Lecturer – Climate Change, Security & Environmental Studies

1. Job Details

Position: Lecturer – Climate Change, Security & Environmental Studies
Location: Mogadishu, Somalia (National) / Remote (International)
Employment Type: Hourly-Based
Teaching Mode: On-Campus for National Lecturers / Online-Remote for International Lecturers
Minimum Academic Qualification: Master's Degree in the Relevant Field
Recruitment Agency: Khibrad Recruitment Agency

2. Job Summary

The successful candidate will deliver undergraduate teaching in climate change, environmental studies, climate-related security, natural-resource management, environmental governance and sustainable development.

The lecturer should combine strong theoretical knowledge with practical and applied learning, helping students understand the connections between climate change, environmental degradation, natural resources, livelihoods, conflict, peace and human security. The lecturer should also encourage evidence-based analysis, environmental responsibility, resilience and sustainable development.

3. Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lectures, tutorials, seminars, practical exercises and other academic activities in assigned climate change, security and environmental studies subjects.
• Teach relevant areas such as climate change science, climate policy, environmental security, climate-related conflict, natural-resource management, environmental governance and sustainable development.
• Teach topics related to climate adaptation, mitigation, resilience, disaster risk reduction, environmental vulnerability and climate finance where relevant.
• Examine the relationship between climate change, water scarcity, land degradation, food security, displacement, migration, livelihoods and conflict.
• Introduce students to environmental peacebuilding, climate diplomacy, natural-resource governance and approaches to climate-related security risks.
• Develop teaching materials, case studies, research exercises, policy analysis assignments and practical activities aligned with programme learning outcomes.
• Use relevant environmental data, climate datasets, maps, GIS tools, case studies and analytical methods to strengthen practical learning where resources permit.
• Guide students in analysing environmental policies, climate risks, security challenges and sustainable development strategies at local, national, regional and international levels.
• Set and assess examinations, assignments, presentations, research papers, policy briefs and practical projects and provide constructive feedback.
• Supervise undergraduate research projects, capstone projects, field studies and internships where assigned.
• Encourage evidence-based research and critical analysis of climate, environmental and security challenges affecting Somalia, Africa and other regions.
• Promote environmental responsibility, sustainability, professional ethics and responsible natural-resource management.
• Maintain accurate attendance, assessment and academic records and submit reports within required timelines.
• Contribute to curriculum development, research activities, academic events, quality assurance and relevant engagement with government, NGOs, development organisations and environmental institutions.
• Support interdisciplinary learning connecting climate change and environmental issues with peace, security, governance, development and humanitarian affairs.

4. Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should have:

• A minimum Master's degree in Climate Change, Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Environmental Security, Natural Resource Management, Climate and Development, Disaster Risk Management, Geography, International Relations, Security Studies, Sustainable Development or a closely related discipline from a recognised university.
• A relevant Bachelor's degree in environmental studies, environmental science, geography, climate science, natural resources, development studies, security studies or another closely related discipline.
• A PhD in a relevant discipline is an advantage.
• Relevant university or higher education teaching experience is strongly preferred.
• Professional or research experience in climate change, environmental management, climate security, natural-resource governance, disaster risk reduction or sustainable development is an advantage.
• Experience conducting environmental, climate, security or development research is desirable.
• Experience with GIS, environmental data analysis, climate-risk assessment or other relevant analytical tools is an advantage.
• Knowledge of international climate frameworks, environmental policies and sustainable development frameworks is desirable.
• Experience working with government institutions, NGOs, international organisations, research institutions or development programmes is an advantage.

5. Skills and Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong academic and analytical understanding of climate change, environmental systems and security issues.
• Ability to explain complex climate and environmental concepts in a clear and practical manner.
• Strong research, critical-thinking and evidence-based analytical skills.
• Ability to connect environmental challenges with conflict, peace, development, governance and human security.
• Good data interpretation, research, presentation and academic writing skills.
• Ability to supervise student research and applied projects.
• Familiarity with relevant environmental, climate and research tools and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of sustainability, environmental responsibility and ethical natural-resource management.
• Good communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary academic and professional teams.
• Reliable, organised and committed to high standards of teaching and academic integrity.

6. Employment Benefits

• Competitive hourly teaching rate based on qualifications, academic experience, professional expertise and the agreed appointment terms.
• Teaching schedule allocated according to course requirements, the academic timetable, lecturer availability and, where applicable, time-zone compatibility for online teaching.
• Opportunity to contribute to curriculum development, student mentoring, environmental research, climate innovation and applied learning.
• Flexible academic environment supporting on-campus teaching for national lecturers and online/remote teaching for international lecturers.
• Opportunity to contribute to research, policy discussions, environmental initiatives and interdisciplinary academic activities.
• International lecturers will deliver assigned courses online/remotely from their country of residence through approved teaching platforms, subject to timetable, course and quality requirements.
• Potential for future teaching assignments subject to academic need, performance and availability.

7. Application Requirements

Applicants are required to submit:

• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Cover letter clearly stating the lecturer position applied for and summarising relevant teaching, research and/or professional experience.
• Copies of Master's and Bachelor's degree certificates and academic transcripts.
• Copies of relevant professional certificates, licences or registrations, where applicable.
• Evidence of university teaching, research, environmental, climate, security, development or professional experience, where available.
• Evidence of relevant research publications, policy work, projects or consultancy assignments, where applicable.
• Contact details for at least two professional or academic referees.
• Copy of a valid national identification document or passport.

8. Who Can Apply

Qualified national and international applicants are encouraged to apply.

International lecturers will teach online/remotely from their country of residence, while national lecturers are expected to teach on campus in Mogadishu.

Candidates with strong university teaching, research, environmental, climate, development, security or professional experience relevant to the subject area are particularly encouraged to apply.

Candidates with experience in Somalia, the Horn of Africa, climate-related security, environmental peacebuilding, natural-resource governance, climate resilience or sustainable development are especially encouraged to apply.

International applicants should have reliable internet access, a suitable online-teaching setup and availability that aligns with the assigned class timetable.

9. How to Apply

Qualified candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to apply through the Khibrad Recruitment Agency Job Portal at jobs.khibrad.com.

Applicants should upload the required documents and clearly state “Lecturer – Climate Change, Security & Environmental Studies” as the position they are applying for.

International applicants should also confirm their country of residence, time zone and general online-teaching availability. National applicants should confirm their availability to teach on campus.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process.