Applications for KCFP Climate Resilience Fellowships – Mentors and Supervisors is now open. Are you an academic or climate adaptation professional ready to support the next generation of resilience leaders? Applications are now open to become a mentor or academic supervisor for the King’s Commonwealth Fellowship Programme (KCFP) Climate Resilience Fellowships.
This prestigious initiative, inspired by His Majesty King Charles III and delivered through the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), supports mid-career professionals working on the frontline of climate adaptation in Commonwealth Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Fellows complete a one-year, accredited professional development programme while implementing practical, workplace-based climate adaptation projects aligned with national priorities.
Supervisors and mentors play a vital role in guiding these projects, helping ensure they are technically robust, locally relevant, and supportive of long-term climate resilience.
About the Fellowship
The KCFP Climate Resilience Fellowships provide an accredited postgraduate certificate in climate adaptation practice for professionals across the public sector, civil society, and private industry in Commonwealth SIDS.
As part of the programme, Fellows design and deliver applied projects focused on strengthening climate resilience in their communities. Academic supervisors and professional mentors provide expert guidance, help align projects with National Adaptation Plans (NAPs), identify potential risks, and support the delivery of high-quality outcomes.
Roles Available
Academic Supervisors
Academic supervisors are climate-focused scholars based at ACU member universities, ideally within Small Island Developing States.
Ideal backgrounds include:
- Climate science
- Adaptation planning
- Environmental policy
- Earth and environmental sciences
- Disaster risk reduction
- Renewable energy
- Community-based adaptation
Professional Mentors
Professional mentors are practitioners or leaders from registered organisations or those who are self-employed, working directly in climate adaptation practice.
Suitable profiles include:
- NGO or government professionals implementing National Adaptation Plans
- Private sector leaders in sustainable agriculture, water security, or green infrastructure
- Indigenous or community leaders with expertise in traditional resource management, coastal resilience, and nature-based solutions
- Climate advocates and representatives from local or indigenous organisations
Mentors are expected to bring geographic, cultural, and technical insight, as well as practical, place-based experience.
Time Commitment and Support
Supporting a Fellow requires approximately seven hours over one year. Engagement takes place primarily online and includes:
- Introductory meetings and project scoping
- Guidance during project planning
- Short drop-in consultations during project delivery
- Feedback on the final project report
Successful applicants will receive a GBP 200 honorarium in recognition of their contribution.
Eligibility and Equality Statement
The ACU reserves the right to request evidence of employment status where appropriate.
The programme is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marital status.
Timeline
- April 2026: Introductions and initial project discussions
- May–August 2026: Project planning and alignment with national strategies
- September–December 2026: Project delivery support
- December 2026–January 2027: Reporting and final feedback
How to Apply
Applicants should review the application requirements before starting the form.
Application deadline: 5 March 2026 at 15:00 UTC
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a remote interview in March 2026 via an online meeting platform.
Apply now through the official KCFP Climate Resilience Fellowships application portal.
The King’s Commonwealth Fellowship Programme Climate Resilience Fellowships are seeking academic supervisors from ACU member universities and professional mentors from climate adaptation practice to support mid-career Fellows working in Commonwealth Small Island Developing States. The role requires approximately seven hours over one year, includes a GBP 200 honorarium, and focuses on guiding applied climate projects aligned with National Adaptation Plans. Applications close on 5 March 2026.
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