I. Background Established in 2010 by the 194 countries that are Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, the Green Climate Fund (GCF) serves as the world’s largest dedicated climate fund. Over the past decade GCF has financed transformative climate projects across developing countries, empowering them to respond to and combat climate change while promoting sustainable development within their communities.
Today, our portfolio spans over USD 19 billion across more than 330 projects in over 130 countries, evidence of the profound impact that strategic climate finance can achieve. As we scale toward our vision of becoming a USD 50 billion fund by 2030, strengthening national capacities remains central to our mission.
GCF mobilizes public and private sector investments through a diverse financing instruments, and equips developing countries with the resources, skills, and capacities to effectively secure and manage climate financing through our Readiness and Preparatory Support Programme.
The 2024-2027 Readiness Programme strategy introduces an innovative placement scheme: GCF Liaison Officers embedded within National Designated Authorities (NDAs) or other relevant agencies designated by countries.These local experts will ensure continuous, effective engagement with GCF, imparting knowledge of GCF policies, systems and processes,facilitating programming development and enablingenhanced direct access to climate finance for national climate objectives.
As a GCF Liaison Officer, you will be at the frontlines of accelerating climate action in your country, bridging GCF and national institutions to unlock transformative climate investments. Seychelles submitted its updated NDC in July 2021. The country aims to reduce its emissions by 26.4% by 2030 as compared to the business-as-usual scenario.
The updated NDC covers energy, transport, solid waste, tourism, circular economy, coastal management, infrastructure, fisheries, agriculture and biosecurity, blue carbon ecosystems, biodiversity conservation, health, and early warning and disaster risk management. The total cost of NDC implementation is estimated at USD 331.50 million for mitigation measures and USD 339 million for adaptation measures.
Seychelles has an NDC Action Plan which is in the process of being revised to be fully aligned with the updated NDC. The Government intends to strengthen governance, coordination, while mainstreaming climate policies within budget and investment planning and aligning sectoral climate policies with national policies and commitments. Critical efforts will need to be undertaken to strengthen capacities and enhance the supervision of financial sector climate related risks and in catalyzing private sector financing. II.
Role The GCF Liaison Officer will act as the primary liaison between the GCF Secretariat and the country, providing essential support to the NDA or relevant agency in all matters concerning GCF climate action. This role entails close coordination with stakeholders relevant to the GCF activities in the country to ensure their seamless execution, including country programming, accreditation, readiness support, conceptualisation, and oversight, project preparation and implementation and other related activities. III.
Objectives The placement scheme aims to achieve the following objectives through the role of the GCF Liaison Officer: - To assist the Ministry to develop a climate finance roadmap/framework.To enhance the capacity of the NDA and relevant agencies to plan, develop and implement climate change adaptation and mitigation concept notes and funding proposals; - Support Seychelles in exploring the viability of modern climate financial instruments in the national context and develop a Menu of Options in support of operationalizing the Sustainable Finance Framework and leveraging a pipeline of bankable mitigation and adaptation projects; - To support the NDA and/or relevant agencies in developing and implementing country programmes, including facilitating the set up or improvement of coordination with relevant stakeholders; - To assist in accessing and implementing integrated programmes of readiness activities in the country that address identified capacity gaps; - To raise awareness and facilitate understanding in the country of the GCF funding windows, policies and processes; - To facilitate knowledge transfer and skill development among local stakeholders and communities; - Assist the NDA in coordinating consultative processes within the country to identify key areas for results aligned with key national climate priorities and developing project/programme ideas for the country programme; and - Support Seychelles’ eligible national entities to progress through the GCF accreditation process and strenghten the institutional capacities required for accreditation.
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Responsibilities The GCF Liaison officer will carry out the following responsibilities: 4.1 Country Programme - Support the development of Seychelles country programme - Assist the NDA in coordinating consultative processes within the country to identify key areas for results related to the climate finance roadmap/framework, implementation of NDCs/NAPs/LTSs and developing project/programme ideas; - Assist in the process of identifying potential partners for the implementation of the Country Programme, including potential direct access entities; - Assist in the development and review of country programme drafts in collaboration with the NDA and GCF Secretariat teams, ensuring timely processing and incorporation of feedback; and - Facilitate and assist the NDA in the implementation of the country programme, including reporting annually and identifying challenges and opportunities to discuss with the NDA and GCF Secretariat.
4.2 Readiness - Engage/assist the NDA in co-developing draft TORs for readiness support if and as needed, in close coordination with the GCF Secretariat.
This is based on the medium-term strategic planning and includes outlining specific support areas, required expertise and resources to address capacity gaps effectively, ensuring alignment with national priorities; - Support capacity and awareness building within the Ministry of Environment, public and private sector (particularly financial institutions) on (i) identification, valuation and mainstreaming of climate risks in financial decision making, (ii) reporting in line with recognized climate and sustainability disclosure frameworks to align with international financing requirements and increase access to international finance, (iii) existing sustainable finance taxonomies and their application, (iv) transition planning and financing, and (v) other measures to scale up sustainable investments. - Assist the NDA to facilitate stakeholder engagement through transparent and effective communication with relevant country stakeholders, including ministries of finance, sector ministries, ministries of economy, strategic planning, central banks, executing entities, the private sector, subnational entities, development partners, GCF accredited entities and civil society organizations such as women’s groups, academia, Indigenous Peoples and local communities.
This approach adheres to GCF best practices for country coordination and multi-stakeholder engagement.
The goal is to identify capacity gaps that inform the development and implementation of the TORs for readiness support; - Assist in completing the Financial Management Capacity Assessment (FMCA) form [1] , if and as required; - Support the NDA with adaptative management requests as required; and - As required by the NDA, contribute to midterm reviews of readiness activities, and provide input for adjusting initial TORs as needed. - [1] An entity or agency that undertakes approved readiness activities is referred to as a delivery partner.
For direct access, an NDA or another agency designated by the country must undergo FMCA to become a delivery partner. If readiness activities are provided by a pre-qualified GCF delivery partner, these partners will undergo the assessment as part of the prequalification process, which is conducted in accordance with GCF procurement rules and the fair and transparent open tender Request for Proposals (RfP) process.
4.3 Pipeline Development, Implementation, Monitoring and Reporting - Contribute to capacity-building by imparting skills and knowledge to the NDA and relevant stakeholders to successfully develop, advance and implement climate investments; - In coordination with the GCF Secretariat, provide advice, guidance and clarifications to the NDA, accredited entities, and other stakeholders on GCF policies, procedures and instruments to successfully develop, advance and implement climate investments; - Assist the NDA in the development of project ideas, concept notes and funding proposals in close collaboration with the GCF Secretariat, the NDA and accredited entities; - Assist the NDA to facilitate stakeholder discussions to gather necessary information throughout the project cycle stages; - Support the NDA to maintain regular communication with accredited entities to report to the GCF Secretariat and help resolve any issues that may arise during the implementation of GCF investments in the country; - Support the NDA and relevant agencies with the preparation of country portfolio results reporting as required by the GCF Secretariat; and - Assist the NDA in the organization of relevant events to showcase GCF results. - Assist the NDA in the organization of project missions and other relevant events to support monitoring and showcase GCF results and conduct site visits to GCF project sites in coordination with the GCF Secretariat; - Assist the NDA in supporting and providing inputs to investigations led by the independent units of the GCF. - Provide technical support to the NDA in the implementation of relevant new or ongoing projects and initiatives; - Contribute to the preparation of regular reports, briefs, and policy preparation as required - Perform any other duties as may be assigned. - V.
Qualifications and Experience The candidate should meet the following qualifications and experience: - University level degree in climate change/environmental science, climate economics/finance, economics, engineering, project finance or a closely related discipline; - At least eight years of experience in the public and/or private sector with a demonstrated focus on climate investment and financing initiatives for climate change mitigation and adaptation; - Proven experience in institutional strengthening and capacity-building within developing economies, demonstrating the ability to enhance stakeholders' capabilities in addressing climate change and creating enabling environments for climate investment; - At least five years of experience in successfully developing climate change investment proposals, showcasing expertise in crafting compelling and impactful funding applications, including monitoring and evaluation of climate change initiatives; - Experience in addressing climate change issues in Seychelles, providing a deep understanding of the local context and challenges; - Demonstrated ability to coordinate and engage with multiple stakeholders, reflecting strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster cooperation among diverse groups; - Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, complemented by outstanding presentation abilities, enabling effective dissemination of information and ideas to diverse audiences; - Familiarity with the GCF, including operational mechanisms and funding modalities will be an asset; - Fluency in English is required, and proficiency in the official language(s) of Seychelles, is highly desirable; - Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and adaptability; and - Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to ethical standards, including integrity, transparency and accountability in all professional activities.
VI. Assignment Details The GCF Liaison Officer will be based in Mon Fleuri, Mahé, Seychelles and will operate from the offices of the NDA. The GCF Liaison Officer will support the NDA or relevant agency and report to the appropriate regional manager of the GCF Secretariat. The closing date for applications is 08 Sept 2026, 23:59 Korea Standard Time (KST). Applications submitted after the closing date may not be considered.
The initial assignment is for the maximum of 180 working days over the period of 11 months and 29 days, with the possibility of extension based on annual performance evaluation, subject to the continued need and available funding. As part of their reporting obligations, the experts are expected to compile a quarterly report detailing activities conducted and results achieved, to be shared with the NDA and GCF Secretariat. Preference will be given to nationals or residents of Seychelles for this position.
The application is required to be submitted in English language. Applications from women and citizens from developing countries are strongly encouraged. Daily rate offered for this consultancy is USD 216 . The advertised position is currently labeled as remote, however, the role is not intended to be remote-based and requires an in-person presence in Mon Fleuri, Mahé, Seychelles.
If a civil servant or government employee is selected as an expert, the NDA must provide written confirmation that: - The individual will be on leave without pay and relieved of all official duties for the duration of the placement. - The expert must not receive any salary, allowances, or benefits from their public institution during the placement period, in order to avoid any duplication of remuneration. - The selected expert must fully comply with the contractual obligation to avoid any conflict of interest while carrying out the responsibilities outlined in the placement Terms of Reference
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I. Background Established in 2010 by the 194 countries that are Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, the Green Climate Fund (GCF) serves as the world’s largest dedicated climate fund. Over the past decade GCF has financed transformative climate projects across developing countries, empowering them to respond to and combat climate change while promoting sustainable development within their communities. Today, our portfolio spans over USD 19 billion across more than 330 projects in over 130 countries, evidence of the profound impact that strategic climate finance can achieve. As we scale toward our vision of becoming a USD 50 billion fund by 2030, strengthening national capacities remains central to our mission. GCF mobilizes public and private sector investments through a diverse financing instruments, and equips developing countries with the resources, skills, and capacities to effectively secure and manage climate financing through our Readiness and Preparatory Support Programme. The 2024-2027 Readiness Programme strategy introduces an innovative placement scheme: GCF Liaison Officers embedded within National Designated Authorities (NDAs) or other relevant agencies designated by countries.These local experts will ensure continuous, effective engagement with GCF, imparting knowledge of GCF policies, systems and processes,facilitating programming development and enablingenhanced direct access to climate finance for national climate objectives. As a GCF Liaison Officer, you will be at the frontlines of accelerating climate action in your country, bridging GCF and national institutions to unlock transformative climate investments. Seychelles submitted its updated NDC in July 2021. The country aims to reduce its emissions by 26.4% by 2030 as compared to the business-as-usual scenario. The updated NDC covers energy, transport, solid waste, tourism, circular economy, coastal management, infrastructure, fisheries, agriculture and biosecurity, blue carbon ecosystems, biodiversity conservation, health, and early warning and disaster risk management. The total cost of NDC implementation is estimated at USD 331.50 million for mitigation measures and USD 339 million for adaptation measures. Seychelles has an NDC Action Plan which is in the process of being revised to be fully aligned with the updated NDC. The Government intends to strengthen governance, coordination, while mainstreaming climate policies within budget and investment planning and aligning sectoral climate policies with national policies and commitments. Critical efforts will need to be undertaken to strengthen capacities and enhance the supervision of financial sector climate related risks and in catalyzing private sector financing. II. Role The GCF Liaison Officer will act as the primary liaison between the GCF Secretariat and the country, providing essential support to the NDA or relevant agency in all matters concerning GCF climate action. This role entails close coordination with stakeholders relevant to the GCF activities in the country to ensure their seamless execution, including country programming, accreditation, readiness support, conceptualisation, and oversight, project preparation and implementation and other related activities. III. Objectives The placement scheme aims to achieve the following objectives through the role of the GCF Liaison Officer: - To assist the Ministry to develop a climate finance roadmap/framework.To enhance the capacity of the NDA and relevant agencies to plan, develop and implement climate change adaptation and mitigation concept notes and funding proposals; - Support Seychelles in exploring the viability of modern climate financial instruments in the national context and develop a Menu of Options in support of operationalizing the Sustainable Finance Framework and leveraging a pipeline of bankable mitigation and adaptation projects; - To support the NDA and/or relevant agencies in developing and implementing country programmes, including facilitating the set up or improvement of coordination with relevant stakeholders; - To assist in accessing and implementing integrated programmes of readiness activities in the country that address identified capacity gaps; - To raise awareness and facilitate understanding in the country of the GCF funding windows, policies and processes; - To facilitate knowledge transfer and skill development among local stakeholders and communities; - Assist the NDA in coordinating consultative processes within the country to identify key areas for results aligned with key national climate priorities and developing project/programme ideas for the country programme; and - Support Seychelles’ eligible national entities to progress through the GCF accreditation process and strenghten the institutional capacities required for accreditation. IV. Responsibilities The GCF Liaison officer will carry out the following responsibilities: 4.1 Country Programme - Support the development of Seychelles country programme - Assist the NDA in coordinating consultative processes within the country to identify key areas for results related to the climate finance roadmap/framework, implementation of NDCs/NAPs/LTSs and developing project/programme ideas; - Assist in the process of identifying potential partners for the implementation of the Country Programme, including potential direct access entities; - Assist in the development and review of country programme drafts in collaboration with the NDA and GCF Secretariat teams, ensuring timely processing and incorporation of feedback; and - Facilitate and assist the NDA in the implementation of the country programme, including reporting annually and identifying challenges and opportunities to discuss with the NDA and GCF Secretariat. 4.2 Readiness - Engage/assist the NDA in co-developing draft TORs for readiness support if and as needed, in close coordination with the GCF Secretariat. This is based on the medium-term strategic planning and includes outlining specific support areas, required expertise and resources to address capacity gaps effectively, ensuring alignment with national priorities; - Support capacity and awareness building within the Ministry of Environment, public and private sector (particularly financial institutions) on (i) identification, valuation and mainstreaming of climate risks in financial decision making, (ii) reporting in line with recognized climate and sustainability disclosure frameworks to align with international financing requirements and increase access to international finance, (iii) existing sustainable finance taxonomies and their application, (iv) transition planning and financing, and (v) other measures to scale up sustainable investments. - Assist the NDA to facilitate stakeholder engagement through transparent and effective communication with relevant country stakeholders, including ministries of finance, sector ministries, ministries of economy, strategic planning, central banks, executing entities, the private sector, subnational entities, development partners, GCF accredited entities and civil society organizations such as women’s groups, academia, Indigenous Peoples and local communities. This approach adheres to GCF best practices for country coordination and multi-stakeholder engagement. The goal is to identify capacity gaps that inform the development and implementation of the TORs for readiness support; - Assist in completing the Financial Management Capacity Assessment (FMCA) form [1] , if and as required; - Support the NDA with adaptative management requests as required; and - As required by the NDA, contribute to midterm reviews of readiness activities, and provide input for adjusting initial TORs as needed. - [1] An entity or agency that undertakes approved readiness activities is referred to as a delivery partner. For direct access, an NDA or another agency designated by the country must undergo FMCA to become a delivery partner. If readiness activities are provided by a pre-qualified GCF delivery partner, these partners will undergo the assessment as part of the prequalification process, which is conducted in accordance with GCF procurement rules and the fair and transparent open tender Request for Proposals (RfP) process. 4.3 Pipeline Development, Implementation, Monitoring and Reporting - Contribute to capacity-building by imparting skills and knowledge to the NDA and relevant stakeholders to successfully develop, advance and implement climate investments; - In coordination with the GCF Secretariat, provide advice, guidance and clarifications to the NDA, accredited entities, and other stakeholders on GCF policies, procedures and instruments to successfully develop, advance and implement climate investments; - Assist the NDA in the development of project ideas, concept notes and funding proposals in close collaboration with the GCF Secretariat, the NDA and accredited entities; - Assist the NDA to facilitate stakeholder discussions to gather necessary information throughout the project cycle stages; - Support the NDA to maintain regular communication with accredited entities to report to the GCF Secretariat and help resolve any issues that may arise during the implementation of GCF investments in the country; - Support the NDA and relevant agencies with the preparation of country portfolio results reporting as required by the GCF Secretariat; and - Assist the NDA in the organization of relevant events to showcase GCF results. - Assist the NDA in the organization of project missions and other relevant events to support monitoring and showcase GCF results and conduct site visits to GCF project sites in coordination with the GCF Secretariat; - Assist the NDA in supporting and providing inputs to investigations led by the independent units of the GCF. - Provide technical support to the NDA in the implementation of relevant new or ongoing projects and initiatives; - Contribute to the preparation of regular reports, briefs, and policy preparation as required - Perform any other duties as may be assigned. - V. Qualifications and Experience The candidate should meet the following qualifications and experience: - University level degree in climate change/environmental science, climate economics/finance, economics, engineering, project finance or a closely related discipline; - At least eight years of experience in the public and/or private sector with a demonstrated focus on climate investment and financing initiatives for climate change mitigation and adaptation; - Proven experience in institutional strengthening and capacity-building within developing economies, demonstrating the ability to enhance stakeholders' capabilities in addressing climate change and creating enabling environments for climate investment; - At least five years of experience in successfully developing climate change investment proposals, showcasing expertise in crafting compelling and impactful funding applications, including monitoring and evaluation of climate change initiatives; - Experience in addressing climate change issues in Seychelles, providing a deep understanding of the local context and challenges; - Demonstrated ability to coordinate and engage with multiple stakeholders, reflecting strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster cooperation among diverse groups; - Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, complemented by outstanding presentation abilities, enabling effective dissemination of information and ideas to diverse audiences; - Familiarity with the GCF, including operational mechanisms and funding modalities will be an asset; - Fluency in English is required, and proficiency in the official language(s) of Seychelles, is highly desirable; - Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and adaptability; and - Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to ethical standards, including integrity, transparency and accountability in all professional activities. VI. Assignment Details The GCF Liaison Officer will be based in Mon Fleuri, Mahé, Seychelles and will operate from the offices of the NDA. The GCF Liaison Officer will support the NDA or relevant agency and report to the appropriate regional manager of the GCF Secretariat. The closing date for applications is 08 Sept 2026, 23:59 Korea Standard Time (KST). Applications submitted after the closing date may not be considered. The initial assignment is for the maximum of 180 working days over the period of 11 months and 29 days, with the possibility of extension based on annual performance evaluation, subject to the continued need and available funding. As part of their reporting obligations, the experts are expected to compile a quarterly report detailing activities conducted and results achieved, to be shared with the NDA and GCF Secretariat. Preference will be given to nationals or residents of Seychelles for this position. The application is required to be submitted in English language. Applications from women and citizens from developing countries are strongly encouraged. Daily rate offered for this consultancy is USD 216 . The advertised position is currently labeled as remote, however, the role is not intended to be remote-based and requires an in-person presence in Mon Fleuri, Mahé, Seychelles. If a civil servant or government employee is selected as an expert, the NDA must provide written confirmation that: - The individual will be on leave without pay and relieved of all official duties for the duration of the placement. - The expert must not receive any salary, allowances, or benefits from their public institution during the placement period, in order to avoid any duplication of remuneration. - The selected expert must fully comply with the contractual obligation to avoid any conflict of interest while carrying out the responsibilities outlined in the placement Terms of Reference