Climate & Resilience Finance Officer
hace 4 días
JOB PURPOSE
Under the supervision of the Development and Thematic Funding Officer and the Regional Climate Advisor, YOU will contribute to resource mobilisation on climate and resilience action in LAC, including expanding partnerships with public and private sector entities. With a strong background in proposal writing, donor relations and an understanding of the international climate and resilience agenda, YOUwill play a key role advocating for WFPs work in climate and resilience finance and furthering innovative programme and partnership solutions.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)The RBP Climate & Resilience Finace Officer will develop the following responsibilities: Guide the identification of potential climate finance partners and opportunities with the aim to secure multi-year funding to further WFPs climate change and resilience portfolio Provide tailored support to Country Offices to support follow up on strategic and funding opportunities to advance countries development agendas and support achievement of relevant goals Guidethe coordination of Country Offices in the LAC region, supporting the formulation of project proposals and project management Coordinate with functional units and technical experts within Country Offices, the Regional Bureau and Headquarters, to enable the timely and quality development of proposals and projects and problem-solve issues as needed Support in the development and maintenance of effective relationships with member states, UN agencies, NGOs, and other partners, in order to engage them with inter-governmental/inter-agency discussion Support with impactfulmessaging and outreach materials for WFPs engagement with climate and resilience partners in LAC. Other relevant activities as required, along with ability to travel if needed. STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Advanced University degree in Political Science, International Development, Development Economics, International Relations, Climate Change, Environment, Law, Business, Marketing, Communications or other relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or trainings/courses. Experience: A minimum of 3 years of postgraduate professional experience in resource mobilization, partnership engagement, proposal writing, project management and/or a relevant field of work, with a background and interest in international development, especially in relation to climate and resilience. Languages: Fluency in English and Spanish.Knowledge of French (desirable). Knowledge& Skills: Experience in donor relations, proposal writing and have a track record of successfully securing high value partners. Ability to effectively coordinate, work and successfully communicate within a multicultural working environment. Experience in project design and development. Knowledge of climate change adaptation, resilience and climate finance mechanisms. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, solutions focused. Proactive, independent, uses initiative, and with ability to plan and organize their work and deliver timely, high-quality results. Ability to work under pressure and stressful situations. Good interpersonal skills, ability to work as a team player and coordinate positively with internal and external stakeholders Proficiency in Windows, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE Experience with the design and coordination of climate and resilience finance proposals/projects. Experience in the food security, agricultural and/or rural sector. WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORKThese are the common standards of behaviour that guideHOWwe work together to accomplish our mission. Leads by Example with Integrity Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative Teamwork Applies Strategic Thinking Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships Upholds WFP values, principles, and standards Delivers results for maximum impact Isinclusiveandcollaborative, and contributes to a culture of learning and personal growth Demonstrates curiosity, designs and implements new ways of doing things when relevant Initiates and builds partnerships by identifying and promoting opportunities for mutual areas of interest and benefit
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