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NDC Partnership Climate Finance Specialist (Technical Specialist – Environmental)

NDC Partnership Climate Finance Specialist (Technical Specialist – Environmental)

Position: NDC Partnership Climate Finance Specialist (Technical Specialist – Environmental)
Job Categories: Partnerships, Environment
Vacancy Code: VA/2024/B5002/27768
Department/Office: GPO, GVA, Water, Environment & Climate (WEC)
Duty Station: Home based
Contract Type: Local ICA Specialist
Contract Level: LICA Specialist-10
Duration: 12 months, max 220 days, with possibility of extension depending on performance and on availability of funds
Application Period: 20-Mar-2024 to 17-Apr-2024

Background Information – Job-specific:

WEC Background:
The Water, Environment, and Climate (WEC) portfolio, part of the UNOPS Global Portfolio Office, is headquartered in Vienna, with global offices. Over the last 15 years, WEC has effectively managed a portfolio of over 500 million USD, supporting key initiatives in fund management, project implementation, and administrative support. WEC operationalizes partners’ agendas with global, regional, and country-specific activities focused on climate action, environmental protection, and conservation.

The NDC Partnership:
The NDC Partnership is a global coalition driving transformational climate action through sustainable development. It accelerates Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) implementation and enhances ambition over time, supporting the goals of the Paris Agreement and the 2030 Agenda. UNOPS supports the NDC Partnership and its Support Unit through WEC.

Country Context – Cambodia:
Cambodia joined the NDC Partnership in 2019. Its updated NDC aims to decrease emissions by 41.7 percent from the business-as-usual scenario by 2030, with a focus on the Forest and Land Use Sector (FOLU) and other sectors like energy, agriculture, industry, and waste. UNOPS supports Cambodia’s NDC implementation through coordination, resource mobilization, and other activities.

Functional Responsibilities:

• Provide technical expertise in climate finance, particularly related to environmental aspects, to support NDC implementation in Cambodia.
• Support coordination and resource mobilization efforts for NDC implementation, working closely with government counterparts and partner organizations.
• Analyze and assess financial mechanisms and instruments for climate finance, identifying opportunities for scaling up investments in climate action.
• Provide guidance on integrating climate considerations into development planning and investment decision-making processes.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of climate finance initiatives, providing recommendations for improvement and optimization.

Competencies:

• Develops and implements sustainable business strategies.
• Thinks long-term and executes plans effectively.
• Demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior.

Education/Experience/Language Requirements:

• Education: Advanced degree (Masters or higher) in business, finance, environmental management, climate change, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in climate finance, environmental finance, or related areas.
• Language: Proficiency in English is required.

Contract Type, Level, and Duration:

• Contract type: ICA / ICS 10 retainer
• Contract level: Local ICA 10
• Contract duration: 12 months, max 220 days, with possibility of extension

Additional Information:

Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes. Applicants must apply through official channels during the specified application period.

Note: This is a condensed version of the job posting, focusing on key details and responsibilities.

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