Climate and Circularity Expert

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  • Date posted

    5 December 2025

  • Closing date

    3 February 2026

  • Hiring location

    Nairobi, Kenya

  • Quantity

    1 person

Description

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Sustainable Business Consulting

Climate and Circularity Expert

Sustainable Business Consulting

Consulting & Strategy

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Job Summary

Expert will provide high-level advisory on climate action, resource efficiency, and circular economy models. The consultant will support SBC and its clients in embedding low-carbon strategies, waste reduction, and regenerative business models into operations, green products, and services. This role is suited for a seasoned professional with expertise in climate policy, sustainability, and circular economy innovation.

  • Minimum Qualification : Masters
  • Experience Level : Senior level
  • Experience Length : 7 years

Job Description/Requirements

We are seeking passionate professionals and consultants who bring deep expertise, a willingness to give back, and a commitment to nurturing Uganda’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. If you have experience in any of the following areas, we’d love to hear from you: This is your chance to make a lasting impact by sharing your knowledge, offering strategic guidance, and walking alongside innovators who are building a more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient economy.


Key responsibilities:

· Provide advisory on climate risk assessment, climate adaptation, and low-carbon transition strategies.

· Support organizations in integrating circular economy principles (resource efficiency, waste minimization, recycling, product-life extension, green design).

· Develop sustainability roadmaps and climate action plans for corporates, SMEs, and public sector partners.

· Guide businesses on compliance with national climate policies, NDCs (Nationally Determined Contributions), DGs, EU Green Deal etc.).

· Advise on climate finance opportunities, carbon markets, and green investment instruments.

· Conduct training, workshops, and capacity-building sessions on climate change and circular economy approaches.

· Stay updated on regional and global climate/circular economy policy trends, innovations, and business opportunities.

· Mentor enterprises in designing green and circular business models for scaling and investment readiness.

· Support SBC’s own positioning as a thought leader in climate and circularity in Uganda and East Africa.

Qualifications & Experience

· Master's degree in environmental science, Climate Policy, Sustainability, Engineering, or related field.

· At least 7–10 years of experience in climate change, environmental management, sustainability consulting, or circular economy projects.

· Proven track record of advising businesses, governments, or NGOs on climate and sustainability issues.

· Familiarity with ESG standards, climate finance, carbon accounting, and life-cycle analysis (LCA) is highly desirable.

· Strong understanding of regional and global climate frameworks and circular economy innovations.

· Excellent facilitation, advisory, and communication skills.

· Ability to engage with multiple stakeholders (corporates, startups, investors, policymakers, and development partners).

· Self-motivated and able to deliver results on a part-time/consultancy basis.

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