June 14th, 2024

The Office of the Special Climate Envoy in the Executive Office of the President of Kenya (The Office) is charged with advising the President of Kenya on matters related to climate change policy and action and represent Kenya in regional and international forums and negotiations on climate change.

The Office also coordinates with other stakeholders, including civil society, private sector, and development partners, to mobilise resources and support for Kenya’s climate change agenda

The Office has a special focus on carbon markets aligned with Kenya’s Nationally Determined Contribution commitment to the Paris Agreement to abate 32% of its emissions by 2030. Kenya’s NDC is to be implemented through domestic and international support including participation in the international carbon market and non-market mechanisms.

In this regard, the carbon markets senior advisor will provide leadership and technical advisory across The Office to support the development of carbon markets that meet Kenya’s NDC commitments and deliver among others, environmental benefits, socioeconomic and co-benefits, and public sector benefits. Areas of focus include policy guidance, convening, partnership development, resource mobilisation, and diplomacy.

The position reports directly to the special climate envoy for Kenya. The position is full time, with a duration of 18 months (renewable), based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Click here for more details about the role and for information about how to apply.

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