Various Key Roles (Team Leader, Strategic Learning and Monitoring Lead, Disaster Resilience Thematic Lead, Climate Finance and Adaptation Thematic Lea

Job Summary

Mott MacDonald’s International Development Services Unit is launching a major initiative in Pakistan and is seeking qualified professionals to join its team in Islamabad. These roles offer flexible working arrangements, including part-time, full-time, and variable hours, catering to diverse candidate needs. The organization is looking for motivated individuals with relevant expertise to contribute across multiple consultancy disciplines, supporting impactful development projects in Pakistan.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leader:
The Team Leader will engage proactively with government officials at federal, provincial, and local levels. This role requires developing politically astute intervention strategies tailored to various workstreams. A deep understanding of Pakistan’s political economy will be essential to guide project direction and ensure effective stakeholder engagement.

Strategic Learning and Monitoring Lead (Deputy Team Leader):
This position leads monitoring, learning, and evidence generation activities to support adaptive management throughout the project lifecycle. The role includes managing internal and external reporting processes and ensuring accountability aligned with a flexible learning agenda embedded within technical assistance workstreams.

Disaster Resilience Thematic Lead:
The Disaster Resilience Lead will provide expert guidance on disaster management, covering preparedness, response, and recovery phases. Responsibilities include developing and implementing strategies to enhance community and organizational resilience. Collaboration with government bodies to influence strategic initiatives and regulatory frameworks is key, alongside addressing social vulnerabilities and intersectional issues related to disaster resilience.

Climate Finance and Adaptation Thematic Lead:
This role oversees strategic planning, resource mobilization, and program management focused on climate adaptation. The lead will drive capacity building, research, and advocacy efforts addressing climate impacts. Close collaboration with government agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders is required, along with securing and managing financial resources dedicated to climate adaptation projects.

Additional Roles to Support Implementation:
- Governance and Political Economy Lead: Provide insights into governance frameworks and political dynamics critical to program delivery.
- GEDSI Lead: Champion gender equality, disability, and social inclusion principles across all projects.
- Finance and Project Administration Lead: Manage financial operations and project administration to ensure smooth and effective execution.
- Strategic Communications and Knowledge Management Lead: Design and implement communication strategies and oversee knowledge dissemination to maximize project impact.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must demonstrate relevant expertise and experience aligned with their specific role. Essential qualifications include strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, a comprehensive understanding of political and governance contexts, and proven abilities in strategic planning, monitoring, and program management. Experience working with government entities and familiarity with Pakistan’s socio-political environment are critical. Thematic leads should possess specialized knowledge in disaster resilience, climate finance, or social inclusion as applicable.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

Mott MacDonald is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, creating a workplace where all employees can contribute fully and thrive. The organization promotes fair employment practices and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Agile working arrangements are supported, allowing employees and managers to choose flexible work styles that best meet client, team, and personal needs. This approach emphasizes trust, flexibility, and effective collaboration.

Candidates who meet the qualifications and are passionate about contributing to meaningful development projects in Pakistan are encouraged to apply. Mott MacDonald is dedicated to equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring a supportive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and express themselves.