Country Engagement Specialist (Pacific)
Quick answer
UNOPS is hiring a mid-level Country Engagement Specialist (Pacific) to lead country engagement and deliver matchmaking for the NDC Partnership's Pacific member countries, focusing on identifying country needs, supporting the overall request for support processes, building relationships with key stakeholders, and sharing impact stories.
- Role
- Country Engagement Specialist (Pacific)
- Organization
- UNOPS - NDC Partnership Support Unit
- Location
- Suva, Fiji
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Country Engagement Specialist will lead country engagement and deliver matchmaking for the NDC Partnership's Pacific member countries, focusing on identifying country needs, supporting the overall request for support processes, building relationships with key stakeholders, and sharing impact stories to showcase positive outcomes of engaging in initiatives enabled by the SU.
What you'll do
- Lead country engagement and deliver matchmaking for country portfolio
- Build and strengthen relationships with country focal points and in-country partners
- Evaluate proposals submitted under PAF Calls for Proposals and other procurement aimed at supporting countries in their portfolio
- Supervise embedded advisors including in-country facilitators and other experts deliver
- Review and advise on embedded advisors' /consultants' deliverables and coordinating approval with the government
What it takes
- Master's degree preferably in international relations, climate change and environment, international development, economics, finance, or a related field with 5 years of experience
- At least 5 years of experience in climate change, environmental and natural resource management, development cooperation, climate finance and related fields
- Experience in communication and management of complex projects involving multiple stakeholders
- Experience with other bilateral and multilateral donors, consulting, research institutions, private sector, think tanks and other civil society actors
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Suva, Fiji.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Master's degree in a related field with 5 years of experience, at least 5 years of experience in climate change, environmental and natural resource management, development cooperation, climate finance and related fields, and experience in communication and management of complex projects involving multiple stakeholders.
How do I apply?
Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the selection process.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNOPS - NDC Partnership Support Unit's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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