In this article, Catalystng.com explores 15 available job positions at The Commonwealth.
The Commonwealth is a voluntary association of 56 independent and equal countries. It is home to 2.5 billion people, and includes both advanced economies and developing countries.
33 of our members are small states, including many island nations. Our member governments have agreed to shared goals like development, democracy and peace. Our values and principles are expressed in the Commonwealth Charter.
The Commonwealth’s roots go back to the British Empire. But today any country can join the modern Commonwealth. The last two countries to join the Commonwealth were Gabon and Togo in 2022.
1. Communication intern
The Commonwealth Secretariat is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Communications Intern to join its Communications Division (COM). This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful international work while developing professional skills across research, writing, digital communications, and stakeholder engagement.
The Communications Division plays a central role in raising awareness of Commonwealth values, programmes, and events. It manages stakeholder and media relations, publications, publicity, and the Secretariat’s digital presence including its website and social media platforms.
As a Communications Intern, you will support these functions by contributing to research, content development, and day‑to‑day operational tasks that strengthen the Commonwealth’s visibility and impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with research and writing to produce engaging and informative communications outputs.
- Support daily operations across internal and external communications, including administrative duties.
- Contribute to audience‑reach reporting by helping prepare analytics and performance summaries.
- Maintain content management systems such as the Commonwealth Intranet and digital content platforms.
- Support event planning and assist with in‑person initiatives hosted by the Division.
- Identify trends and opportunities to help the Division reach wider audiences and improve efficiency.
This internship is ideal for someone eager to gain hands‑on experience in a dynamic international communications environment, build a strong professional portfolio, and contribute to the work of a global organisation committed to positive change.
Please note: Interns must be under the age of 30.
Salary: £532.80 per week.
Location: Marlborough House, Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5HX, UK.
Deadline: May 4th, 2026.
2. Digital Communications Intern
The Commonwealth Secretariat is seeking a highly capable and creative Digital Communications Intern to support the Digital Team in producing high‑quality multimedia content across web, internal, and social platforms in the lead‑up to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Antigua and Barbuda. This is an exciting opportunity for an emerging digital communicator to contribute to impactful storytelling that showcases the work and values of the Commonwealth.
This is a hands‑on role requiring demonstrable skills in content creation, design, photography, and video production. The successful candidate will play an active role in developing compelling digital assets, supporting campaigns, and helping to strengthen the Commonwealth’s online presence. Working closely with the Digital Team, the intern will contribute to a wide range of projects, from web features and social media content to video interviews and event coverage.
Key Responsibilities
- Create digital content for thecommonwealth.org, internal platforms, and social media channels.
- Produce visual assets including graphics, photography, and video.
- Film and edit video for interviews, features, and event coverage.
- Capture and edit photography using DSLR cameras for digital and editorial use.
- Write and edit articles and social media copy aligned with brand messaging.
- Manage website content using a Content Management System (CMS).
- Support digital campaigns through storytelling and asset development.
- Ensure brand and accessibility standards are met across all content.
- Contribute to digital projects with a proactive, hands‑on approach.
- Please note: Interns must be under the age of 30.
Salary: £532.80 per week.
Location: Marlborough House, Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5HX, UK.
Deadline: May 4th, 2026.
3. Office Manager (Joint Office for Commonwealth Permanent Missions to the United Nations in New York)
The Commonwealth Secretariat is recruiting a dynamic Office Manager to lead operations at the Joint Office for Commonwealth Permanent Missions to the UN in New York. This unique facility supports small Commonwealth states in maintaining a diplomatic presence and engaging effectively at the United Nations.
In this pivotal role, you will manage day‑to‑day operations, oversee budgets and reporting, supervise staff, and ensure high‑quality services for resident missions and visiting delegations. You will also represent the Secretariat in coordination with UN bodies, diplomatic missions, and partner governments.
Key Responsibilities
- Significant experience in office administration, finance, HR, and facilities management
- Strong understanding of UN processes, diplomatic protocol, and working in multicultural environments
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships at senior levels
- Proven leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex operations under pressure
This is an exciting opportunity to support the work of small states at the UN and contribute to impactful multilateral engagement.
Salary: $94,334 .
Location: 685 Third Ave, 11 Fl, NY, NY 10017, United States.
Deadline: May 4th, 2026.
4. Head of Media Relations
The Commonwealth Secretariat is seeking an exceptional Head of Media Relations to lead its media function and strengthen the global profile of the Commonwealth and its programmes. The successful candidate will cultivate strong relationships with media outlets worldwide—across print, broadcast, digital and emerging platforms—to enhance the organisation’s reputation, visibility, and relevance as a modern, impactful international institution.
Reporting to the Director of Communications, the Head of Media Relations will lead and inspire the media team, ensuring excellence, timeliness, and innovation across all outputs. The postholder will shape and deliver compelling narratives aligned with the Commonwealth’s strategic pillars, oversee hybrid and digital‑first press engagements for the Secretary‑General, and ensure spokespersons are equipped with high‑quality, consistent messaging. The role also includes deputising for the Director as required, managing crisis communications, and playing a key leadership role in media accreditation and operations for major events such as the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).
The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in international media relations, a strong understanding of the evolving global media landscape, and a proven ability to deliver integrated, content‑led campaigns in partnership with digital, marketing, and content teams. They will lead the transition from reactive coverage to proactive storytelling, driving the creation of high‑quality multimedia content and ensuring the Commonwealth’s brand identity is consistently reinforced across all channels. The role requires strategic judgement, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to operate in a fast‑paced environment with diplomacy and cultural sensitivity.
Salary: £80,672
Location: Marlborough House, Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5HX, UK
Deadline: May 11th, 2026.
5. Head Private Sector Fundraising
The Commonwealth Secretariat is seeking a dynamic and relationship‑driven Head of Private Sector Fundraising to help expand and diversify the organisation’s funding base. This role is central to strengthening the Secretariat’s long‑term sustainability by unlocking new financing opportunities, deepening partnerships, and positioning the organisation as a trusted partner for donors, private sector actors, and development finance institutions.
Key Responsibilities
- You will play a leading role in shaping and delivering a comprehensive resource mobilisation strategy—identifying innovative financing opportunities, cultivating high‑value partnerships, and driving engagement with private sector entities, regional development banks, and multilateral institutions. Working closely with the Director of Resource Mobilisation and Partnerships, you will research and pursue new funding avenues, advocate for increased investment in the Secretariat’s priorities, and ensure the organisation remains visible and compelling to potential partners.
- You will draft funding proposals and organisational assessments, lead timely and high‑quality donor reporting, and support regular consultations that strengthen trust and alignment with partners. You will also help build internal capacity by mentoring colleagues on fundraising techniques and donor relations, while raising awareness of the Secretariat’s work across the funding landscape.
- You are a strategic connector with a strong understanding of the development financing ecosystem and a proven ability to build and sustain partnerships. You bring experience in resource mobilisation, private sector engagement, or development partnerships—ideally within an international or intergovernmental setting. You excel at crafting persuasive proposals, analysing funding trends, and navigating complex donor environments.
- You combine strong communication skills with the ability to build trust, influence stakeholders, and represent the organisation with confidence. You are proactive, analytical, and collaborative—comfortable working across teams and engaging senior officials, ministries, and agencies at country level. Experience in innovative financing or development partnerships will strengthen your profile.
Salary: £97,512.
Location: Marlborough House, Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5HX, UK.
Deadline: May 15th, 2026.
6. Adviser and Head – Energy and Natural Resources Section (ENR)
The Commonwealth Secretariat is seeking an accomplished leader to head its Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) Section—a high‑impact role shaping policy, technical assistance, and strategic engagement across the Commonwealth. Operating within the Secretariat’s Strategic Plan, you will guide a portfolio of programmes that support member countries in managing energy transitions, strengthening extractive industries governance, and advancing sustainable natural resource development.
Key Responsibilities:
- As Adviser and Head of ENR, you will set the strategic direction for the Section, ensuring programmes are aligned with CHOGM mandates and deliver tangible value to governments across the Commonwealth. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, oversee advisory services, and manage a diverse project portfolio spanning energy_transition, extractive_industries, renewable_energy, and natural_resource_governance.
- You will work closely with senior officials in member states, coordinate ENR inputs into Commonwealth fora, and represent the Secretariat in international discussions. The role requires strong programme leadership—shaping operational frameworks, mobilising resources, ensuring high‑quality delivery, and embedding monitoring, evaluation and learning across all ENR projects. Frequent overseas travel is expected.
- You are an experienced economist, lawyer, or policy specialist with deep expertise in the energy and extractive sectors. You bring at least 10 years of senior‑level experience and a proven record of leading technical assistance programmes, shaping policy and regulatory frameworks, and advising governments on complex ENR issues.
- You excel at managing multidisciplinary teams, engaging senior stakeholders, and navigating international development environments. You combine strategic insight with strong project management, communication, and partnership‑building skills. Experience in energy sector reform, resource taxation, or green financing will strengthen your profile, as will experience working with small states or developing countries.
Salary: £97,512
Location: Marlborough House, Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5HX, UK
Deadline: May 15th, 2026.
7. Director of Governance, Strategy and Learning
The Commonwealth Secretariat is seeking a dynamic, forward‑thinking leader to serve as its next Director, Governance, Strategy and Learning—a pivotal role at the centre of the organisation’s governance and strategic architecture. Working closely with the Secretary‑General and Deputy Secretary‑General’s, the post‑holder will drive organisational performance, strengthen accountability, and ensure that strategic priorities set by Member States translate into measurable results and meaningful impact.
Key Responsibilities:
- As Director, you will be the engine behind Secretariat‑wide strategy, results‑based management, and institutional learning. You will lead the development and implementation of the Commonwealth Secretariat Strategic Plan, oversee the corporate Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) system, and ensure that evidence, performance data, and strategic insight shape decision‑making at every level.
- You will also serve as Secretary to the Board of Governors—managing the Secretariat’s relationship with Member States, ensuring strong governance alignment, and supporting high‑level mechanisms such as CHOGM and ministerial meetings. From governance KPIs to horizon scanning, from strategic briefings to scenario planning, this role places you at the heart of the Secretariat’s long‑term positioning and reform agenda.
- You are a strategic thinker with a strong command of governance systems, organisational strategy, and performance management. You bring deep experience in MEL, strategic planning, or institutional reform, and you excel at turning complex mandates into clear frameworks, actionable insights, and measurable results.
- You are confident engaging senior political and institutional stakeholders, skilled at navigating multicultural environments, and adept at building trust with Member States. You combine analytical strength with excellent communication, diplomacy, and leadership with the ability to influence, advise, and inspire across the organisation.
Salary: £120,103
Location: Marlborough House, Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5HX, UK
Deadline: May 15th, 2026.
8. General Counsel – Legal Affairs
The Commonwealth Secretariat is seeking an exceptional legal leader to serve as its next General Counsel and Director of Legal Affairs. This is a high‑profile role at the heart of an international organisation representing 56 member countries committed to peace, democracy, sustainable development, and respect for diversity and human rights.
As the Secretariat’s most senior legal adviser, the General Counsel will shape legal strategy across the organisation—guiding decision‑making at the highest levels, safeguarding the Secretariat’s reputation, and ensuring its work is grounded in robust public international law and international administrative law.
Key Objectives:
As General Counsel, you will be the Secretariat’s chief legal authority—shaping legal strategy, protecting institutional integrity, and guiding senior leaders through complex, high‑stakes issues. You will lead the Office of Legal Affairs, oversee litigation and dispute resolution, and ensure the Secretariat’s policies, contracts, HR processes, and international operations are grounded in sound legal frameworks.
You will manage a multinational legal team, direct external counsel, and represent the Secretariat in high‑level engagements with governments and international organisations. From safeguarding privileges and immunities to steering major organisational reforms, this role places you at the centre of the Secretariat’s most critical decisions.
You are a seasoned legal leader with deep expertise in public international law, international administrative law, and the legal dimensions of operating within an intergovernmental organisation. You bring at least 15 years of post‑qualification experience, including significant senior‑level leadership, and a proven ability to advise confidently on complex, sensitive, and cross‑cutting legal matters.
You combine sharp analytical judgement with strong diplomacy, communication, and negotiation skills. You are comfortable navigating multicultural environments, managing diverse teams, and engaging senior stakeholders with authority and clarity. Experience with HR‑related legal issues, complex agreements, and international organisational law will set you apart.
Salary: £120,103 .
Location: Marlborough House, Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5HX, UK.
Deadline: May 15th, 2026.
9. Director Economic Development, Trade and Investment Directorate
The Commonwealth Secretariat is looking for a bold, visionary leader to drive its global economic development agenda. If you thrive at the intersection of international finance, trade policy, and sustainable development, this is your stage.
Key Objectives:
- You’ll lead the Economic, Trade & Investment Directorate—shaping strategy, influencing global debates, and championing the needs of 56 nations, including 31 small states. As a member of the Senior Management Committee, you’ll help steer the Secretariat’s direction while guiding a team of expert economists, analysts, and advisers.
- This role is about impact: driving thought leadership, forging high‑value partnerships, and ensuring Commonwealth perspectives land in the rooms where global decisions are made—from G20 working groups to pan‑Commonwealth platforms.
What You’ll Drive
- Strategic leadership that pushes the Commonwealth to the forefront of global economic thinking.
- High‑level advocacy on issues like debt sustainability, investment governance, and economic transformation.
- Partnerships with development banks, regional bodies, and investment agencies to unlock resources and influence.
- Strong, inclusive leadership of a diverse, multidisciplinary team.
- Representation of the Secretariat at major international fora, shaping outcomes for small and vulnerable states.
What You Bring
- A postgraduate degree in Economic Development or a related field.
- 15+ years of senior‑level leadership in sustainable economic development.
- Deep experience working in developing countries and managing complex policy and research programmes.
- A track record of inspiring teams, navigating multilateral processes, and building strategic alliances.
- Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, with the confidence to engage senior political and institutional leaders.
Experience with small states, or expertise in gender, health, or education in developing contexts, is a strong advantage.
Salary: £120,103 .
Location: Marlborough House, Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5HX, UK.
Deadline: May 15th, 2026.
10. Commonwealth Regional Climate Finance Adviser – Indo Pacific (Pool)
The Commonwealth Climate Finance Access Hub (CCFAH) aims to improve and strengthen the climate resilience of small and other vulnerable Commonwealth countries through improving their access to climate finance. We are hiring the following position to add to our existing pool of experts.
As CCFAH is demand driven, the Commonwealth Secretariat recruits its Commonwealth National Climate Finance Advisers through a pool of experts which is continuously updated in response to the needs of member states. Once shortlisted, candidates are placed into the expert pool and, based on needs and skills match, are contacted for further assessment and evaluation for Commonwealth National Climate Finance Adviser roles in specific member states.
The central hub is hosted by the Government of Mauritius with Commonwealth National Climate Finance Advisers placed in countries across the Africa, Asia, Caribbean and Pacific regions. The CCFAH started operations in 2016 and as of March 2026, it had mobilised USD 566.16 million of climate finance for 180 projects across the Commonwealth member states.
As a Commonwealth National, Regional or Thematic Climate Finance Adviser, you will be working at the forefront of overcoming the identified barriers and enhancing the mobilisation of climate finance for sustainable development.
Commonwealth National, Regional or Thematic Climate Finance Adviser roles are tailored to specific thematic, regional and country requirements and will therefore differ from country to country, from region to region and thematic area (Gender and Health). Overall, Advisers are expected to be familiar with specific regional contexts, and have a good understanding of climate finance readiness, accreditation, proposal development and capacity building.
The Commonwealth National, Regional or Thematic Climate Finance Adviser roles will assume the following main responsibilities and activities: Project development; Capacity Building; Knowledge Management; Stakeholder Engagement, Communication, Coordination, Supervision (for Regional Advisers), Gender and Youth mainstreaming and other relevant duties.
Key Objectives:
To be considered, you will need to have a post-graduate qualification (Masters degree is essential) in any of the following: Climate Change, Environmental Studies/ Economics, Natural Resources Management; Energy; Project Management; Business Studies; or any other related subject. For thematic Advisers you will need to have a post-graduate qualification in the relevant thematic area of choice (Climate Health and Gender).
You will need at least 8 years of work experience in climate policy development and management of projects in the area of climate change, energy, forestry, biodiversity, agriculture, climate health and technical assistance initiatives. You will also need demonstrated knowledge and extensive experience in the climate finance space including climate finance readiness, grant proposal writing, climate change capacity building or technology transfer; demonstrated experience in resource mobilization, stakeholder relationship building and collaboration with government agencies, donors and/or international development partners, and non-government organisations; proven experience in developing knowledge products, including analytical pieces, papers, reports and related products; and developing country experience, particularly in Africa, Caribbean, Indian Ocean and Pacific regions.
Salary: £57,000 per annum plus allowances and benefits.
Location: Fiji
Deadline: May 7th, 2026.
11. Commonwealth Regional Climate Finance Adviser – Caribbean (Pool)
The Commonwealth Climate Finance Access Hub (CCFAH) aims to improve and strengthen the climate resilience of small and other vulnerable Commonwealth countries through improving their access to climate finance. We are hiring the following position to add to our existing pool of experts.
As CCFAH is demand driven, the Commonwealth Secretariat recruits its Commonwealth National Climate Finance Advisers through a pool of experts which is continuously updated in response to the needs of member states. Once shortlisted, candidates are placed into the expert pool and, based on needs and skills match, are contacted for further assessment and evaluation for Commonwealth National Climate Finance Adviser roles in specific member states.
The central hub is hosted by the Government of Mauritius with Commonwealth National Climate Finance Advisers placed in countries across the Africa, Asia, Caribbean and Pacific regions. The CCFAH started operations in 2016 and as of March 2026, it had mobilised USD 566.16 million of climate finance for 180 projects across the Commonwealth member states.
Key Objectives:
- As a Commonwealth National, Regional or Thematic Climate Finance Adviser, you will be working at the forefront of overcoming the identified barriers and enhancing the mobilisation of climate finance for sustainable development.
- Commonwealth National, Regional or Thematic Climate Finance Adviser roles are tailored to specific thematic, regional and country requirements and will therefore differ from country to country, from region to region and thematic area (Gender and Health). Overall, Advisers are expected to be familiar with specific regional contexts, and have a good understanding of climate finance readiness, accreditation, proposal development and capacity building.
- The Commonwealth National, Regional or Thematic Climate Finance Adviser roles will assume the following main responsibilities and activities: Project development; Capacity Building; Knowledge Management; Stakeholder Engagement, Communication, Coordination, Supervision (for Regional Advisers), Gender and Youth mainstreaming and other relevant duties.
- To be considered, you will need to have a post-graduate qualification (Masters degree is essential) in any of the following: Climate Change, Environmental Studies/ Economics, Natural Resources Management; Energy; Project Management; Business Studies; or any other related subject. For thematic Advisers you will need to have a post-graduate qualification in the relevant thematic area of choice (Climate Health and Gender).
- You will need at least 8 years of work experience in climate policy development and management of projects in the area of climate change, energy, forestry, biodiversity, agriculture, climate health and technical assistance initiatives. You will also need demonstrated knowledge and extensive experience in the climate finance space including climate finance readiness, grant proposal writing, climate change capacity building or technology transfer; demonstrated experience in resource mobilization, stakeholder relationship building and collaboration with government agencies, donors and/or international development partners, and non-government organisations; proven experience in developing knowledge products, including analytical pieces, papers, reports and related products; and developing country experience, particularly in Africa, Caribbean, Indian Ocean and Pacific regions.
Salary: £57,000 per annum plus allowances and benefits
Location: Belize
Deadline: May 7th, 2026.
12. Commonwealth Regional Climate Finance Adviser – Africa (Pool)
The Commonwealth Climate Finance Access Hub (CCFAH) aims to improve and strengthen the climate resilience of small and other vulnerable Commonwealth countries through improving their access to climate finance. We are hiring the following position to add to our existing pool of experts.
As CCFAH is demand driven, the Commonwealth Secretariat recruits its Commonwealth National Climate Finance Advisers through a pool of experts which is continuously updated in response to the needs of member states. Once shortlisted, candidates are placed into the expert pool and, based on needs and skills match, are contacted for further assessment and evaluation for Commonwealth National Climate Finance Adviser roles in specific member states.
The central hub is hosted by the Government of Mauritius with Commonwealth National Climate Finance Advisers placed in countries across the Africa, Asia, Caribbean and Pacific regions. The CCFAH started operations in 2016 and as of March 2026, it had mobilised USD 566.16 million of climate finance for 180 projects across the Commonwealth member states.
As a Commonwealth National, Regional or Thematic Climate Finance Adviser, you will be working at the forefront of overcoming the identified barriers and enhancing the mobilisation of climate finance for sustainable development.
Commonwealth National, Regional or Thematic Climate Finance Adviser roles are tailored to specific thematic, regional and country requirements and will therefore differ from country to country, from region to region and thematic area (Gender and Health). Overall, Advisers are expected to be familiar with specific regional contexts, and have a good understanding of climate finance readiness, accreditation, proposal development and capacity building.
The Commonwealth National, Regional or Thematic Climate Finance Adviser roles will assume the following main responsibilities and activities: Project development; Capacity Building; Knowledge Management; Stakeholder Engagement, Communication, Coordination, Supervision (for Regional Advisers), Gender and Youth mainstreaming and other relevant duties.
Key Objectives:
- To be considered, you will need to have a post-graduate qualification (Masters degree is essential) in any of the following: Climate Change, Environmental Studies/ Economics, Natural Resources Management; Energy; Project Management; Business Studies; or any other related subject. For thematic Advisers you will need to have a post-graduate qualification in the relevant thematic area of choice (Climate Health and Gender).
- You will need at least 8 years of work experience in climate policy development and management of projects in the area of climate change, energy, forestry, biodiversity, agriculture, climate health and technical assistance initiatives. You will also need demonstrated knowledge and extensive experience in the climate finance space including climate finance readiness, grant proposal writing, climate change capacity building or technology transfer; demonstrated experience in resource mobilization, stakeholder relationship building and collaboration with government agencies, donors and/or international development partners, and non-government organisations; proven experience in developing knowledge products, including analytical pieces, papers, reports and related products; and developing country experience, particularly in Africa, Caribbean, Indian Ocean and Pacific regions.
Salary: 57000 GBP per annum plus allowances and benefits
Location: Mauritius
Deadline: May 7th, 2026
13. Commonwealth Climate Finance Adviser – Pool
The Commonwealth Climate Finance Access Hub (CCFAH) aims to improve and strengthen the climate resilience of small and other vulnerable Commonwealth countries through improving their access to climate finance. We are hiring the following position to add to our existing pool of experts.
As CCFAH is demand driven, the Commonwealth Secretariat recruits its Commonwealth National Climate Finance Advisers through a pool of experts which is continuously updated in response to the needs of member states. Once shortlisted, candidates are placed into the expert pool and, based on needs and skills match, are contacted for further assessment and evaluation for Commonwealth National Climate Finance Adviser roles in specific member states.
The central hub is hosted by the Government of Mauritius with Commonwealth National Climate Finance Advisers placed in countries across the Africa, Asia, Caribbean and Pacific regions. The CCFAH started operations in 2016 and as of March 2026, it had mobilised USD 566.16 million of climate finance for 180 projects across the Commonwealth member states.
As a Commonwealth National, Regional or Thematic Climate Finance Adviser, you will be working at the forefront of overcoming the identified barriers and enhancing the mobilisation of climate finance for sustainable development.
Commonwealth National, Regional or Thematic Climate Finance Adviser roles are tailored to specific thematic, regional and country requirements and will therefore differ from country to country, from region to region and thematic area (Gender and Health). Overall, Advisers are expected to be familiar with specific regional contexts, and have a good understanding of climate finance readiness, accreditation, proposal development and capacity building.
The Commonwealth National, Regional or Thematic Climate Finance Adviser roles will assume the following main responsibilities and activities: Project development; Capacity Building; Knowledge Management; Stakeholder Engagement, Communication, Coordination, Supervision (for Regional Advisers), Gender and Youth mainstreaming and other relevant duties.
Key Objectives:
- To be considered, you will need to have a post-graduate qualification (Masters degree is essential) in any of the following: Climate Change, Environmental Studies/ Economics, Natural Resources Management; Energy; Project Management; Business Studies; or any other related subject. For thematic Advisers you will need to have a post-graduate qualification in the relevant thematic area of choice (Climate Health and Gender).
- You will need at least 8 years of work experience in climate policy development and management of projects in the area of climate change, energy, forestry, biodiversity, agriculture, climate health and technical assistance initiatives. You will also need demonstrated knowledge and extensive experience in the climate finance space including climate finance readiness, grant proposal writing, climate change capacity building or technology transfer; demonstrated experience in resource mobilization, stakeholder relationship building and collaboration with government agencies, donors and/or international development partners, and non-government organisations; proven experience in developing knowledge products, including analytical pieces, papers, reports and related products; and developing country experience, particularly in Africa, Caribbean, Indian Ocean and Pacific regions.
Salary: £55,000 per annum plus allowances and benefits
Location: African, Asian, Caribbean and Pacific Member States
Deadline: May 7th, 2026.
14. Commonwealth Climate Finance Gender Adviser Pool
The Commonwealth Climate Finance Access Hub (CCFAH) aims to improve and strengthen the climate resilience of small and other vulnerable Commonwealth countries through improving their access to climate finance. We are hiring the following position to add to our existing pool of experts.
As CCFAH is demand driven, the Commonwealth Secretariat recruits its Commonwealth National Climate Finance Advisers through a pool of experts which is continuously updated in response to the needs of member states. Once shortlisted, candidates are placed into the expert pool and, based on needs and skills match, are contacted for further assessment and evaluation for Commonwealth National Climate Finance Adviser roles in specific member states.
The central hub is hosted by the Government of Mauritius with Commonwealth National Climate Finance Advisers placed in countries across the Africa, Asia, Caribbean and Pacific regions. The CCFAH started operations in 2016 and as of March 2026, it had mobilised USD 566.16 million of climate finance for 180 projects across the Commonwealth member states.
Key Objectives:
As a Commonwealth National, Regional or Thematic Climate Finance Adviser, you will be working at the forefront of overcoming the identified barriers and enhancing the mobilisation of climate finance for sustainable development.
Commonwealth National, Regional or Thematic Climate Finance Adviser roles are tailored to specific thematic, regional and country requirements and will therefore differ from country to country, from region to region and thematic area (Gender and Health). Overall, Advisers are expected to be familiar with specific regional contexts, and have a good understanding of climate finance readiness, accreditation, proposal development and capacity building.
The Commonwealth National, Regional or Thematic Climate Finance Adviser roles will assume the following main responsibilities and activities: Project development; Capacity Building; Knowledge Management; Stakeholder Engagement, Communication, Coordination, Supervision (for Regional Advisers), Gender and Youth mainstreaming and other relevant duties.
To be considered, you will need to have a post-graduate qualification (Masters degree is essential) in any of the following: Climate Change, Environmental Studies/ Economics, Natural Resources Management; Energy; Project Management; Business Studies; or any other related subject. For thematic Advisers you will need to have a post-graduate qualification in the relevant thematic area of choice (Climate Health and Gender).
You will need at least 8 years of work experience in climate policy development and management of projects in the area of climate change, energy, forestry, biodiversity, agriculture, climate health and technical assistance initiatives. You will also need demonstrated knowledge and extensive experience in the climate finance space including climate finance readiness, grant proposal writing, climate change capacity building or technology transfer; demonstrated experience in resource mobilization, stakeholder relationship building and collaboration with government agencies, donors and/or international development partners, and non-government organisations; proven experience in developing knowledge products, including analytical pieces, papers, reports and related products; and developing country experience, particularly in Africa, Caribbean, Indian Ocean and Pacific regions.
Fluency in both written and spoken English is essential.
Please refer to the terms of reference for full details about this opportunity. Please apply by submitting a CV and a covering letter, highlighting if you have any regional preference for potential assignments.
Duration: One- two years with the potential for extension.
Salary: £55,000 per annum plus allowances and benefits
Location: Mauritius
Deadline: May 7th, 2026.
15. Commonwealth Health Climate Finance Adviser Pool
The Commonwealth Climate Finance Access Hub (CCFAH) aims to improve and strengthen the climate resilience of small and other vulnerable Commonwealth countries through improving their access to climate finance. We are hiring the following position to add to our existing pool of experts.
As CCFAH is demand driven, the Commonwealth Secretariat recruits its Commonwealth National Climate Finance Advisers through a pool of experts which is continuously updated in response to the needs of member states. Once shortlisted, candidates are placed into the expert pool and, based on needs and skills match, are contacted for further assessment and evaluation for Commonwealth National Climate Finance Adviser roles in specific member states.
The central hub is hosted by the Government of Mauritius with Commonwealth National Climate Finance Advisers placed in countries across the Africa, Asia, Caribbean and Pacific regions. The CCFAH started operations in 2016 and as of March 2026, it had mobilised USD 566.16 million of climate finance for 180 projects across the Commonwealth member states.
Key Objectives:
- As a Commonwealth National, Regional or Thematic Climate Finance Adviser, you will be working at the forefront of overcoming the identified barriers and enhancing the mobilisation of climate finance for sustainable development.
- Commonwealth National, Regional or Thematic Climate Finance Adviser roles are tailored to specific thematic, regional and country requirements and will therefore differ from country to country, from region to region and thematic area (Gender and Health). Overall, Advisers are expected to be familiar with specific regional contexts, and have a good understanding of climate finance readiness, accreditation, proposal development and capacity building.
- The Commonwealth National, Regional or Thematic Climate Finance Adviser roles will assume the following main responsibilities and activities: Project development; Capacity Building; Knowledge Management; Stakeholder Engagement, Communication, Coordination, Supervision (for Regional Advisers), Gender and Youth mainstreaming and other relevant duties.
- To be considered, you will need to have a post-graduate qualification (Masters degree is essential) in any of the following: Climate Change, Environmental Studies/ Economics, Natural Resources Management; Energy; Project Management; Business Studies; or any other related subject. For thematic Advisers you will need to have a post-graduate qualification in the relevant thematic area of choice (Climate Health and Gender).
- You will need at least 8 years of work experience in climate policy development and management of projects in the area of climate change, energy, forestry, biodiversity, agriculture, climate health and technical assistance initiatives. You will also need demonstrated knowledge and extensive experience in the climate finance space including climate finance readiness, grant proposal writing, climate change capacity building or technology transfer; demonstrated experience in resource mobilization, stakeholder relationship building and collaboration with government agencies, donors and/or international development partners, and non-government organisations; proven experience in developing knowledge products, including analytical pieces, papers, reports and related products; and developing country experience, particularly in Africa, Caribbean, Indian Ocean and Pacific regions.
- Fluency in both written and spoken English is essential.
- Please refer to the terms of reference for full details about this opportunity. Please apply by submitting a CV and a covering letter, highlighting if you have any regional preference for potential assignments.
- Duration: One- two years with the potential for extension.
- We should receive your application by 17:00 BST on 7 May 2026.
- To be considered, you must be a citizen of a Commonwealth country and be able to thrive in our multi-cultural environment.
Salary: £55,000 per annum plus allowances and benefits.
Location: Mauritius.
Deadline: May 7th, 2026.
