Plan International is an independent organisation for development cooperation and humanitarian aid. Our goal is for girls and boys worldwide to have equal rights and opportunities and to actively shape their future. To achieve this, we implement efficient and transparent projects for sustainable community development in our partner countries and respond swiftly to emergencies and disasters that threaten children's lives. In over 75 countries, we work hand in hand with children, youth, supporters, and partners of all genders to achieve our global goals. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals strengthen our commitment. Plan is committed to safeguarding.

We are looking for a new team member for our International Cooperation 
Department in Hamburg from February 1, 2026 

Climate Change Technical Specialist (d/f/m)

- unlimited / full-time (39 hours per week) -


Your tasks:

  • Track and analyze funding opportunities from climate-relevant donors (Green Climate Fund, Adaptation Fund, BMZ, EU, etc.).
  • Develop the technical design of climate-related project proposals (adaptation, mitigation, resilience, nature-based solutions, DRR, etc.). 
  • Engage with donor focal points to position the organization as a credible climate actor and to shape upcoming calls for proposals.  
  • Work with cross-functional teams to ensure climate is embedded in budgeting, MEAL frameworks, and risk mitigation plans. 
  • Represent the organization in national climate dialogues, technical working groups, and climate adaptation networks. 
  • Foster learning loops between implementation teams and bussines development teams. 
  • Provide comprehensive technical support across the full project cycle. 
  • Contribute to Community of Practice within GNO to strengthen internal technical expertise, improve programme quality, and enhance knowledge management. 

Your profile:

  • Master’s degree in Climate Change, Environmental Management, or related field
  • 7+ years of professional experience in climate resilience, adaptation programming, and grant acquisition 
  • Technical knowledge in climate risk assessments 
  • Technical knowledge in climate-smart agriculture and nature-based solutions 
  • Technical knowledge in proposal design for climate finance (Adaptation Fund, bilateral donors, etc.) 

We offer you:

  • A flexible working hours model and up to 12 days of mobile work per month  
  • 30 vacation days based on a 5-day work week
  • A subsidy for the “Deutschlandticket” and the company pension scheme
  • A company laptop and a subsidy for home office equipment
  • Exciting responsibilities and a modern, dynamic working environment 
 

The actions of Plan International Deutschland e.V. are guided by our values of solidarity, tolerance, freedom, equality, and justice. We embrace diversity and therefore explicitly welcome applications from all members of society. 

If you are interested in this challenging role, please apply in English and include your salary expectations and earliest possible start date online.

Plan International Deutschland e.V.
Bramfelder Straße 70
22305 Hamburg