Senior Consultant - Climate Risk and Adaptation

     Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the planet? Do you want to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization dedicated to combating the pressing challenges of climate change? Look no further!

What you do as a Senior Consultant - Climate Risk and Adaptation

Our climate is changing, from increasing temperatures and shifting precipitation patterns, to rising sea levels and more frequent and severe weather events. Alongside this, the global economy is embarking on a low carbon transition. At Haskoning, we help governments, businesses, and communities plan for, and adapt to these changes. We also support clients to navigate the uncertainties of a low-carbon transition, identifying climate-related risks, and developing strategies to build resilience to emerging shocks and stresses.​

Responsibilities:

As a Senior Consultant - Climate Risk and Adaptation you will be responsible for supporting the delivery of climate change services in a fast moving, client focused environment, including:

• Climate change risk and vulnerability assessments
• Climate science, research, and analysis
• Policy and planning
• Climate finance
• Climate resilient infrastructure
• Promotion of the work of the team within the company and at industry events

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world.

We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonization of industry, and sustainable mobility.

Our Philippine office consists of colleagues based in our main office Makati and across project sites. As a team, we excel in a wide variety of services and have a significant and growing portfolio of opportunities in the fields of climate resilience (river basin management, flood mapping, coastal protection, drainage, climate risk and vulnerability assessments, adaptation planning, climate policy and strategies, resilient infrastructure design, and risk-informed land use planning), maritime (land reclamation, dredging, ports, harbors, and jetties) and renewables (offshore wind and solar). Our clients range from government bodies, development institutions (World Bank, ADB, etc.) to private developers. We provide them with a range of services throughout the various phases of a project: from inception, through master planning, feasibility, design all the way to construction management. Our projects are in the Philippines, but we also provide support within the APAC region and globally.

 

What you bring

The successful candidate will support the growing team within Southeast Asia with a focus on developing resilience and climate adaptation strategies and undertaking climate change risk assessments for businesses, governments, and communities. This role would suit either an environmental specialist, policy expert, or built environment professional with a background and qualifications in climate change or sustainability.

To perform this role you should have the following:

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• Master’s degree or higher in Sustainability, Environmental, Climate Change, Policy or other Urban Planning/Development fields
• Experience working in an international, multicultural, and diverse environment, with collaborative approach and working across sectoral and regional boundaries
• Thorough understanding and experience of international climate change frameworks
• Experience working as a consultant or an in-house role responsible for identifying climate change risks and putting in place risk mitigation plans
• Understanding of global climate change science and international decarbonization scenarios as well as best practice approaches to risk assessment and quantification
• Understanding and experience undertaking climate change risk assessments in accordance with TCFD, Equator Principles, ISO 31000, ISO/TS 14091 and other international standards Excellent stakeholder management skills with a proven ability of generating work
• Understanding and experience using RCP, SSP, and/or CMIP

Preferred experience:

• Understanding of ESG/Sustainability issues and relevant tools and frameworks.
• Strategic disclosures on sustainability and climate change risks such as TCFD, Sustainability Reports, NGER Report
• Identifying opportunities and preparing successful proposals to win work
• Strong project management and personnel management skills

Other Competencies:

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently
• Innovative ways of finding solutions to problems
• Responsibility for task delivery from start to finish, seeking assistance when necessary
• Strong report writing skills, fluent in spoken and written English
• An affinity with digital ways of work
• Highly motivated and conscientious with the ability to deliver work to the highest standards
• Team and client focused and able to collaborate in a multi-discipline multi-geography environment
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to lead and develop others
• Strategic thinker
• Team player, versatile and energetic
• Willingness to travel

What we offer you

     At Haskoning, you will collaborate with an engaging and supportive team, enabling you to develop your skills while working on challenging and diverse projects in the Philippines. You will have opportunities to advance by working on future projects both locally and globally, contributing to your growth within the company. Additionally, we offer:

 

• A creative, digital, and dynamic environment
• Work with passionate, dedicated, and supportive colleagues
• A market competitive salary and healthcare benefits for you and your family
• Bonuses based on company profit
• Organized team events designed to enhance team spirit and collaboration
• Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work setup to ensure a good balance between personal and professional life
• Opportunity to work on compressed work week so that you will always have a long weekend (40 hours working time compressed in 4 days) (optional)
• Lifelong learning by offering you plenty of training & development opportunities (example: access to LinkedIn learning or taking part of learning weeks organized by our HR Talent Management team or external trainings)

Are you our new colleague?

We would like to meet you! Click on the apply button and upload your resume and motivation letter. After receiving your application, we will give you feedback as soon as possible. The application process then consists of 1-2 interviews. Are we all enthusiastic after this? Then you will receive an offer from us, and we will be happy to welcome you on board! For more information, you can always contact Michelle Spoor, lead recruiter water and maritime, at [email protected]. Due to the privacy law, please submit your application via the apply button and not via email.

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces each individual’s unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.

Acquisition for this vacancy by agencies is not appreciated and offered candidates will not be taken into consideration.