Climate Change Adaptation Consultant at Scofield Associates Tanzania

Climate Change Adaptation Consultant
Climate Change Adaptation Consultant at Scofield Associates Tanzania June 2024
Background
Welcome
to Scofield Associates, your premier research partner in the Horn of
Africa. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, we have established
ourselves as a leading research firm operating across nine countries in
this dynamic and diverse region. Our extensive presence allows us to
provide unparalleled insights and comprehensive analysis, tailored to
meet the unique needs of our clients. Our expertise spans various
sectors, including governance, development, security, and public policy.
We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, evidence-based research
that informs decision-making and fosters positive change.

Operating
in nine countries across the Horn of Africa, Scofield Associates is
strategically positioned to capture the region’s complex realities. Our
extensive network and local knowledge enable us to conduct thorough
research and provide valuable insights that reflect the nuanced contexts
of each country. This broad reach ensures that we remain at the
forefront of developments in the region, offering our clients the most
relevant and up-to-date information.

At Scofield Associates, we
offer a wide range of research services designed to meet the diverse
needs of our clients. These include Qualitative and Quantitative
Research, Policy Analysis and Development, Program Management,
Monitoring and Evaluation, Organization Capacity Assessment, and Big
Data Analytics. We employ robust
methodologies to gather and analyze data, assist policymakers with
evidence-based recommendations, assess the impact and effectiveness of
development initiatives, provide training and support to local
institutions, and harness the power of big data for comprehensive
insights.

Scofield Associates is seeking highly qualified consultants for an
anticipated research task, to support climate change adaptation work in
low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This work will be crucial for
building resilience and reducing the vulnerability of communities to the
impacts of climate change.

Scope of Work
The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Rapid Evidence Assessment: Conduct a rapid evidence assessment on
  climate change adaptation interventions in LMICs, focusing on the
  effectiveness and scalability of various approaches.
• Technical Expertise: Provide technical expertise on climate change adaptation, particularly in the areas of: 
• Ecosystems/biodiversity/nature-based solutions
• Infrastructure, including human settlements/urban housing
• Health
• Coastal resilience
• Research
  and Evaluation: Design and implement research studies to evaluate the
  impact of adaptation interventions in LMICs. Use a range of empirical
  research methods to assess the effectiveness of different approaches.
• Policy
  Engagement: Engage with policymakers and other stakeholders to share
  research findings and recommendations. Develop clear, practical
  recommendations for policy and practice based on the evidence.
• Team/Co-creation:
  Contribute effectively to multidisciplinary research teams, ensuring
  high-quality research outputs and effective collaboration.

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Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:

• Advanced Degree: A master’s degree or Ph.D. in a relevant field, such
  as climate change, environmental science, or development studies.
• Experience:
  At least five years of experience working on climate change adaptation
  interventions in LMICs. Demonstrated experience in conducting rapid
  evidence assessments and other forms of research synthesis.
• Research
  Expertise: Strong research skills, including experience with a range of
  empirical research methods and a deep understanding of adaptation
  interventions.
• Policy Engagement: Experience engaging with
  policymakers and other stakeholders to communicate research findings and
  influence policy.
• Teamwork: Ability to lead and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary research teams.
• Publication Record: A strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals on the topic of climate change adaptation.
• Association: Linkage and association to an institution of higher education is also an added advantage.
• Prior
  experience working with the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth &
  Development Office (FCDO), USAID or other international development
  agencies, is an added advantage

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