Call for Applications: Join the The African Group of Negotiators Experts Support (AGNES) as an Early Career Climate Fellow on Climate Justice

Ednah Carrick January 12, 2026

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Closing Date: 23 January 2026

Call for Applications: Join the The African Group of Negotiators Experts Support (AGNES) as an Early Career Climate Fellow on Climate Justice

The African Group of Negotiators Experts Support (AGNES), in collaboration with Equal Right, is inviting applications for an Early Career Climate Fellowship focused on advancing climate justice and equitable climate finance across Africa. The Early Career Climate Fellow on Climate Justice will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and is open to African nationals only

Early Career Climate Fellow on Climate Justice

About the Fellowship

The African Group of Negotiators Experts Support (AGNES), in collaboration with Equal Right Organization, invites applications for an Early Career Climate Fellowship position aimed at advancing climate justice and equitable climate finance across Africa. The Fellowship provides a unique opportunity for a passionate and qualified professional to contribute to the continental-level policy processes and support strategic advocacy to shape equitable climate governance frameworks.

Aim of the Fellowship

This Fellowship aims to strengthen targeted advocacy and engagement with key African institutions and regional policy spaces. The Fellow will represent AGNES and Equal Right in strategic engagements, including the African Union (AU), Africa Ministerial Conference on the Environment (AMCEN) and regional and national meetings and dialogues.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting the understanding and integration of Equal Right’s Cap and Share policy model and Universal Basic Income approaches in continental policy agendas.
Supporting the hosting of policy dialogues and technical convenings.
Drafting advocacy statements and policy briefs.
Monitoring and reporting on relevant policy developments related to climate justice and finance across Africa.

Duration and Start of Fellowship

The Fellowship will be held full-time for a period of 6 months and may be renewed subject to performance and availability of funding.

Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications:

Be an African national based in Nairobi, Kenya
A bachelor’s degree in climate change, environment and natural resources, economics, finance, social sciences, law or a related field, with at least two (2) years of relevant experience
Strong understanding of African climate governance and multilateral processes
Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Creative, innovative and critical thinking are essential to participate in the programme. A master’s degree will be an added advantage.
Should be highly motivated to work and ready to learn in a multicultural and interdisciplinary environment.

Application Procedure

A complete application package consists of the following three documents:

A cover letter (maximum 1 page in length) setting out why you think you are best suited for the Fellowship.
An up-to-date CV (maximum 2 pages in length);
Copies of all academic transcripts/degree certificates to date and any other testimonials.

Applications should reach AGNES on or before the dealine.