Senior Advisor, Resource Mobilization and Strategic Engagement Consultant

About the role

The African Risk Capacity (ARC) is seeking a senior consultant to lead resource mobilisation and strategic engagement efforts. Based in Abidjan, the consultant will work closely with the Group Director General to enhance ARC’s institutional sustainability and partnership portfolio across Africa.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement resource mobilisation strategies to support ARC’s climate and disaster risk financing mission.
• Identify, cultivate, and manage strategic partnerships with donor agencies, governments, and private sector entities.
• Provide advisory support to member states on financing mechanisms for extreme weather and public‑health emergencies.
• Prepare high‑level briefing materials, proposals, and reports for senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of mobilisation initiatives and recommend improvements.

Required profile

• Proven experience in resource mobilisation, fundraising, or strategic partnership development, preferably in the humanitarian or climate‑finance sector.
• Strong understanding of African development contexts and disaster risk financing.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently on a 6‑month consultancy with potential extension.
• Fluency in English; French is an asset.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to a Nobel‑Prize‑winning organization’s mission.
• Exposure to high‑impact climate‑resilience projects across Africa.
• Competitive consultancy remuneration in line with WFP terms.