Duration: 6 months
Starting date: 08 July 2024
Location: Songdo, Incheon City, Republic of Korea
Remuneration: US$ 1,300/month
Introduction
The mission of the Green Climate Fund is to assist developing countries to respond to climate change while bringing prosperity to their people.
Established in 2010, the GCF invests in transformational climate projects in the developing world. The Fund makes an ambitious contribution to global climate action and channels significant financial resources into developing countries to help build low-emission and climate-resilient societies. It is country-driven and undertakes actions that reflect the circumstances of each country concerned and its national aspirations. The GCF is a key enabler of the 2015 Paris Agreement on Climate Change.
Since its establishment, the GCF has approved 216 projects in 129 countries and has committed USD 12.0 billion in climate finance. In addition, it has built up an extensive program to support developing countries to identify their needs, in particular, those who are most vulnerable to climate change impacts.
The GCF’s diverse workforce is advancing its mission from its headquarters in South Korea. Our talented staff makes unique contributions to the Fund, enriching the institution through their combined expertise and professional commitment.
Internship Assignment
The Intern will provide analytical and operational support to the Policy and Strategy Unit and Operations unit in the Office of the Executive Director. S/he will have the opportunity to learn and expand her/his experiences by providing assistance in relation to implementation of the GCF Strategic Plan 2024-2027 and Secretariat 2024 work programme, supporting the delivery of the Secretariat policy cycle from development to implementation, project pipeline management and management of the Secretariat investment committees.
Under the overall guidance of the designated primary and alternate supervisors within the Office of the Executive Director, the Intern is expected to support:
Analysis, coordination of tasks and report-writing related to implementation of the GCF Strategic Plan 2024-2027, including contributing to developing and implementing work programmes aligned with the Strategic plan and supporting capability assessments;
Monitoring and analysis of the GCF project pipeline and its management;
Managing the Secretariat’s policy agenda, working with Secretariat policy teams to coordinate the drafting, implementation and monitoring of policies and enhancement of the Secretariat’s policy resources, systems and knowledge management practices;
Administration of the Climate Investment Committee and Operations Committee, including setting agendas, arranging meetings, following up on the decisions of the committees;
Supporting other strategic and corporate priorities of the Office of the Executive Director, including project management of cross-Secretariat change initiatives.
Requirements and qualifications
Enrolled in Master’s program in International Relations, Law, Finance, Economics, Science or related fields;
Knowledge and experience in analyzing complex problems, data and processes; and coordinating collaboration between multiple stakeholders;
Ability to multitask and deliver within tight timelines, while demonstrating attention to detail;
Excellent drafting, presentation and communication skills;
Good understanding and experience in climate change, climate finance and/or designing and implementing projects in developing countries is an added advantage;
Proficiency in using standard software programs: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Asana or other project management software;
Fluency in English is essential; knowledge of another United Nations language, in particular French and Spanish, and/or Portuguese is an advantage.
*The person assessed by the Selection Panel as most suitable for the position will be proposed for appointment. The above criteria should be seen as indicators of the experience and skills that would qualify candidates for consideration. Selection among short-listed candidates will also take into account performance at interview, appropriate testing, and references.
Applications from women and nationals from developing countries are strongly encouraged to apply.