The Green Climate Fund (GCF)โa critical element of the historic Paris Agreementโis the worldโs largest climate fund mandated to support low-emission, climate-resilient development pathways. As an operating entity of the financial mechanism of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), GCF contributes to the goal of keeping an average global temperature rise well below two degrees Celsius.
The Fund seeks to engage a Senior Transformation Advisor/Chief Transformation Consultant to provide services for an initial 180 days over a 12-month period. The consultant will join GCF team on remote basis.
Role
GCF has begun its second replenishment period (GCF-2) from 2024 to 2027, underpinned by its Strategic Plan for the same period and the 50by30 vision announced by the Executive Director. Building on a substantial portfolio of more than 240 projects and over USD 13.5 billion in investments. The Fund has continued to grow and mature in terms of operational and institutional capacity. GCF is in a strong position to support developing countries in financing their climate ambitions and, under the new Executive Director, looks to build rapidly on the strong foundation that has been laid and deliver more efficiently and impactfully.
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Senior Transformation Advisor / Chief Transformation Consultant will be responsible for driving enterprise-wide transformation. The consultantโs primary responsibility is to strategize and execute transformation initiatives, streamlining processes, and implementing innovative practices, with an emphasis on enhancing performance in the programming cycle. This role involves leading change management, fostering a culture that embraces transformation, and working collaboratively across all levels and departments to ensure alignment and coherence with the overall transformation objectives. The scope as outlined below is a broad menu of areas of focus. Specific priorities will be set by the Executive Director or delegate on an ongoing basis.
Duties and responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Senior Transformation Advisor / Chief Transformation Consultant will work in consultation with staff within existing organizational structures. The consultant will work on the following areas:
- Developing and executing a comprehensive transformation strategy that aligns with GCFโs objectives.
- Leading and implementing change initiatives, ensuring that transitions are managed effectively across the enterprise, including on the programming cycle, amongst others. Ensures programmes delivered on time, within budget, and meet the Fund's objectives.
- Strengthen the accessibility, speed and user-friendliness of GCF procedures, particularly for countries with constrained administrative and technical capabilities.
- Identify potential risks associated with transformation initiatives and develop mitigation strategies.
- Fostering a culture that embraces change and transformation within the entire organisation.
- Assist the ED as necessary in her work on matters relating to the functional business of GCF.
- Undertake any other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time.
Required experience and qualifications
- Minimum of 20 years of relevant professional experience in a senior leadership role (such as a COO or CTO) within a well-recognised organisation, demonstrating a successful track record of strategic, enterprise-wide transformations. Previous experience of leading the office of the chief executive of international/multilateral institutions is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrable expertise in spearheading and managing large-scale transformations, driving efficacy, agility, and innovative practices in the organization.
- Proven success in designing and implementing organizational changes.
- Effective leadership in coaching and mentoring roles, capable of fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement, and empowering teams towards their journey of change.
- Experience in HR transformations including organizational restructuring and implementation
- Significant experience in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors, understanding the unique complexities and challenges within such organizations.
- Familiarity of multilateral climate funds, project financing, and UNFCCC framework would be an advantage
- Doctoral/Masterโs degree in business administration, business management, economics, finance, sustainable development, or another relevant professional field.
- Fluency in English is essential; knowledge of another UN language is an advantage
โข Closing date for the application 20 February 2024, 23:59 (KST). Application received after the closing date may not be considered.
โข Applications from women and nationals of developing countries are strongly encouraged.