Climate Resilience and Social Inclusion

Job Opportunity

The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) is seeking a qualified consultant to support the integration of climate resilience, gender equality, and social inclusion (GESI) into two key projects: the Water Resilience Tracker (WRT) and Al Murunah+, funded by the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). This consultancy will ensure that research, policy recommendations, and implementation approaches are inclusive, equitable, and responsive to the needs of vulnerable and marginalized communities.

Responsibilities

Integrate gender-responsive and socially inclusive indicators into climate and water resilience frameworks.
Develop and adapt research tools and methodologies to reflect GESI dimensions.
Provide training and technical support to project teams and partners on inclusive approaches.
Engage with stakeholders (governments, NGOs, community organizations) to promote inclusive strategies.
Design GESI-sensitive monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) frameworks.
Produce policy briefs, research outputs, and donor reports highlighting inclusive resilience-building.
Document lessons learned, case studies, and success stories.

Qualifications

Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Gender Studies, Development Studies, Sociology, Anthropology, Environmental Policy, or related fields.
5–7 years of experience applying GESI frameworks in climate change, water governance, or natural resource management.
Proven ability to mainstream GESI in large-scale, donor-funded research or development projects.
Experience with international research institutes, NGOs, or multilateral organizations.
Excellent analytical, training, communication, and report-writing skills.
Experience with index development is a plus.