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Join ICLEI – an international network committed to sustainable development - as an Officer in Resilient Development making a tangible impact on urban adaptation finance.
Overview
Salary
£42917.4 - £42917
Location
Bonn, Germany - Hybrid
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Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
Join ICLEI, a global network of over 2,500 local and regional governments focused on sustainable urban development, working to influence policy and nurture low-emission, nature-based, equitable, resilient, and circular development. Working with ICLEI means becoming part of a multicultural, international team, working globally.
Role Summary
- Join the ICLEI World Secretariat team based in Bonn, Germany as an Officer in Resilient Development.
- The role focuses on coordinating, reporting, and delivering the 'Urban Adaptation Finance Facility' project across cities in Latin America and the Caribbean.
- The work involves collaborating with consultants, regional offices, and government counterparts, and oversight of all project aspects.
Role Requirements
- The role requires a Master's degree in a related field and at least 5 years of experience in development or climate finance.
- Proficiency in English and Portuguese is essential, as is ability to organize capacity-building events and familiarity with digital collaboration tools.
Application Process Details
- Interested candidates are asked to send their applications via email to careers (dot) bonn (at) iclei (dot) org.
- Applications must include a letter of motivation, a CV in a single PDF file and indicate earliest possible start date and legal right to work in Germany.
ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability is a global network of over 2,500 local and regional governments committed to sustainable urban development. We influence sustainability policy and drive local action for low-emission, nature-based, equitable, resilient, and circular development. Our team works in a multicultural, international environment with colleagues and partners globally.
The role: As an Officer, Resilient Development, you will join the international ICLEI World Secretariat team based in Bonn, Germany. You will be part of the Resilient Development Team, focusing on the coordination, reporting, and delivery of the 'Urban Adaptation Finance Facility' project across cities in Latin America and the Caribbean. This includes coordinating activities with consultants, regional offices, and government counterparts, supporting project preparation from concept to funding approval, and integrating various considerations into project activities to enhance bankability and alignment with climate finance.
Job requirements: The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in a relevant field such as economics, finance, public policy, or environmental studies, and at least 5 years of experience in development finance or climate finance. Proficiency in English and Portuguese is required. Experience in organizing capacity-building events and familiarity with digital collaboration tools is also necessary.
Benefits: The position offers a starting annual salary of 42,917.40 EUR, work-from-home flexibility within Germany, 40 hours per week with 30 days of paid leave per year, and the possibility of contract extension after the initial 1-year term.
Applications details: Interested candidates should send their applications by email to careers (dot) bonn (at) iclei (dot) org, including a letter of motivation and CV in a single PDF file. Please indicate your earliest possible start date and legal right to work in Germany.
