AAI Young Professionals Programme 2024 on Climate Finance

AAI Young Professionals Programme 2024 on Climate Finance

Africa Adaptation Initiative is pleased to announce the launch of the Africa Adaptation Initiative (AAI) Young Professionals Programme 2024 on Climate Finance and is currently inviting applications from innovative professionals who seek to expand their knowledge on Climate Finance. Applicants should read carefully through the post to get more information on the requirements and application process.

This program, hosted in Lome by Sustainable Solutions for Africa (SSA) and funded by USAID, aims to engage graduates, postgraduates, and early-career young professionals from all African countries in the critical field of climate finance.

AAI’s mission encompasses the following key objectives:

• Raise Awareness of Climate Adaptation: AAI strives to increase awareness of the challenges posed by climate change and the importance of adaptation measures.
• Facilitate Knowledge Management, Capacity Building, and Strengthening: The initiative is committed to enhancing expertise in climate adaptation through effective knowledge management, capacity-building initiatives, and strengthening relevant capacities.
• Support and Facilitate Resource Mobilization for Implementation: AAI works towards mobilizing resources to support the implementation of climate adaptation projects across the African continent.
• Promote Cooperation and Partnerships: AAI actively promotes collaboration and partnerships at sub-regional and regional levels, aiming to synergize efforts, scale interventions, and maximize shared benefits.
• Track Progress through Monitoring and Evaluation: The initiative employs monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to track the progress of adaptation actions, ensuring effective and accountable implementation.

Benefits of AAI Young Professional Programme on Climate Finance

• The Youth Professional programme will support advancing Africa adaptation implementation agenda by increasing the continent’s capacity to successfully mobilize and utilize climate finance.
• Successful candidates will closely collaborate with the SSA team and serve as a Technical Partner for AAI. As part of the program, participants will also have the opportunity to engage with the AAI Adaptation Finance Academy, gaining exposure to real-world climate finance projects.

Requirements for AAI Young Professional Programme on Climate Finance

• Applicants must be graduates, postgraduates, or early-career professionals from any African country.
• Demonstrated interest or background in climate finance, adaptation, or related fields.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
• Passion for contributing to climate change solutions in Africa.

Selection Process

• Application Period: February 15th, 2024, to March 14th, 2024.
• Announcement of Successful Candidates: April 05, 2024.
• Program Start Date: May 1, 2024, in Lome.

Application Documents

• Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing education, work experience, and relevant skills.
•  A cover letter expressing motivation and interest in the program (maximum 1 page).
• Two letters of recommendation.
• Academic transcripts (if applicable). Please send your complete application to young.program@ssa.tg with the subject line “AAI Young Professional Programme Application.”

Application Deadline

March 14, 2024

How to Apply

For more details,visit AAI website