Honolulu
To submit an application visit: https://theapplicantmanager.com/jobs?pos=EW261
The East-West Center is accepting applications for a two-year, limited appointment as a Climate Risk Specialist in the Research Program. The position is a grant funded position seconded to the State of Hawaii (SOH) Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) and will coordinate the grant collaboration between the East-West Center and the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission funded by the United States Climate Alliance. This collaboration (Climate Ready Hawaii Initiative) will develop standard operating procedures to guide mainstreaming of climate change consideration and resilience practice in key State agencies. The Specialist will lead the implementation of portion of the Initiative aimed to develop a roadmap for the SOH’s agencies dealing with climate change impacts.
Major duties include: in collaboration with DLNR, designs and executes the project; manages relations with relevant government agencies; drafts and publishes all publications and reports; researches and prepares reports of best practices and knowledge of climate proofing and mainstreaming for state and county governments in Hawaii; assesses local agency institutional capacities to fulfill climate proofing and mainstreaming goals; and conducts analyses of strategies to implement climate proofing into daily operations. The Specialist will also engage state and county governments to establish and maintain a network for contacts, institutional linkages and formal agreements to pilot the incorporation of climate vulnerability and risk assessment and mitigation in existing infrastructure and future planning; develop and deliver informational presentations for stakeholders to inform them of the issues, risks, and recommendations for climate proofing efforts; work with EWC staff to integrate EWC climate science and policy best practices into the project; and assists in writing progress and final reports for submission to the grant provider.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree or equivalent in a field related to public policy, or allied discipline, with strong emphasis on climate change, resilience, climate change science, economics or other related fields
At least three years of professional experience in the fields of environment and climate change adaptation for local climate risk assessments, environmental risk assessment, risk mapping, climate modelling, and /or climate change mainstreaming
Experience in operationalizing climate risk/related policies indifferent states
Knowledge of best practice methodological approaches for localized risk assessments
Strong analytical and writing skills and track record in producing relevant reports and other communications and knowledge materials
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and experience in organizing and facilitation consultations and workshops
Sensitivity to diverse opinions and difficulties arising from differing social and cultural perceptions
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Familiarity with the context of Hawaii’s climate policies and related climate risk assessments
COMPENSATION: An annual salary of $87,241 (which includes a cost-of-living allowance currently at 10.28%, but subject to change) and an attractive benefits package.
OTHER INFORMATION: This position is based in Honolulu, Hawaii. Work will be conducted primarily remotely while COVID restrictions are in place, but successful candidates are required to reside in Hawaii throughout their appointment. Employees are expected to be onsite at our Honolulu offices once it is deemed safe to do so.
HOW TO APPLY: Submit an application by clicking on the APPLY NOW button at https://theapplicantmanager.com/jobs?pos=EW261. Application information should include a cover letter with the position title and a statement addressing how the qualifications are met, a resume, and names and contact information of three professional references. Screening and assessment will be based on materials submitted. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
An Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. As required under Title IX, the East-West Center does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs or activities it operates, including in admissions and employment.
This is a non-management position
This is a full time position
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