Consultant to Support on Accreditation to Climate Funds
Consultant Type: | Individual Consultant |
Work Location: | Home-based with possible travel to MRC Secretariat and riparian countries |
Division: | Planning Division |
Duration/Contract type: | 16 days / Special Service Agreement |
Closing Date for Applications: | 12 May 2021 |
Qualifications and Requirements:
- At least a Master’s degree in a relevant field such as climate change and/or environment/natural resources management, economics, agriculture/rural development, economics/sociology or related areas.
- At least 10 years’ experience in one or more of the following areas: climate change finance, climate change mainstreaming, and climate change adaptation
- Proven understanding of the Adaptation Fund and Green Climate Fund’s standards, policies, procedures and requirements for the accreditation.
- Working experience on capacity building and / or the accreditation process, for an institution to become an accredited entity
- Working experience with MRC on climate change adaptation and climate change finance
- Excellent communications skills, including writing and presentation in the English language
- Demonstrated ability to write technical reports which can be readily understood by decision makers and the public; and
- Strong work ethics, including commitment, responsibility, team spirit, and timely delivery.
- Besides required qualities, immediate availability will be considered as an advantage to the selection process.
Interested applicants may find more information about the position through the Terms of Reference on the top right corner of this page. MRC is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Women are especially encouraged to apply. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.
Application procedures:
The application, in a single PDF file, must include (i) a cover letter outlining clearly how the candidate meets the requirements of the position, (ii) a detailed CV and (iii) a Personal History Form by registering at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HC36YMK. The position title and Division must be indicated in the cover letter. The MRC offers a challenging job with an attractive compensation package.