Liaison Officer for Niger

The GCF Liaison Officer acts as the primary liaison between the GCF Secretariat and Niger, supporting the NDA or relevant agency in climate action matters. The role involves coordination with stakeholders, capacity building, facilitating climate finance access, and supporting project development and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Engage/assist the NDA in co-developing draft TOR for readiness support in close coordination with the GCF Secretariat
• Assist the NDA to facilitate stakeholder engagement through transparent and effective communication with relevant country stakeholders
• Assist in completing the Financial Management Capacity Assessment (FMCA) form if required
• Support the NDA with adaptive management requests as required
• Contribute to midterm reviews of readiness activities and provide input for adjusting initial TORs as needed
• Contribute to capacity-building by imparting skills and knowledge to the NDA and relevant stakeholders
• Provide advice, guidance and clarifications to the NDA, accredited entities, and other stakeholders on GCF policies, procedures and instruments
• Assist the NDA in the development of project ideas, concept notes and funding proposals for the public and private sector
• Facilitate stakeholder discussions to gather necessary information throughout the project cycle stages
• Support the coordination of No Objection Letter processes in country
• Maintain regular communication with accredited entities to report to the GCF Secretariat and help resolve issues during implementation
• Support the NDA and relevant agencies with the preparation of country portfolio results reporting
• Assist the NDA in the organization of relevant events to showcase GCF results

Requirements

• University level degree in climate change/environmental science, climate economics/finance, engineering, project finance or a closely related discipline
• At least eight years of experience in the public and/or private sector with a demonstrated focus on climate investment and financing initiatives for climate change mitigation and adaptation
• Proven experience in institutional strengthening and capacity-building within developing economies, demonstrating the ability to enhance stakeholders' capabilities in addressing climate change and creating enabling environments for climate investment
• At least five years of experience in successfully developing climate change investment proposals, showcasing expertise in crafting compelling and impactful funding applications, including monitoring and evaluation of climate change initiatives
• Experience in addressing climate change issues in Niger, providing a deep understanding of the local context and challenges
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and engage with multiple stakeholders, reflecting strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster cooperation among diverse groups
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, complemented by outstanding presentation abilities, enabling effective dissemination of information and ideas to diverse audiences
• Familiarity with the GCF, including operational mechanisms and funding modalities will be an asset
• Fluency in English is required, and proficiency in the official language(s) of Niger, or other United Nations languages, is highly desirable
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and adaptability
• Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to ethical standards, including integrity, transparency and accountability in all professional activities

Skills

• Climate Investment Planning
• Climate Finance
• Project Financing
• Climate Change Mitigation
• Climate Change Adaptation
• Institutional Strengthening
• Capacity Building
• Climate Change Investment Proposals
• Monitoring and Evaluation
• Stakeholder Coordination
• Climate Change Expertise Niger
• Communications Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Green Climate Fund Familiarity
• Adaptability in Multicultural Environment
• Ethics Compliance

Languages

English, French