SENIOR ASSOCIATE, KGNDF SECRETARIAT

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INTRODUCTION TO GGGI

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page. 

Within GGGI, the Investment and Policy Solutions Division (IPSD) delivers strategic and technical support through Global Practices (GPs) and Communities of Practice (CoPs) across GGGI's programmatic priorities. One of IPSD’s key workstreams is the Korea Green New Deal Trust Fund (KGNDF), a funding mechanism administered by GGGI to support projects aligned with global climate and sustainable development goals.

The KGNDF Secretariat is a dedicated team supporting the Fund’s operational and strategic delivery. It is responsible for risk oversight, visibility and outreach, stakeholder coordination, and ensuring the efficient implementation of KGNDF-funded initiatives. The Secretariat works across functions to maintain donor confidence, support project execution, and communicate the Fund's impact.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Associate, KGNDF Secretariat plays a key role in advancing the strategic and operational objectives of the Korea Green New Deal Trust Fund (KGNDF). Reporting to the Director of Financial Collaboration, Outreach, and Management, the position supports the Fund’s mission to drive transformative green transitions through environmentally sustainable, socially inclusive, and economically viable projects.

The role is responsible for day-to-day implementation and coordination across the KGNDF portfolio, including project selection, stakeholder engagement, communications, and project monitoring. It also ensures cross-functional collaboration to maintain portfolio visibility, operational efficiency, and alignment with donor priorities and GGGI’s strategic direction.

PURPOSE 

The Senior Associate contributes to maximizing the impact and operational performance of the KGNDF by:

• Providing timely and effective administrative and logistical support to the KGNDF portfolio and Secretariat activities, including travel, procurement, and meeting coordination.
• Supporting the regular monitoring and review of KGNDF-funded projects to ensure implementation progress, address challenges, and prepare updates for internal and external stakeholders.
• Facilitating structured donor communications and reporting to maintain transparency and engagement.

 ENGAGEMENT

The Senior Associate, KGNDF Secretariat will: 

• Collaborate closely with internal units in GGGI to ensure alignment in the implementation of the KGNDF projects with organizational standards, thematic focus, and strategic objectives.
• Work collaboratively with donor counterparts, maintaining transparent, systemic communication to foster trust, establish confidence, and address changing priorities or concerns.
• Coordinate with external partners, including government departments, development partners, and implementing organizations, to facilitate delivery of projects, sharing of knowledge, and showcase of KGNDF-financed projects.
• Support advocacy and fundraising activities through lending support to communication initiatives and strategies touting the Fund's impact, such that messaging cohesion is achieved between digital channels, publications, and events.
• Enable cross-functional coordination between the Secretariat and broader GGGI teams, as well as information sharing, collective problem-solving, and continuous improvement culture.
• Ensure that logistical and administrative arrangements (e.g., meetings, travel, procurement) are well-coordinated to support effective stakeholder engagement and smooth collaboration among partners.
• Work closely with stakeholders to track project progress, addressing challenges collaboratively while offering timely updates that reinforce partnership trust. 

DELIVERY

The Senior Associate will deliver:

1. Project Performance Monitoring and Management

• Timely identification and project progress and achievement through regular performance assessments.
• Documented reviews and recommendations shared with relevant teams for continuous portfolio improvement.

2. Communication of Key Achievements

• At least one flagship publication annually showcasing KGNDF's impact, with measurable outcomes and replicable solutions.
• A regularly maintained KGNDF website with up-to-date project information, progress stories, and knowledge products.
• Successful delivery of the annual internal event, engaging GGGI staff and highlighting fund milestones.

3. Partnership with Stakeholders

• Annual progress report and periodic donor updates prepared and shared, reflecting financial health and portfolio performance.
• At least one stakeholder engagement event per year (e.g., workshop or conference) organized and documented.
• Strengthened donor and partner relations evidenced by increased collaboration or co-funding opportunities.

4. Administrative Support

• Well-coordinated travel, meetings, and procurement logistics ensuring smooth implementation of KGNDF activities.
• Calendar and task management support to Director and Manager, facilitating timely decision-making and follow-up.
• Organized documentation of all administrative processes, contributing to internal efficiency and audit-readiness.

REQUIRMENTS 

QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor’s degree in relevant fields such as international relations, political science, sustainable development, international business or others.
• At least 4-5 years of work experience in a program assistance function or similar support role.
• At least 1 year of experience working in any international organization, NGO, philanthropic organization, etc.
• Proficiency in English; Korean proficiency is preferred.

FUNCTIONAL

• Strong understanding of green growth, sustainability, and climate finance frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage risks, evaluate projects, and ensure compliance with donor requirements.
• Familiarity with intergovernmental processes and financial collaboration.
• Experience in working with government agencies and multilateral organizations.
• Experience in managing portfolios from government or public entities.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and producing knowledge products.
• Demonstrated experience working in developing countries on climate and development issues.
• Ability to efficiently manage a large number of activities simultaneously and to navigate through complex environments. 

CORPORATE

• Proven ability to independently plan, manage and complete tasks that deliver quality outputs in a timely and inclusive manner.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver products or presentations that are concise, easy to understand and influential.
• Track record of engaging effectively to secure buy in, underpinned by strong listening, trust building, influencing, facilitation and negotiation skills.
• Capacity to be selfless team member, to operate across organizational boundaries, and maintain a resilient, positive and results-focused mindset in a dynamic environment.
• Promotes an organizational culture of trust, transparency, the optimum use of public resources, respect and partnership. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is at the X7 national grade level in GGGI’s salary scale.  For X7 Korean national grade the base salary starts from USD 58,452. Determination of base salary is subject to the candidate’s experience, academic background, and internal equity. GGGI provides 15% of the base salary towards retirement plan/long term savings, 27 days of annual leave, and private health insurance that covers dental and vision. 

GGGI is committed to providing a work environment that is sufficiently flexible to accommodate diverse life-cycle challenges and assist Staff members to achieve a better balance between work and personal/family commitments, thus ensuring high performance, long-term productivity, and well-being of Staff members.

HOW TO APPLY

• Please submit CV and Cover Letter in English
• Given the high volume of applications, GGGI can unfortunately only contact candidates with whom we intend to have further discussions
• For more information on GGGI, please visit our website at www.gggi.org.