- Vacancy
Vacancy – Researcher
Position: Researcher
Salary: $33,319 to $52,637 per annum plus fringe benefits
Closing Date: April 30, 2025
Location: PICRC Office, Palau
Palau International Coral Reef Center is seeking applicants for the position of a Researcher to lead the Climate Change Grant funded Palau-Pacific Islands Regional Climate Assessment (PIRCA) Phase 2 Project at the Research Department.
The Researcher’s major responsibilities are to develop and implement the Project Work Plan; manage project procurement; research, analyze and develop climate change information documentation; and implement project deliverables through coordination with partners. Presentations, engagement with partners and production of climate related information are critical elements of the position.
Specific duties includes:
• Prepare presentations and briefing materials for state-level decision makers in Palau, translating technical information into formats understandable by non-technical audiences.
• Lead the development of the Second PIRCA report and decision-support information products designed for the state level. These tools will enable state-level stakeholders to incorporate climate change processes and hazards into planning processes.
• Coordinate and host engagements (workshops and small group meetings) to deliver valuable, evidence-based information about climate change adaptation interventions and provide updates on the latest scientific consensus from relevant regional and international assessments.
• Engage with the National Office of Climate Change, National Emergency Management Office, and other national officials to align activities with the national climate change planning process. • Participate in monitoring data collection and reporting for the project deliverables to the steering committee, and other climate related initiatives.
• Collaborate with other members of the Pacific Research on Island Solutions for Adaptation (RISA) team to accomplish these duties and link with the team’s ongoing projects in Palau.
This position requires a Master’s degree or equivalent in Climatology, Ecology, Geography, Biology, Environmental Science, Meteorology, or Physics from an accredited university with 6-8 years work-related experience in project management, or climate change adaptation OR a Bachelors degree in said fields with a minimum of 8 years prior experience in climate change project management. Applicant must have excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English and Palauan languages, possess the ability to multitask, strong networking skills, good time management skills and able to work with minimal supervision.
Fringe benefits includes Palau social security, healthcare fund/MSA, pension plan, and annual/sick leave. Additional medical insurance and 401k are optional.
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply, please email your curriculum vitae (CV), name and contact of two references, copy of your ID and a cover letter to Ms. Caryn Lkong Koshiba, Director of Administration, at [email protected].
Submitted documents will be acknowledged upon receipt. Only short-listed applicants will be notified within two weeks after the closing date of this announcement to set up interview appointments. Applications must be received no later than the above closing date.
For any questions about this opportunity, please contact Ms. Caryn Lkong Koshiba at 488-6950 during normal business hours or by email at [email protected].
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