Position Objective
GCF is recruiting four Regional Heads, each of which will lead programming in either Africa; Latin America and the Caribbean; Asia and the Pacific; or Eastern Europe, Central Asia and the Middle East.  

The Regional Heads, reporting to a Regional Director, is a highly strategic and impactful management role at GCF. S/he is responsible for leading country dialogue and engagement, including support to countries in developing country programmes/programmatic initiatives which bring multiple financial institutions together. S/he is also responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and monitoring of GCF projects and programmes alongside the national designated authorities and accredited entities in the countries of the respective region, ensuring alignment with country needs while delivering expected climate impact and results. The Regional Heads develop and fosters relationships with country and regional level stakeholders and oversees the team of professionals working across the investment cycle from ideation/origination, appraisal to execution. S/he works closely with the Private Sector department on the origination and appraisal of national or private sector projects/programmes.  

Engagement 

• Operates as the face of GCF in the designated region. The primary responsibilities involve working with his/her team to identify country and regional needs and opportunities for climate finance, building and managing relationships with critical stakeholders, and overseeing the country engagement, portfolio origination and execution of GCF investments in close coordination with national designated authorities and accredited entities. 
• Executes GCF’s investment strategy for the region, driving investment activities that align with programmatic priorities and with GCF’s strategies and policies. 
• Ensures the advancement of country-led programming ambitions aligned with key priorities in national strategies, engaging with relevant partners and utilizing, as appropriate, Readiness and Preparatory Support and Project Preparation Facility resources.  
• Mobilizes accredited entities and delivery partners to align with country-led climate change priorities in the context of GCF financing. 
• Represents GCF in relevant events to enhance GCF outreach to recipient countries and regions. 
• Represents GCF in the region and countries, communicating its mission, objectives, and activities to various stakeholders advocating for sound climate policies and practices within the government, civil society, and private sector. 
• Promotes transparency and accountability in all GCF activities in the region. 

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Regional Heads (multiple regions) (greenclimate.fund)

• Master’s or higher-level degree or its equivalent; 
• At least 15 years or more experience including at a management level in financial institutions or development organizations working in developing countries; experience in international financial institutions would be an advantage.  

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

• Deep operational expertise in project finance and investment from origination to implementation; 
• Broad knowledge of climate change and climate finance operations; 
• Proven track record of accomplishment in integrated climate or development finance covering some or all of country engagement, origination, project processing, and portfolio implementation and management;  
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to develop and manage relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders and partners, including other units in GCF, government entities, private businesses, investors, NGOs, and international organizations; 
• Understanding of international climate organizations and their programming work is an advantage; 

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Regional Heads (multiple regions) (greenclimate.fund)

Grade: IS - 7

Salary:  USD 198,000 (plus attractive benefits, that include the following allowances (as applicable): Relocation, dependency, housing, education assistance and home country travel.

Regional Director (2 positions) (greenclimate.fund)

The closing date for application is 28 March 2024. 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 to apply.