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Oak Foundation is looking for a highly experienced and knowledgeable professional with sound experience in the climate change field for the post of Programme Officer for its Climate Change Programme. Based in Geneva and under the supervision and guidance of the Environment Programme Director, the Programme Officer will manage a portfolio of international projects aimed at mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. S/he will supervise a growing portfolio of grants with an annual budget of US$ 6-10 million.
 
Oak Foundation is a leading international philanthropic organisation, which commits its resources to address issues of global social and environmental concern, particularly those that have a major impact on the lives of the disadvantaged. With offices in Europe, Africa, and North America, Oak Foundation makes grants to organisations located in over 40 countries worldwide.
 
The Programme Officer, Climate Change will provide strategic direction as part of the Environment Programme team and help shape the climate components of the programme's high level goals. S/he will maintain a strong network of relationships with key players in the climate arena and particularly within his/her geographical focus area. In line with the climate programme's strategic directions, the Programme Officer will develop new grant making opportunities and programme activities.
 
We are looking for an exceptional candidate with the background and credibility to be a respected player in the climate change fora and debates with 7-10 years experience in the in the climate change field and with extensive networks of diverse stakeholders. S/he will have proven experience in field programme implementation as well as understanding of non-profit and/or governmental financial reporting and budgeting; track record on managing and measuring grants is desirable. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills are essential. You must be fluent in English; knowledge of Mandarin, Hindi or Portuguese as a plus.
 
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To apply for the post, please send a letter of application stating the skills and approach that you would bring to the post, and your suitability for this role, along with your CV/resume (no photos) in English in strict confidence BY EMAIL ONLY to Isabel Leal at Daryl Upsall Consulting International at: rrhh@darylupsall.com. Applications sent by other means will not be considered.
 
Please ensure that they are sent as Word documents with the titles "your name cover letter" and "your name CV". Please put "Oak Programme Officer - Climate Change" in the email subject line and also state how you found out about the job announcement.
 
Deadline for applications: 12 December 2011, 6pm Central European Time.