BIODIVERSITY OFFICER

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.

GGGI has a diverse portfolio of programs in developing countries around the world focused on delivering results through an integrated, evidence-based approach to green growth planning and implementation aligned with countries' development priorities.

\"Accelerating Biodiversity Conservation in the Peruvian Amazon: Innovative and Inclusive Financial Mechanisms for a Peru (ABCPA)\" is a 24-month technical assistance program that GGGI is implementing for the Peruvian government in partnership with the Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Economy and Finance, and other pertinent public entities, including the National Park Services, National Forest and Wildlife Service, and Ministry of Women and Vulnerable Populations. The program, which is supported by the Amazon Regional Fund (ARF), an arm of the UK's Partnering for Accelerated Climate Transitions (UK PACT) initiative, which is a part of the UK's International Climate Finance (ICF) portfolio, aims to play a key role in implementing the nation's National Strategy for Biological Diversity (NBSAP).

CONTEXT

The project addresses critical barriers to biodiversity conservation in Peru by establishing the financial and institutional frameworks, conditions necessary for the sustainable management of the country's biodiversity and the design and implementation of innovative and inclusive financial mechanisms.

The project adopts a collaborative, government-led approach to establish the enabling conditions needed to overcome barriers to biodiversity conservation. It will do so by raising awareness of the materiality of nature-related financial risks for public and private actors (OU1), key actions that will pave the way for the development of a National Biodiversity Financing Strategy for Peru (OU2) that will outline innovative financing mechanisms and lay the groundwork for the design and piloting of Peruvian Payment for Ecosystem Services mechanism (OU3), Habitat Banks (OU4), and the integration of biodiversity conservation into public debt instruments (OU5).A GEDSI-responsive implementation plan will support all of the Outputs.

By 2027, the project will have mobilized USD 500 million toward the sustainable management of 300,000 hectares of forests, providing a sustainable foundation for biodiversity conservation and climate resilience, directly benefiting the livelihoods of 500,000 people and contributing to the mitigation of up to 20 M tCO2e.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Biodiversity Officer, based in Lima, Peru, will serve as the UK PACT ABCPA project's biodiversity focal point. S/he will be responsible for delivery technical advisory and engagement services focusing on the integration of biodiversity conservation criteria in policy framework and green financial instruments. Work will address policy advice, capacity building, project structuring and improved financial resource management to promote biodiversity opportunities for partners.

S/he will report to the UK PACT ABCPA Project Manager of GGGI and work primarily with the MINAM's General Directorate of Biological Biodiversity and General Directorate of Environmental Economics and Finance; to other public entities -such as the MEF and SERNANP- and other key project allies.

PURPOSE

• Accelerate the integration of local and international biodiversity conservation criteria through both design and implementation of tailored capacity-building programs among regulators, financial institutions, and real economy actors.

• Advise public sector actors in the formulation of policy recommendations aimed at mainstreaming local and international biodiversity conservation criteria in order to strengthen and improve public green frameworks (e.g., NBSAPs, National Green Taxonomy, NDCs) and public green financial instruments (e.g., thematic bonds and debt swaps),

• Assist the implementation of the Habitat Bank pilot adapted to Peru's environmental and economic context that will integrate the environmental offset requirements of critical economic sectors considering biodiversity policy framework -compliant with local regulations- and the development of a plan for establishing a compensation market.

• Support the integration of GEDSI approach into Peru’s public biodiversity frameworks.

• Provide on-demand technical assistance related to the international and local biodiversity framework and regional best practices, primarily to MINAM's General Directorate of Biological Biodiversity and General Directorate of Environmental Economics and Finance, to other public entities -such as the MEF and SERNANP- and other key project allies.

  ENGAGEMENT

  • Report to the UK PACT ABCPA Project Manager

  • Support Andean Representative with biodiversity technical advisory on new areas of program expansion, enhancement and trouble shorting

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with -principally- public sector counterparts and other key project allies such as project developers, expert consultants, financial institutions and multilateral partners and government officials; and international funds, including the UK PACT.

  • Identify and engage with potential donors for biodiversity-related projects in the Andean Region.

  • Support activities prioritized by the UK PACT ABCPA Project Manager and Andean Region Representative developed with key project actors including coordination and preparation of meetings and reports.

    DELIVERY

    • Develop and deliver nature-related and biodiversity criteria capacity building material and reports.

    • Develop recommendations for MINAM, MEF, SERNANP, key project allies and relevant public actors to integrate biodiversity criteria into green regulatory frameworks and instruments.

    • Contribute to the development of diagnostics that identify barriers and gaps for the incorporation of biodiversity criteria in green regulatory frameworks.

    • Assist in the process of identifying proposals for nature-based solutions (NbS) in an advisory role to MINAM, MEF, key project partners and relevant public stakeholders.

    • Organize and deliver workshops to present and validate project products and activities.

    • Develop a Case Study focused on integrating biodiversity criteria in Green National Taxonomy that addresses the UK PACT criteria.

    • Assist MEF and MINAM with the drafting of reports related to the post-transaction and resource allocation process, as well as the updating of the Sovereign Sustainability Bond Framework.

      REQUIREMENTS

      QUALIFICATIONS

      • Must be a Peruvian citizen, or holding a valid Working Visa.

      • Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Finance, Economics, Biology or other related fields.

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      • Preferably an advanced degree in Public Administration, Economics, Sustainable development, or other related fields.

      • Preferably 6-8 years of professional experience in biodiversity policy and practices, community engagement, sustainable landscapes, with preferable experience in environmental instruments (Habitat Banks, NbS, payment for ecosystem services, etc.).

      • Demonstrated ability to formulate recommendations and reports aligned with requirements of various key project allies and public sector actors.

      • Knowledge in adhering to internationally agreed environmental safeguards (ESS) and gender-sensitive design requirements.

      • Proficient communication skills, in written and oral, both in English and Spanish is required.

        FUNCTIONAL

        • Ability to interact and form relationships with high-level government officials and partners

        • Strong ability to work independently and/or remotely, while maintaining productivity

        • Promote diversity and inclusion.

        • Achieves results in a quality, timely, and cost-effective way. Sees priorities, plans the efficient use of resources, and monitors progress against objectives.

        • Anticipates crucial risks and risk management strategies in projects. Formulates alternative means of achieving objectives. Responds effectively to unforeseen events.

        • Sets high but achievable standards for self and others and seeks opportunities to improve processes and outcomes. Constantly reviews performance to identify areas of improvement.

        • Capacity to provide technical guidance towards strategic targets, work plans, and high-quality deliverables.

        • Ability to provide solid and appropriate technical advice, understanding the counterparts´ needs, limitations, and capacities.

        • Measured confidence to take on demanding work or put forward views when they may be challenged.

        • Knows how to work under pressure and overcomes conflict easily. Handles competing demands. Overcomes setbacks. Welcomes and learns from feedback.

        • Versatile, personable and flexible when facing complex projects, continuously changing new people and political support to the project. Attention to detail, quality control, and very good organizational abilities.

        • Attention to detail, quality control, and superb writing and organizational abilities.

        • Able to communicate information and ideas in a clear and articulate manner in both oral and written formats. Uses appropriate language, style, and methods depending on the audience and the purpose of communication.

          CORPORATE

          • Understand and actively support GGGI’s mission, vision and values.

          • Promote the optimum use of public resources.

          • Promote an organizational culture of trust, transparency, respect and partnership.

          • Process and share information easily.

          • Manage emotions and stress positively, builds rapport and resolves conflict easily.

          • Promote creativity and innovation among staff.

          • Be able to lead where needed and provide solutions to project-level challenge.

            WORKING CONDITIONS

            The Biodiversity Officer is an X8 grade level in GGGI’s Peru national salary scale. The salary range for the position starts at USD 54,891 per annum. The determination of base salary will depend on qualifications, experience and internal equity. GGGI provides 15% of 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 in achieving a better balance between work and personal/family commitments, thus ensuring high performance, long-term productivity, and well-being.

            The date to close is Korean Standard Time (KST). Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered Application. Cover Letter, and CV must be sent in English.

            Child protection – GGGI is committed to child protection, irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children. GGGI’s Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.