Climate Justice Advisor

About the role

The Climate Justice Advisor will work in Takoradi, Ghana, supporting Oxfam Québec and its partner Friends Of The Nation to design and implement climate justice strategies that are gender‑responsive and community‑driven. This 12‑month volunteer mandate combines technical climate work with advocacy and stakeholder engagement.

Key responsibilities

• Support the design and implementation of climate justice strategies aligned with programme priorities and local needs.
• Provide technical guidance on climate adaptation, including coastal resilience, ecosystem‑based approaches, and renewable‑energy transitions.
• Integrate gender‑responsive and inclusive approaches while strengthening stakeholder engagement.
• Assist with advocacy, policy influence, and documentation of best practices and impact.
• Contribute to Oxfam’s zero‑tolerance code of conduct and share experiences in Canada after the mandate.

Required profile

• Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• University degree in Climate Change, Environmental Science, Development Studies or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in climate policy, adaptation or advocacy.
• Understanding of gender‑responsive climate approaches.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office Suite

What we offer

• Monthly living‑expense allowance with a 20% increase for each accompanying child (up to two).
• Annual school‑fee support of CAD 1,500 per child.
• Round‑trip airfare for the advisor and accompanying children, plus luggage allowance.
• Medical insurance for the advisor and children.
• Volunteer support program during and up to two months after the mandate.
• 20 days of vacation, training courses, and a rewarding experience with a globally recognised organisation.