GREEN INVESTMENT 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. 

PURPOSE

• Work with the Pacific Climate Finance Access Network investment officers to develop green investment assessments of bankable project pipelines by developing the business case, investment documentation, identify and analyze project opportunities, competitive strengths and weaknesses of projects and their sponsors.  
• Lead the preparation of concept notes and conducts analysis for existing and potential investment opportunities.
• Assist with and conduct pre-feasibility and bankability assessments with relevant stakeholders, and
• Support the development and implementation of one or multiple component(s) /workstream(s) within a country program and provide technical input to deliver a portfolio of services under the guidance of Senior Economist.

ENGAGEMENT

• Acquire information/knowledge by participating in the assessment of program needs and resources to assist in programme design, development, and implementation.
• Engage in stakeholder mapping and analysis and support facilitation of discussion between investors, government, and various stakeholders.
• Apply sufficient technical skills to acquire relevant information/knowledge from a variety of sources which are often difficult to access, in support of delivery of a good quality output.
• Understand project methodologies and able to provide a wide range of contributions in support of delivery of components/workstreams in the country program.

DELIVERY

• The position understands the project cycle and is able to organize his/her analytical work to ensure that deliverables are provided in a timely manner to support subsequent work and consistent with the workplan and project cycle.
• Assesses delivery issues and works with national counterparts to build common understanding and coordination on project activities.

REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced university degree in areas such as international business or economics with further financial / economics training (Master’s in finance or MBA or equivalent).
• Substantive relevant experience (at least 3-5 years), with sound understanding of finance, and/or green investment with a solid understanding of various financial products, debt/equity instruments. Direct work experience with any of these products will be an advantage.
• Experience working directly with one or more Investment banks/ Private Equity/ multilaterals would be an advantage.
• Overall understanding of the concept of green growth and climate change vulnerability in the context of developing countries.
• Fluency in English and excellent report writing skills are essential.

FUNCTIONAL

• Proven ability to provide high-quality technical advice on project development and investments/
• Proven analytical, problem-solving, and strategic skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative working relationships with relevant counterparts from the public, private and financial sectors.
• Demonstrated capacity to facilitate in-depth, outcome oriented, stakeholder dialogues.
• Excellent interpersonal, stakeholder engagement and consensus-building skills.
• Ability to perform in demanding atmosphere and self-motivate to produce quality results in timely manner.

CORPORATE

• Understand and actively support GGGI’s mission, vision, and values.
• Promote the best 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 support the Country Representative to make sound decisions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This is an X8 international grade level in GGGI’s salary scale. Determination of base salary is subject to candidate’s experience, academic background 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 to achieve a better balance between work and personal/family commitments, thus ensuring high performance, long-term productivity, and well-being of Staff members