We improve lives The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who come together on a journey to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our people find purpose and do what they love in an inclusive, collaborative, agile, and rewarding environment. About this position Agriculture in LAC faces unprecedented challenges. To address them, the IDB is looking for a dynamic and energetic teammate, with strong skills and experience, to lead the Bank's technical dialogue and portfolio development in areas such as agriculture and rural development, either based in a country Office or in our headquarters. The agriculture sector is called upon simultaneously to contribute to food security; generate income; and reduce environmental harms. To address those challenges, the IDB's lines of action in the sector include: (i) strengthening agricultural institutions; (ii) focusing agricultural policy support on the provision of public goods; (iii) expanding agricultural financial services; (iv) supporting access to markets; (v) promoting practices that foster climate change resilience and environmental sustainability; (vi) reducing gender and ethnic gaps in agriculture; and (vii) maintaining an active and relevant knowledge agenda to support evidence-based decisions. In this context, the Agriculture and Rural Development Division (PTI/ARD), as part of the Productivity, Trade, and Innovation Sector (PTI/PTI), spearheads the design and execution of operations (loans, technical operations, investment grants) and policy dialogue of the Bank in the areas of sustainable, resilient and inclusive agri-food systems; rural development; management of natural resources that are key for agriculture such as land and water; and sustainable and productive forest and fisheries management, among others. What you'll do - Portfolio management and development: - Supervise the implementation of operations and technical cooperations, managing risks and promoting results and development effectiveness of operations throughout the project life, while ensuring compliance with parties' contractual commitments. Lead the preparation and implementation of supervision plans and budgets, in contribution to country-specific planning/work program. - Lead and/or participate in the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation activities. Prepare analytical knowledge products on operation's effectiveness and lessons learned. - Lead and/or participate in the origination, design and preparation of investment projects and technical cooperations that respond to client's priority and Bank's priority areas, in close collaboration with the Country Office Representative. Lead the dialogue with the government authorities and coordinate with multisectoral teams (technical, fiduciary, socioenvironmental and operational) to design sectoral operations according to the Bank's policies. - Technical Sector Dialogue and synergies: Lead policy dialogue in the technical areas under the purview of the Agriculture and Rural Development Division. Contribute to the sector dialogue with government and key partners, identifying potential areas of Bank support to further enrich the sector's sustainable development. Actively prospect opportunities for technical and/or financial collaboration with donors and other stakeholders, including concessional funding with other organizations. Promotes public-private initiatives, dialogues, networks, and coordination. - Economic and/or Sector Work & Development: Contribute to the preparation of sector and country strategies and policies, consistent with country needs and sustainable development objectives. Conduct sector-relevant analytic work to inform country dialogues, investment operations and technical assistance programs. - Knowledge Management and Dissemination: Optimally share and disseminate sector-relevant knowledge and best practices to enhance the relevance of the IDB to borrowing countries and the region. Build and maintain internal and external networks that facilitate knowledge sharing. - Team management. Identify and supervise technical and operational consultants that contribute to portfolio management and policy dialogue. The above listed activities will have to be conducted In coordination with Country Office Representative, Chief of Operations, fiduciary, environmental and social specialists, and other specialists from other Bank's divisions/units according to needs (e.g., climate change, biodiversity, disaster risk management, education, labor markets, financial markets, trade, water and sanitation). The sector specialist is also expected to work closely with IDB-Lab and IDB-Invest. What you'll need Education: Master's (or equivalent advanced degree) in agronomy, agriculture, sustainable rural development, econonomics, agricultural economics, natural resources management, or related fields. Experience: You must have a minimum of five years of relevant professional experience and will be required to demonstrate proven experience in the management and / or supervision of investment projects in agriculture and/or rural development, particularly in LAC countries. Experience with multilateral / multi-donor funding desirable. Experience in design, supervision, and implementation of multi-sectorial projects; in fostering strategic alliances with private sector; and in securing concessional funding to finance sustainable development projects will be positively valued. Language: Proficiency in English and in an additional official Bank language (Spanish, Portuguese, or French), spoken and written, is required. Requirements • Citizenship: You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries. We may offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your eligible dependents. • Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab. Type of contract and duration • Staff: - International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement. What we offer The IDB Group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employee's life. These benefits include: - A competitive compensation package. - Leaves and vacations: 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + gender- neutral parental leave. - Health Insurance: IDB Group provides employees and eligible dependents with a robust medical benefits program which covers medical, dental, vision, preventive care, and prescription drugs. - Pension plan: defined benefit pension plan that provides financial security and supports employees in planning for their future. - We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family, when it applies. - Hybrid and flexible work schedules. - Health and wellbeing: Access to our Health Services Center which provides preventive care and health education for employees. - Development support: We offer tools to boost your professional profile such as mentoring, 1:1 professional counseling, training, and learning opportunities, language classes, mobility options, among others. - Other benefits (country specific): Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, Spouse Career Program, and others. Our culture At the IDB, we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work while finding their purpose. Our people consistently strive for excellence, and we recognize and celebrate the impact of their contributions. In our efforts to drive innovation, we intentionally include all voices, cultivate a sense of belonging and champion fairness. We welcome individuals from underrepresented groups to join us and share their unique perspectives. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job interview process. If you require an accommodation to complete this application, please email us at accommodations@iadb.org. 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Organizational Setting The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is an international financial institution and a specialized United Nations agency dedicated to eradicating rural poverty and hunger. It does so by investing in rural people. IFAD finances programmes and projects that increase agricultural productivity and raise rural incomes, and advocates at the local, national and international level for policies that contribute to rural transformation. The Office of Technical Delivery is responsible for providing expert technical guidance to IFAD teams engaged in the design and implementation of projects and programmes to deliver the high technical quality investments that facilitate rural transformation, and which comply with IFAD's mandate and operational policies. The Office ensures IFAD applies and disseminates state of the art knowledge in its investments and evidence on strategic themes and encourages the innovative application of global knowledge and evidence in IFAD investments. This helps countries tackle complex development challenges in fostering inclusive and sustainable rural transformation including mainstreaming areas. The Office of Technical Delivery (OTD) is led by a Managing Director and is comprised of two (2) divisions: the Environment, Climate, Gender and Social Inclusion Division (ECG) and the Sustainable Production, Markets and Institutions Division (PMI). The Sustainable Production, Markets and Institutions Division (PMI) facilitates improved and efficient delivery of IFAD's corporate mandate, predominantly through the quality of the design and implementation of its policies, country strategies and projects. Key functions and activities of PMI include Quality Enhancement, Policy Engagement, Networking and Strategic Partnerships. PMIs' technical mandate covers a range of themes, all of which are key to deliver IFAD's strategic framework, including: agronomy, livestock, fisheries and aquaculture, markets and value chains, agriculture research for development (AR4D), ICT4D, inclusive rural finance (including PARM, INSURED and remittances), rural institutions and farmers organizations, rural infrastructure, water, land and natural resources management. PMI is led by a Divisional Director. Job Role The Regional Technical Specialist is a seasoned professional in a specialized thematic area; the incumbent reports either to a more senior Technical Specialist or to the divisional Director. At this level Technical Specialists independently analyse technical and policy problems of concern to IFAD, intergovernmental bodies, and national authorities and provide substantive technical input to the development of policies, technical strategies and proposals. The incumbent may work collaboratively with the thematic Technical Specialists, Country Directors and other staff to ensure consistency, cohesion and synergy in the application of technical advice and provision of programme development support. The Regional Technical Specialist (Fisheries & Aquaculture) serves as IFAD's technical expert in Fisheries & Aquaculture. The position supports country/regional programs by providing state-of-the-art technical advice throughout the project cycle (strategic and operational), as well as contributes to the corporate agenda, in the technical area of Fisheries & Aquaculture. Key Functions and Results 1.TECHNICAL ADVICE TO COUNTRY PROGRAMMES: Based on a planning exercise undertaken jointly between DCO and OTD, and working in close collaboration with the CDs/CPOs, the Regional Technical Specialist provides authoritative technical advice to selected country programmes across the designated region. The incumbent provides guidance and advice to PMI staff based in the region on technical, operational and corporate policies and procedures in the specialized area for the preparation of Results-based Country Strategic Opportunities Programmes (COSOP) and Country Strategy Notes (CSN). The incumbent serves as Technical Lead or contributes to Project Delivery teams (PDTs) for select project designs in the Region of particular complexity and/or strategic importance to which the incumbent is assigned, ensuring the overall technical quality of the assigned project design across technical specialized areas. This includes drafting terms of reference for technical team members, selecting and providing over-sight of qualified technical consultants, facilitating technical inputs from other IFAD staff and/or others (e.g. centers of excellence, research institutions), ensuring the technical quality of the project design report, leading select missions and ensuring that comments provided through corporate quality enhancement and assurance processes are adequately addressed. On the basis of the thematic expertise and skills in the specialized area, the incumbent also provides and/or coordinates targeted technical support and peer review to other select project designs in the respective Region. The incumbent also provides technical support in their thematic area for selected ongoing projects in the Region, with priority given to projects for which the incumbent was the technical lead or member of PDT during design, and/or projects requiring implementation support (e.g. projects-at-risk). This includes participation in or leading supervision, implementation support missions, as well as organizing and/or contributing to training and/or capacity building activities. The incumbent also provides technical inputs to selected project completion reports. 2. POLICY ENGAGEMENT AND PARTNERSHIPS: The Regional Technical Specialist develops and maintains a network of peer contacts and partners outside IFAD to keep abreast of recent developments and trends and facilitates brokering of partnerships in the specialized area to enhance the Fund's profile as a highly competent and viable development partner in the designated region to which the specialist is mapped. Specifically, on the basis of their thematic expertise and skills and working closely with the CDs/CPOs, the Lead Global Technical Specialists at headquarters, the Lead Regional Economists and the Technical Advisors on policy engagement in the AVP/DCO Front Office, the incumbent provides substantive policy analysis to develop technical position papers, internal briefing notes, case studies to facilitate shaping IFAD's perspective/position, based on evidence from IFAD's loans and grants. The incumbent represents IFAD in high-level technical policy fora that are of relevance for the region and the respective area requiring authoritative voice and knowledge. The incumbent develops and maintains strategic technical partnerships with relevant organizations, centres of excellence, research institutions, and thematic platforms that are relevant for the region. 3. KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT: The Regional Technical Specialist contributes to knowledge management in the designated region. The incumbent leads and contributes to the generation and dissemination of knowledge, good practices and innovations in their thematic area generated through loans and grants in the region. Based on business needs, the incumbent may be requested to provide technical support to other regions in areas of particular expertise to facilitate learning and knowledge sharing. The incumbent contributes to identify qualified technical consultants to be included in a corporate roster. The incumbent liaises closely with the Lead Global Technical Specialist at IFAD headquarters, as well as the CDs/RDs and/or South South Technical Cooperation and Knowledge Centres, and the Senior Regional Technical Specialists on relevant knowledge management initiatives and products, including contributing to communities of practice. The incumbent also develops and delivers tailor-made training modules and courses related to the area of expertise as required. 4. MONITORING, EVALUATION AND REPORTING: The Technical Specialist contributes to managing the monitoring, evaluation and reporting of technical activities and components of programs/projects in order to enhance country level programme and funding decisions based on accurate technical data. Accountabilities may include: - Developing monitoring and evaluation criteria for technical components of programmes and projects; - Implementing performance monitoring systems and new approaches to performance monitoring; and - Preparing analytical findings and reports for divisional and country-level decision making on project viability and sustainability. 5. CORPORATE ACTIVITIES: Working in close collaboration with the Global Technical Specialist at IFAD headquarters, the Regional Technical Specialist leads and contributes to corporate initiatives of relevance for the region and the respective specialized area as required, as well as contributing to the development of corporate operational policies, approaches and strategies. The incumbent also provides substantive inputs to corporate events and technical management briefs as required. 6. MANAGERIAL FUNCTIONS: The Regional Technical Specialist is accountable for integrity, transparency, and equity in the management of IFAD resources. This includes, among others, people management through support to recruitment of technical specialists and technical leadership/capacity development, coaching and mentoring of new and/or more junior staff, supervisory role and evaluation of performance of professionals and general service staff under their purview. 7. TECHNICAL ADVICE TO COUNTRY PROGRAMMES: The Regional Technical Specialist (Fisheries & Aquaculture) working in close collaboration with the CDs and CPOs, technical experts from PMI and other relevant divisions, provides technically authoritative advice to selected country programmes primarily in the selected region to improve the capacity of IFAD to position itself as an influential player in the area of Fisheries & Aquaculture and sustainable production. Accountabilities may include: - Providing Fisheries and Aquaculture expertise in the identification, elaboration and assessment, in accordance with existing organization guidelines, technical opportunities, proposals and feasibility studies for development investment projects and programmes and supporting and overseeing their execution; - Participating in country programme, management teams and providing technical, analytical inputs to IFAD country strategic opportunity programmes (COSOPs) and Country Strategic Notes (CSNs), project designs as well as to other policy documents related to rural development and poverty reduction; - Participating in project missions as necessary and pilot methods of analysis for IFAD projects - Develop and/or review proposals for small and large grants in Fisheries and Aquacutlure applications for rural transformation and food security - Preparation of project designs to ensure Fisheries & Aquaculture options are considered in the context of sustainable food systems - Organizing and/or contributing to training and/or capacity building activities related to Fisheries & Aquaculture - Promote inclusion of climate resilient, and nutrition sensitive technologies in ongoing projects, promotion of public-private-partnerships and innovative financing and management models in Fisheries & Aquaculture Key Performance Indicators Assignments require the provision of seasoned technical expertise and input for the full programme/project cycle as well as in knowledge sharing with peers and counterparts. The work goes beyond technical analysis and synthesis to include substantive inputs to project methodology design and implementation, knowledge sharing among peers and counterparts to enhance cooperation, complementarity and synergy and reporting on lessons learned and best practices. The work is considered moderately complex requiring in-depth technical analysis and reporting. Typically operating as a technical specialist at the country or regional levels, the Regional Technical Specialist's work may be reviewed for technical accuracy, but more typically is reviewed for achieving the established work plan. The Regional Technical Specialist (Fisheries & Aquaculture)'s assignments require the provision of specialized technical expertise and input for programs, projects and initiatives related to Fisheries & Aquaculture. The impact of work by the incumbent directly affects country programmes and contributes to regional and corporate policy and strategy. The impact on the overall IFAD country and regional programmes is significant in projecting the Fund's role/capacity as a reliable, viable partner in development. The Regional Technical Specialist (Fisheries & Aquaculture) also selects and provides oversight of external consultants, participates as an expert in field missions and in the servicing of intergovernmental and expert group meetings of a technical nature. Working Relationships The work relationships of Regional Technical Specialists involve the provision of technical advice for policy, projects and strategy development, resource mobilization, and the negotiation and resolution of problems that arise in mission planning, technical project design, appraisal or the preparation of studies and reports. The incumbent typically professional latitude in contacts in their field(s), providing technical leadership and methodological guidance to management, CDs/Head MCOs, national governments, development partners and other country programme staff in the technical area of specialization. The Regional Technical Specialist (Fisheries & Aquaculture) serves as an expert in Fisheries & Aquaculture and works in the provision of technical expertise and methodological guidance at the country level, as well as regionally as required. Contacts are with counterparts and senior officials within other United Nations organizations having related programmes and with officials of governments, non-governmental and intergovernmental organizations, research institutes and academia. In servicing intergovernmental bodies, expert groups and other meetings, the Regional Technical Specialist (Fisheries & Aquaculture) provides technical expertise and recommendations for policy formulation and official conclusions in a consultative and Specialist capacity; the incumbent also may provide information regarding the organization's policies, and act as the representative of the organization. Contacts are maintained to identify and evaluate emerging developments. Job Profile Requirements Organizational Competencies: Level 1: - Building relationships and partnerships - Builds and maintains effective working relationships - Communicating and negotiating - Communicates effectively; creates understanding between self and others - Demonstrating leadership - Personal leadership and attitude to change - Focusing on clients - Focuses on clients - Learning, sharing knowledge and innovating - Continuously seeks to learn, shares knowledge & innovates - Managing performance and developing staff - Managing time, resources and information - Manages own time, information and resources effectively - Problem-solving and decision-making - Demonstrates sound problem-solving and decision-making ability - Strategic thinking and organizational development - Personal influence - Team working - Contributes effectively to the team Education: - Level - Advanced university degree from an accredited institution in a technically relevant area. - Degree must be an accredited institution listed on [https://www.whed.net/home.php](https://www.whed.net/home.php.) - Areas - Fisheries, Aquaculture, Marine Science, Aquatic Science or related fields (*) Note: For internal candidates, this requirement will be assessed in line with the provisions set forth in the IFAD's Human Resources Implementing Procedures. Experience: - At least five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in, and demonstrated understanding of, development initiatives in the field of Fisheries & Aquaculture, particularly in the formulation of technical guidance and input to agriculture and rural development programmes. - Two (2) years in a multi-cultural organization or national organization providing support on a global scope. - Demonstration of technical skills in Fisheries & Aquaculture applied to the design and coordination of rural development projects and interventions and identification of innovative solutions to emerging issues. - Ability to share technical guidance / knowledge at the governmental and peer levels as well as to inspire more junior specialists and programme staff in the development of viable programme activities. - Familiarity with application of IFIs safeguards to manage the social, climate and environmental effects of Fisheries & Aquaculture projects and experience in dealing with private sector are strong assets. - Experience in international policy frameworks related to global environment, natural resource management and rural development is an asset. Languages: - Required: English (4 - Excellent) - Desirable: Knowledge of another UN language: French, Spanish, Arabic - Position-specific requirement: good drafting skills in English Skills: - Advocacy: Ability to leverage IFAD knowledge and/or communication materials to maintain and promote constructive dialogue around IFAD`s vision and strategic priorities to external actors - Evidence-based policy: Know-how in the formulation of concrete and actionable policy recommendations based on hard evidence (going beyond simple data interpretation) - Risk management (e.g. reputational): Identification and assessment of potential liabilities and risks in IFAD's activities, particularly vis-à-vis third parties; ability to handle risks via contingency and mitigation strategies - Stakeholder management: Strong alignment capabilities and consultation skills, building on effective interactions and relationships with different stakeholders (e.g. for the co-creation of communication material with member states) and ability to build and maintain a strong network (e.g. with journalists, media outlets, etc.) - Strategy implementation: Ability to lead and manage the development and implementation of medium to longer-term strategies for IFAD / for respective divisions - Adaptability: Adaptability and flexibility when facing new or unexpected situations, and to specific constraints and circumstances and managing complex processes - Confidentiality & Discretion: Establishes self and division as trusted advisor to internal stakeholders by maintaining high level of discretion and confidentiality in assignments; demonstrates sound judgement when dealing with sensitive and/or confidential matters; drives good governance and is a "Culture Carrier" demonstrating IFAD institutional conscience through his/her work. - Corporate approach: Ability to bring in corporate vision and priorities into one's area of work (e.g. budgeting going beyond simple budgetary considerations, taking into account strategic priorities) - Interpersonal skills: Ability to deal patiently and tactfully with others (e.g. visitors, clients, callers, etc.), including senior individuals (e.g. high-level meeting participants) - Problem solving: Strong systemic and structured thinking, ability to identify and dissect problems into components and formulate a comprehensive set of creative viable and sustainable solutions and strategies - Specialized communication skills: Ability to negotiate on behalf of IFAD and drive for creative and pragmatic solutions in complex negotiations with key partners, both public and private sector - Synthesis: Outstanding ability to synthesize and simplify complex technical information for a variety of (non-technical) audiences - Verbal communication: Clear, succinct and convincing verbal communication; highly professional, balanced and diplomatic language - Written communication: Clear, succinct and convincing written communication in the language needed for specific role; highly professional, balanced and diplomatic language (e.g. for drafting of position papers, briefings, etc.) - Social & Environmental Safeguards: Know-how in Social & Environmental complianc as specified in the IFAD's Social, Environmental and Climate Assessment Procedures (SECAP) - Cross-cutting themes - Environment & climate change: Expertise specific to the environment and climate change cross-cutting theme (e.g. climate and environmental policy, biodiversity, agroecology) - Cross-cutting themes - Gender and social inclusion: Expertise specific to gender and social inclusion cross-cutting theme (e.g. youth, targeting strategies) - Cross-cutting themes - Nutrition: Expertise specific to nutrition cross-cutting theme (e.g. food systems) - Project/Programme mgmt (incl. coordination, design, development): Know-how in Project design and evaluation Other Information Applicants should note that IFAD staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the President of IFAD. In accordance with IFAD's Human Resources Policy, the President can decide to assign them to any of the activities of the Fund. All International Professional staff members are required to be geographically mobile and positions in the professional category are subject to changes in location at any time in line with strategic priorities and reform initiatives in IFAD. In the interest of making most cost-effective use of funds and resources, we are only able to respond to applicants who are short-listed for interview. Candidates who do not receive any feedback within three months should consider their application unsuccessful. Candidates may be required to take a written test and to deliver a presentation as well as participate in interviews. IFAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic, social or political background, colour, nationality, religion, age, gender, disability, marital status, family size or sexual orientation. 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Grade: IS-5 Deadline: 14 May 2025 (11:59 PM KST) Job Category: International Salary: USD 145,000 (plus attractive benefits, that include the following allowances (as applicable)): Relocation, dependency, housing, education assistance and home country travel. Introduction The Green Climate Fund is the world's largest dedicated multilateral climate fund and invests in impactful, innovative, catalytic programs and projects in developing countries across the globe. The GCF has a portfolio of 297 projects across 133 countries, with a total commitment of USD 16.6 billion to date. In 2023, an additional USD 12.8 billion was pledged, to support our new strategic and programming cycle from 2024-2027; our ambition is to grow to become at least a USD 50 billion fund by 2030. Rooted in the core objectives of impact and efficiency, access and a focus on the most vulnerable, and mobilizing a much higher scale of public and private sector financial flows for climate action we have an unparalleled scale of resources, which, together with our risk appetite and flexibility allows us to bring together different partners and stakeholders in innovative partnerships for profound impact. GCF is seeking a top-tier individual with a demonstrable track record of harnessing experience, energy and networks to tackle complex global climate change challenges. You will be committed to making a positive, measurable difference through a mission-driven role, and thrive in a fast-paced, diverse environment. You will be able to quickly scan and analyze complex, competing issues and lead significant sized teams to find solutions in evolving contexts, across multiple geographic locations. You will be a nurturer of people: recognizing and growing the talent around you, exemplifying values of transparency, respect and innovation. You will be committed to learning, knowledge-sharing, convening and communicating with partners to work together to ideate, develop and implement climate action initiatives that make a profound difference to people and planet. You will join a team of talented, committed individuals representing almost 80 nationalities contributing skills and experience from academic, scientific, private, government and nonprofit backgrounds. Together, we work with governments, communities and civil society, technical agencies, and the private sector across the world. Interested in more information? Learn about working for GCF: https://www.greenclimate.fund/about/careers View current vacancies: https://jobs.greenclimate.fund/ About the Green Climate Fund (GCF) Set up in 2010 by the 194 countries who are Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), GCF takes its responsibility as the world's largest dedicated multilateral climate fund to heart. GCF funds transformative climate projects across the developing world, supporting countries in their responses and actions to tackle climate change while fostering sustainable development within their communities. Our country-driven approach ensures that our actions are tailored to the unique circumstances and national aspirations of each nation we support. Besides channeling public and private sector investment through a broad range of financing instruments, GCF builds the capacity of developing countries to take climate action through an extensive Readiness Programme ensuring countries are increasingly well-equipped and financed to manage their climate futures. Headquartered in the Republic of Korea, GCF operates with a diverse and talented workforce of over 300 people. Position Objective The Senior Agriculture, Food Security and Ecosystems Specialist, reporting to a Sub-Regional Head, is responsible for the expansion and evolution of GCF's Agriculture, Food Security and Ecosystems portfolio and pipeline, aligned with wider organization policies, particularly in the Eastern Europe, Central Asia and Middle East region but also beyond across GCF. S/he is also responsible for coordinating GCF's engagement with a number of countries within the region. Working closely with accredited entities, with a strategic focus on national ones, national designated authorities and other internal/external stakeholders, the Senior Specialist leads on project origination for the pipeline, manages the review of the funding proposals, supports the improvement of the projects under review, and provides technical oversight of the portfolio of investments in low emissions and climate resilient Agriculture and Food Security as well as in the area of Ecosystems. Purpose - Lead the secretariat assessment of funding proposals by working closely with accredited entities and coordinating the interdivisional review; - Lead the development of guidelines and tools, and support the development of strategy and policies related to this sector; and - Promote innovative investment models in Agriculture, Food Security and Ecosystems to address climate change mitigation and adaptation. Engagement - Engage countries and partners to promote effective use of readiness funds supporting country to access climate finance; - Engage countries and partners to advocate Agriculture, Food Security and Ecosystems based planning, implementation approaches, and relevant technologies, responding to country needs with the perspective of investment pipeline development; - Engage and advocate towards the development of transformative projects and programmes in the sector that respond to the identified needs and priorities of countries; and - Act as country coordinator for a number of countries with the region and coordinate and negotiate with relevant external stakeholders as they access the Fund's resources. Delivery - Lead on and oversee the origination of Agriculture, Food Security and Ecosystems investments as well as monitoring and portfolio management of project and programme implementation; - Lead the development of lessons learned papers and provide technical support to knowledge management activities; and - Contribute to corporate and team activities and managing consultants, interns, and other GCF staff as necessary. Requirements (Education, experience, technical competencies required of the job) - Master's degree in agricultural development, environmental science or engineering, natural resources management or other relevant fields; OR a Bachelor's degree in similar fields with an additional two years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the Master's degree requirement. - 11 years or more experience in project origination, development, management and financing with specific emphasis on low emission and climate resilient Agriculture and Food Security and/or Ecosystems based programming; - Substantive experience in developing and implementing low emissions and climate resilient Agriculture, Food Security and Ecosystems investments in developing countries settings; - Strong knowledge of the financial structures and investment models that are suitable for climate resilient Agriculture and Food Security and/or Ecosystems based investments; - Relevant experience in climate finance operations and management, ideally from a development finance institution (e.g. MDBs, regional or national development banks); and some knowledge of the UNFCCC framework; - Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills, with ability to interact with multiple internal/external stakeholders and at different levels; and - Fluency in English with knowledge of Russian and/or Arabic is an advantage. The closing date for application is 14 May 2025. Applications submitted after the deadline may not be considered. *The person assessed by the Selection Panel as most suitable for the position will be proposed for appointment. Selection among short-listed candidates will also take into account performance at interview, appropriate testing, and references. Applications from women and nationals of developing countries are strongly encouraged to apply. ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information: Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. 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