Overview
The Environmental Specialist will strengthen capacity for organizing AMCEN sessions and supporting country-level implementation of environmental priorities in Africa.
Tasks Summary
- Prepare a comprehensive Green Climate Fund (GCF) Readiness proposal for UNEP ROA.
- Develop Adaptation Fund project concepts and proposals.
- Support UNEP ROA’s engagement with the UN Development System, focusing on Francophone and Lusophone African countries.
- Provide technical and coordination support for the implementation of the Joint Programme in Boa Vista, Cabo Verde.
Experience Requirements
- At least 7 years of relevant professional experience in environmental programmes, climate finance, or sustainable development, preferably in Africa is required.
- Demonstrated experience in preparing funding proposals for international climate and environmental funds, particularly the GCF and/or Adaptation Fund is required.
- Strong knowledge of the UN Development System, including the RC system and UN Country Teams is required.
- Proven experience in regional and/or country-level programme development and partnership building is required.
- Familiarity with AMCEN, African regional processes, and environmental governance is desirable.
- Experience working in Francophone and/or Lusophone African contexts is highly desirable.
- Excellent analytical, drafting, and communication skills is desirable.
Qualification Requirements
Advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in environmental studies, climate change, sustainable development, international relations, economics, or a related field.