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Director, Climate Action

  • Mastercard Foundation
  • Nairobi
  • Full Time
  • Posted on:20260209

Job Description / Summary

Qualifications:

– Master’s degree in social science, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Public Policy, or a related field

Details:

  • Job Type
  • Full Time
  • Location / Duty Station
  • Nairobi
  • Industry / Sector
  • Project Management
  • Application Method
  • Go to Mastercard Foundation on mastercardfoundation.wd10.myworkdayjobs.com to apply
  • Minimum Education Level
  • MBA/MSc/MA
  • Years of Experience Required
  • 15 years
  • Key Skills / Competencies

- Proven leadership experience in nonprofit organizations focused on climate change
- Strong understanding of climate science, global environmental issues, and policy landscapes
- Extensive experience in climate action strategy, program design, and implementation across Africa
- Strong advocacy and policy influence, with knowledge of global and regional climate initiatives and trends
- Strategic thinker with expertise in developing long-term climate solutions

  • Key Duties / Responsibilities

- Develop and implement the Foundation's Climate Action Strategy and Roadmap
- Lead advocacy and partnership-building efforts to maximize impact on climate-related issues
- Monitor global and local climate policy and science trends to inform and adjust the Foundation's priorities
- Contribute to the consolidated Pan African Programs Strategy, overseeing climate-related programs within PANA and country-level initiatives
- Manage a team of climate experts to ensure effective program execution

  • Seniority Level
  • Executive
To Apply
  • Source

Overview

  • Industry/Sector
  • Project Management
  • Type
  • Full Time
  • Years of Experience
  • 15 years
  • Career Level
  • Executive
  • Location
  • Nairobi

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