication and writing skills.
• Experience with USAID activities is a plus.
• Legal authorization to work in Indonesia.

Core Competencies

• TEAMWORK: Collaboration toward common goals; fostering a culture of inclusion and trust.
• COMMUNICATION: Clear and professional information exchange; effective listening and openness.
• ADAPTABILITY: Adjusting to changing demands through critical thinking.
• CUSTOMER/CLIENT FOCUSED: Responsiveness to customer needs.
• DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Respectful of diverse perspectives and inclusive behavior.
• PROFESSIONALISM: Ethical conduct and respectful communication.

DT Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.