National Consultant for Climate Resilience

About the Role

World Vision Timor-Leste, through the Timor-Leste Australia Partnership for Resilience (TLAus4Resilience), is seeking to engage a qualified and motivated National Consultant for Climate Resilience to support the coordination and implementation of climate change adaptation and resilience initiatives in Timor-Leste.

This consultant will support the National Directorate for Climate Change (NDCC) and presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced Timorese professional to contribute to strengthening national climate resilience efforts through enhanced collaboration between government institutions, development partners, civil society organizations, and communities. The consultant will play a critical role in supporting policy dialogue, knowledge sharing, resource mobilization, and coordination of climate resilience programs and initiatives across sectors.

The successful candidate will work closely with the NDCC, the Ministry of Tourism and Environment, TLAus4Resilience partners, Australian Embassy, and other key stakeholders to promote evidence-based approaches and help coordinate NDDC and partner activities to address climate change impacts and build resilient communities.

Qualifications

We encourage applications from qualified Timorese nationals who possess strong experience in:

• Climate change
• Environmental management
• Disaster resilience
• Community development
• Stakeholder engagement
• Project coordination

How to Apply

Interested applicants should send their application via email to [email protected]

For more details about the Terms of Reference, please refer to the attached file in the original advertisement.

Application deadline: 24 July 2026

Safeguarding Statement

World Vision Timor-Leste applies the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults and has zero tolerance towards incidents of violence or abuse against children or adults, including sexual exploitation or abuse, committed either by employees or others affiliated with WV Timor-Leste's work. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We strongly encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, and individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities. Our recruitment processes are designed to be accessible and fair, ensuring equal opportunity for all candidates.