Oxfam Australia is seeking to appoint a consultant to conduct a review of its Climate Justice and Environment Policy. This consultancy will assess the policy’s integration into program design and implementation, its alignment with policy and advocacy goals, and its effectiveness in achieving desired climate and environmental outcomes. The findings will inform updates to the policy itself and provide actionable recommendations to enhance Oxfam Australia’s practices.

For more information, see the Terms of Reference. link: ToR - OAU Assessing env policy implementation and effectiveness

Key Skills, Technical Background, and Experience Required:

We are looking for a consultant with:

• Demonstrated expertise in climate justice and environmental programming and policy, particularly in the international development sector.
• Experience conducting policy and/or programmatic reviews, including desk reviews, stakeholder consultations, and capacity assessments.
• An understanding of best practices in climate and environmental policy (for e.g. ACFID’s Code of Conduct, DFAT’s Environmental and Social Safeguard Policy etc.).
• Ability to synthesise findings and develop them into actionable recommendations, through products such as implementation roadmaps.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders, including program and advocacy teams in both Australian and, ideally, international contexts.
• Facilitation skills for leading playback and learning sessions.
• Strong writing and reporting skills.

Time Frame

The consultancy is estimated to require approximately 20 to 25 days and must be completed by June 2025. This project will be conducted virtually, and we do not anticipate any travel will be required.

How to Apply:

Eligible candidates are required to submit:

• A cover letter detailing their reasons for interest, relevant experience, and indicative daily fee rate.
• A CV with contact details for three referees.
• A short proposal for the consulting assignment (maximum 1000 words). The proposal should address the key deliverables and processes listed in the Terms of Reference, including:
  • Approach to the desk review and stakeholder consultations.
  • Methodology for project sampling and staff capacity assessment.
  • Strategy for providing actionable recommendations and facilitating playback sessions.
  • Availability to undertake the assignment within the specified time frame.

Note: Applications without a daily fee rate or proposal will not be considered.

Queries and Submissions

Queries related to the Terms of Reference should be directed to [email protected] using the subject line: Call for Consultancy: Oxfam Australia Climate Justice and Environment Policy Review enquiry via EthicalJobs.