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Energy and Climate Fellow
Friends of Lake Turkana (FOLT), is a grassroots organization that works with and on behalf of the communities within the greater Turkana basin to demand their collective social, economic, environmental, cultural and territorial rights. Recognizing the anti-patriarchal struggle is a vision expressed in all areas of our work. Our mission is to; address socio-economic inequality; demand 
environmental justice; secure land and territorial rights; seek a social justice framework to addressing energy justice and climate change; and provide for women led community advocacy.

What are we looking for?

 FoLT’ is seeking a passionate Energy and Climate Fellow. This position provides a unique opportunity to develop strategic advocacy for energy and climate justice. Working with colleagues and in collaboration with diverse partners, the fellow will identify emerging threats and opportunities, develop policy solutions, and execute multi-faceted advocacy initiatives to ensure maximum impact. 
S/he will support coordination of FoLT's efforts of advancing Climate and Energy Justice through designing and implementing initiatives that promote community-led climate resilience, equitable energy access and just transition. S/he will be integral in organizing community outreaches, managing projects, developing partnerships and advocating for policy changes through evidence-based advocacy and participatory methods.

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Job Title: Knowledge Management & Learning Coordinator

Location: Remote with frequent travels

Term: One- year

Reports to: Media & Communications Lead/ Team Lead

 FoLT is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Knowledge Management and Learning fellow who will work part-time with the Media and Communications Lead under the direction of the Director. FoLT is improving its knowledge management and learning systems to stimulate organizational knowledge and learning. Over the next year, FoLT is focused on:

1. Building an Ateker knowledge and learning platform
2. Promoting an organizational culture where sharing knowledge and learning is expected and celebrated
3. Streamlining knowledge management-related policies and processes
4. Support updates to and rationalization of our knowledge systems

This fellowship is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background and interest in knowledge management, organizational learning, and international development.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• As a Knowledge Management and Learning fellow, you will play a crucial role in promoting an organizational culture where sharing knowledge is not just expected, but celebrated. Your efforts will be instrumental in fostering a collaborative environment where everyone's insights contribute to our collective success.

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