Date: 31 March 2023
Grade: IS-6
Deadline: 30 April 2023 (11:59 PM KST)
Job Category: International
Salary: USD 167,025 net (plus attractive benefits, that include the following allowances (as appliable): Relocation, dependency, education assistance and home country travel)

Introduction
The mission of the Green Climate Fund is to assist developing countries to respond to climate change while bringing prosperity to their people.
Established in 2010, the GCF invests in transformational climate projects in the developing world. The Fund makes an ambitious contribution to global climate action and channels significant financial resources into developing countries to help build low-emission and climate-resilient societies. It is country-driven and undertakes actions that reflect the circumstances of each country concerned and its national aspirations. The GCF is a key enabler of the 2015 Paris Agreement on Climate Change.

Since its establishment, the GCF has approved 209 projects in 123 countries and has committed USD 11.4 billion in climate finance. In addition, it has built up an extensive program to support developing countries to identify their needs, in particular, those who are most vulnerable to climate change impacts.

The GCF’s diverse workforce is advancing its mission from its headquarters in South Korea. Our talented staff makes unique contributions to the Fund, enriching the institution through their combined expertise and professional commitment.
 

Position Objective
The Policy Development Lead, reporting to the Head of Policy and Strategy, will provide authoritative policy advice and leadership in working with subject-matter leads on the development of new policies and policy reviews for consideration by the GCF Board. S/he will manage the Secretariat policy cycle, bringing expertise in policy development practice, and forging collaborations with key internal and Board stakeholders, to quality assure policy proposals across a range of subject matters and ensure these are operationally fit-for-purpose, advance GCF corporate and strategic priorities, are coherent, implementable and persuasively drafted and presented. S/he will be an analytical and strategic thinker, strong collaborator and communicator, with excellent drafting skills, sound political judgment and the ability to effectively negotiate outcomes. S/he may also serve as deputy for the Head of Policy and Strategy as needed.

Purpose

• Shape new policy proposals for consideration by the GCF Board, working hand-in-hand with subject matter leads, to define or update GCF strategies, programmes, processes and/or operational modalities to enhance the Fund’s performance
• Identify opportunities to improve the coherence and impact of GCF policies through periodic reviews and updates, integrating lessons from IEU evaluations, internal audits, risk control assessments, learning loops and operational experience
• Evolve the GCF policy cycle as needed to reflect experience and lessons learned from policy development and implementation practice

Engagement

• Steer collaboration across Secretariat units and senior management, and with the Independent Units, to ensure robust stress testing and socialization of policy proposals, with thorough impact assessment and implementation planning
• Engage with the GCF Board, working hand-in-hand with subject matter leads and the Office of Governance Affairs, to build understanding of policy proposals and advance negotiations toward gaining consensus support for policy approval
• Cultivate policy best practice through fostering relationships with peer organizations to draw on the latest knowledge and approaches

Delivery

• Manage the Secretariat policy cycle, working closely with the Head of Policy and Strategy as Chair of the CPC, to deliver the suite of policy items on the Board work plan in line with the standards set out in the Secretariat Policy Manual. This may include drafting or editing specific policy documents as required. 
• Lead efforts to develop a more consistent policy taxonomy, templates and policy development and implementation standards across the GCF
• Drive improvement in systems, processes and knowledge resources related to policy development and implementation, including leading periodic updates of the Secretariat Policy Manual as needed

Requirements (Education, experience, technical competencies required of the job)

• Masters or higher-level degree in law, international relations, economics or another relevant field; or Bachelors degree plus 2 additional years of experience;
• 13 years or more relevant experience including in policy and/or strategy development and implementation, with preference of experience in government or international organizations;
• Excellent analytical skills, problem solving skills and political judgment: ability to analyze complex problems, synthesize differing stakeholder perspectives and propose astute solutions
• Exceptional drafting, communication and negotiation skills: ability to communicate on complex issues clearly and persuasively in both written and verbal form, and facilitate negotiation of outcomes
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with high level of attention to detail, evidence-based approach to decision-making, and ability to multi-task and deliver under pressure
• Proven ability to collaborate across diverse stakeholder groups, agendas and perspectives and drive collective delivery of outcomes
• Experience in UNFCCC negotiations or similar multilateral setting highly desirable
• Desire to make a difference in contributing to the mission of the world’s largest dedicated climate change fund
• Fluency in English is essential; knowledge of another United Nations language is an advantage
   

The closing date for application is 30 April 2023. 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.