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Knowledge Broker (Consultancy)

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BACKGROUND

Clim-Eat is a ‘think and do tank’ for food and climate that seeks to accelerate a just transition to resilient and low-emission food systems in low-and middle-income countries through deal making for impact. A deal represents a new ambition or expansion of ambition compared to the current status-quo, and specific commitments (usually funds) from those involved that realize changes in the real world (not just in a narrative).

As we broaden our horizons and strive for greater impact, we’re in search of a pragmatic and impact oriented individual to join our team as a Knowledge Broker. In this capacity, you’ll delve into the nitty gritties of deal making to transform food systems under climate change.

Key duties and responsibilities

  • Delivering deals for impact through Clim-Eat’s portfolio of projects which focus on topics including innovation, implementation, adaptation, nutrition and finance.
  • Proactively identify knowledge brokering opportunities in the countries and regions of Clim-Eat’s work, especially our focal countries in Africa: Kenya, Malawi, Zambia, Rwanda and Tanzania.
  • Support partnership development and manage partner relations to enable Clim-Eat’s ambitions on deal making.
  • Help translate evidence and knowledge products developed by Clim-Eat to formats which are accessible and useful to decision makers.
  • Monitor progress and provide ongoing technical assistance to ensure that deals are implemented and benefits delivered to stakeholders.
  • Produce case studies that adaptively reflect on and refine knowledge brokering and collaboration approaches to enhance effectiveness and learning.

The candidate shall have the following competencies, skills and experience

  • Advanced university degree in climate change, agriculture, food systems, policy, development studies, or a related field.
  • At least 10 years of demonstrated experience in knowledge brokering, research-policy translation, or stakeholder engagement, preferably in Africa.
  • Excellent communication skills including crafting policy-focused briefs, facilitating workshops, and engaging diverse audiences.
  • Strong interpersonal and facilitation abilities with a track record of building trust across disciplines and stakeholder groups.
  • Deep understanding of climate-food systems challenges, innovation pathways, and political contexts in LMICs.
  • Traits such as adaptability, humility, empathy, listening, and resilience in complex environments

Terms of employment

  • Position Type: Consultancy, for up to 50 days between September 2025 and February 2026
  • Location: This is fexible home-based consultancy for someone preferably based in one of the focal countries.
  • Remuneration: Commensurate with experience, paid out in monthly instalments.
  • Working Environment: Flexible, diverse, cross-cultural, and collaborative.

How to apply

1. Submit cover letter and CV

Please submit your CV, a cover letter addressing your fit with the role, contact details for two professional referees, and a quotation indicating your available days for the period between September 2025 and February 2026, including your proposed daily rate. Applications missing any of these elements may not be considered, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline
September 2, 2025 12:00 am

2. Interview

We believe diversity makes us stronger. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences—especially those whose voices are underrepresented in our sector. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
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