Climate Change Project Officer
About the Mongolian Red Cross Society
The Mongolian Red Cross Society (MRCS), established in 1939, is the leading humanitarian organization in Mongolia, providing assistance to the most vulnerable communities across the country. As part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, MRCS operates based on the Fundamental Principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality. In response to Mongolia’s growing vulnerability to climate change—including desertification, extreme winters (dzuds), and water scarcity—MRCS is committed to building community resilience through localized, sustainable solutions.
Position Overview
The Climate Change Project Officer will be responsible for supporting the implementation and monitoring of MRCS’s climate change adaptation and resilience initiatives. This role requires a motivated, technically skilled individual with a passion for humanitarian work and climate justice. The officer will collaborate with community members, local branches, and international partners.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the planning, execution, and evaluation of climate resilience and adaptation projects at the community level.
- Conduct climate risk assessments, including community-based vulnerability and capacity assessments (VCAs).
- Work closely with MRCS branches to integrate climate considerations into disaster preparedness, health, and livelihoods programming.
- Coordinate climate awareness activities, trainings, and campaigns with youth and volunteers.
- Collect and analyze data for reporting, learning, and knowledge-sharing purposes.
- Contribute to proposal writing and donor reports, ensuring alignment with MRCS’s Strategic Plan and the Movement’s Climate and Environment Charter.
- Build and maintain partnerships with government agencies, academic institutions, and other stakeholders involved in climate action.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Management, or a related field (Master’s degree is an advantage).
- Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in climate adaptation, project management, or humanitarian response.
- Strong understanding of Mongolia’s climate vulnerabilities and rural community contexts.
- Experience working with NGOs, government institutions, or international organizations preferred.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in Mongolian and English (written and spoken).
- Willingness to travel to remote and rural areas.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and updated CV (in English or Mongolian) to hr@redcross.mn with the subject line:
“Application – Climate Change Project Officer” by 25th of April 2025
