Program Officer – Climate, Nature & Community Resilience

Position Summary

We are seeking an energetic and purpose-driven Program Officer to support the Foundation's environmental, climate, conservation, blue economy, and community development initiatives.

The successful candidate will play a key role in project development, research, stakeholder engagement, grant mobilization, communications, partnerships, events management, and program implementation while helping expand the Foundation's visibility, impact, and influence across Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, implementation, and monitoring of climate, conservation, and sustainable development programs.
• Coordinate environmental research, policy reviews, technical studies, and knowledge products.
• Identify grant opportunities and support proposal development, fundraising, and donor engagement activities.
• Produce articles, reports, policy briefs, newsletters, and other thought leadership content.
• Manage digital communications, public awareness campaigns, and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Coordinate workshops, conferences, webinars, community consultations, and environmental outreach programs.
• Support partnerships with governments, NGOs, development agencies, academic institutions, private sector organizations, and community groups.
• Assist in project monitoring, impact measurement, and SDG reporting activities.
• Represent the Foundation at meetings, conferences, public events, and stakeholder engagements.
• Support the development of new environmental, conservation, and nature-based livelihood initiatives.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Climate Change, Geography, Sustainability, Natural Resource Management, Marine Sciences, Development Studies, Sociology, Marine Science, Environmental Management, or related disciplines.
• Minimum of 3–5 years relevant experience.
• Demonstrated interest and practical exposure to climate action, conservation, environmental sustainability, community development, or nature-based solutions.
• Strong research, writing, project coordination, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.
• Experience supporting grants, donor-funded projects, environmental programs, or development initiatives is desirable.
• Strong presentation, social media, and digital communication capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Passion for environmental stewardship, sustainable development, and community impact

About Eco-Restoration Foundation:

ERF is an independent environmental and sustainable development organization advancing practical solutions for ecosystem restoration, biodiversity conservation, climate resilience, blue economy development, environmental education, and community-based livelihood improvement across Africa.

Founded in 2015, the Foundation works at the intersection of conservation, sustainability, research, policy, innovation, and community development, supporting initiatives that protect natural ecosystems while creating economic opportunities for vulnerable communities.

ERF has supported and participated in initiatives involving mangrove restoration, environmental awareness campaigns, sustainable livelihood programs, coastal resilience advocacy, youth engagement, climate education, community development projects, and nature-based solutions. Its growing portfolio includes participation in ecosystem restoration initiatives such as the Eco-Park Mangrove Sanctuary and Research Centre, community-focused environmental interventions, SDG-aligned development programs, and partnerships designed to attract grants, technical assistance, and impact investment for environmental and social transformation.

ERF is committed to supporting the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly those relating to climate action, life below water, life on land, sustainable cities and communities, clean water, decent work, and partnerships for development.

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