Project and Senior Sustainable Finance Specialist
Quick answer
UNDP is hiring an in-office Project and Senior Sustainable Finance Specialist in Eswatini to lead the national implementation of the Biodiversity Finance Plan project.
- Role
- Project and Senior Sustainable Finance Specialist
- Organization
- UNDP
- Location
- Eswatini
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Project and Senior Sustainable Finance Specialist will lead the national implementation of the GEF8 Biodiversity Finance Plan project in Eswatini. This role involves managing project budgets, supervising technical teams, and overseeing the development of key biodiversity finance assessments and strategies. The incumbent will serve as the primary liaison between national stakeholders, the government, and the UNDP Global Project Management and Technical Support Unit to ensure project goals are met. This position focuses on mobilizing resources and integrating biodiversity finance into national economic planning.
What you'll do
- Manage in-country project activities, workplans, and budgets.
- Supervise the national technical team and external consultants.
- Lead the production of Policy and Institutional Reviews and Biodiversity Expenditure Reviews.
- Coordinate with government stakeholders and the Ministry of Finance.
- Facilitate stakeholder workshops and capacity-building training sessions.
What it takes
- Master's degree in Environment, Project Management, Economics, Finance, or related field.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in environment/biodiversity/finance project implementation.
- Proven experience working with the private sector.
- Strong understanding of public finance and national policy frameworks.
- Fluency in English and siSwati.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this role remote or in-office?
This is an in-office position located in Eswatini, where the project management unit is co-located with the relevant government agency.
What is the required education level?
A Master's degree is required, though a Bachelor's degree with two additional years of qualifying experience will be considered.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
Are there specific eligibility requirements?
The vacancy uses a tiered application process; applicants must verify their eligibility tier status based on their current employment status within UNDP, UNCDF, or UNV.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNDP's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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