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Green Climate Fund (GCF) recruitment for the position of Liaison Officer for Seychelles.
Job Description
Role
The GCF Liaison Officer will act as the primary liaison between the GCF Secretariat and the country, providing essential support to the NDA or relevant agency in all matters concerning GCF climate action. This role entails close coordination with stakeholders relevant to the GCF activities in the country to ensure their seamless execution, including country programming, accreditation, readiness support, conceptualisation, and oversight, project preparation and implementation and other related activities.
Job Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
The candidate should meet the following qualifications and experience:
- University level degree in climate change/environmental science, climate economics/finance, economics, engineering, project finance or a closely related discipline;
- At least eight years of experience in the public and/or private sector with a demonstrated focus on climate investment and financing initiatives for climate change mitigation and adaptation;
- Proven experience in institutional strengthening and capacity-building within developing economies, demonstrating the ability to enhance stakeholders’ capabilities in addressing climate change and creating enabling environments for climate investment;
- At least five years of experience in successfully developing climate change investment proposals, showcasing expertise in crafting compelling and impactful funding applications, including monitoring and evaluation of climate change initiatives;
- Experience in addressing climate change issues in Seychelles, providing a deep understanding of the local context and challenges;
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate and engage with multiple stakeholders, reflecting strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster cooperation among diverse groups;
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, complemented by outstanding presentation abilities, enabling effective dissemination of information and ideas to diverse audiences;
- Familiarity with the GCF, including operational mechanisms and funding modalities will be an asset;
- Fluency in English is required, and proficiency in the official language(s) of Seychelles, is highly desirable;
- Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and adaptability; and
- Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to ethical standards, including integrity, transparency and accountability in all professional activities.
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Closing date is 7th September 2026
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