Programme Officer – Facilitation Support, P-4

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
JOB DESCRIPTION

Vacancy Announcement
Secretariat of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
Division of Project Facilitation and Support (PFS)
Publication Date: ‎2 March ‎2023
Deadline for Application: ‎1 April ‎2023
Title and Grade: Programme Officer - Facilitation Support, P-‎4
Indicative Annual Salary: (a.) USD ‎77,326 to USD ‎87,422
Post Adjustment: (b.) USD ‎56,138.‎68 to USD ‎63,468.‎37
Duration of Appointment: One year, with possible extension
Duty Station: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Expected Date for Entry on Duty: As soon as possible
Background
The International Renewable Energy Agency is an inter-governmental
organisation headquartered in Abu Dhabi, mandated to promote the widespread
and increased adoption and sustainable use of all forms of renewable energy in
the pursuit of sustainable development, energy access, energy security and
low-carbon economic growth and prosperity. IRENA's mission is to play a
leading role in the ongoing transformation of the global energy systems as a
centre of excellence for knowledge and innovation, a global voice of renewable
energy, a network hub for all stakeholders and a source of advice and support
for countries. At present, IRENA has ‎167 Members (‎166 States and the European
Union) that acceded to its Statute, and ‎17 additional States in the process of
accession and actively engaged.
The Project Facilitation and Support (PFS) division is a new division that
integrates all the previous initiatives of IRENA related to project
facilitation. It has an ambitious goal to achieve a tangible impact by
facilitating funding and investments for promising projects, co-organising
regional Investment Forums with matchmaking events, and fostering cooperation
between international institutions that have compatible objectives. One of the
main instruments is the platform that organises IRENA's contribution to the
Climate Investment Platform (CIP), a joint initiative of IRENA, the Green
Climate Fund (GCF), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and
Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL). The activities include the preparation
of projects, support to the partners who can help projects to achieve
financial close, and the organisation of international and regional
matchmaking events where project owners, lenders, investors and donors can
meet.
Other responsibilities include the development and promotion of project
facilitation tools, like the Energy Transition Accelerator Financing Platform
(ETAF) and the Open Solar Contracts initiative. All these initiatives have in
common that they help to attract investments in the renewable energy sector
and provide support that is directly relevant to projects.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Director of PFS and direct supervision of the Senior
Programme Officer - Project Facilitation (P-‎5), the Programme Officer -
Facilitation Support (P-‎4) will fulfil the following duties and
responsibilities:
* Provides strategic direction and leadership to the operationalisation of the Climate Investment Platform and oversees the implementation of the initiative.
* Leads the collaboration with the founding partners of the Climate Investment Platform, including UNDP, SEforALL and the Green Climate Fund. Identifies and engages other strategic partners for the initiative.
* Supervises outreach work related to the engagement of partners and projects of the Climate Investment Platform, including leading and supervising liaison activities with all financing and development partners and with project proponents.
* Oversees the pre-assessment and assessment activities related to all registered projects on the Climate Investment Platform and formulates recommendations regarding the most suitable project support activity in reference to each eligible project.
* Designs, plans and coordinates matchmaking activities between financing partners and eligible projects. Leads introductions necessary for matchmaking and follow-up activities to ensure successful matchmaking activities.
* Lead the organization of the regional Investment Forums, featuring the different Project Facilitation Tools, including the CIP and ETAF, advancing the physical interactions between the projects and potential financiers, and organizing high level panel discussions to address the challenges and opportunities in the energy transition financing.
* Actively engages with staff of development agencies and multilateral financial institutions on cooperation activities to promote the implementation and expansion of the Climate Investment Platform and the Investment Forums.
* Leads the development of some, and contributes to the preparation of other, written outputs - including concept notes, background papers, presentations, substantial sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications and online products with the view to enhance the visibility of the Climate Investment Platform, Investment Forums and other project facilitation work of IRENA.
* Coordinates the organisation of and follow-up reporting on relevant consultative meetings, workshops and panels and contributes to these fora with substantive contents.
* Supports the implementation of biennial work programmes and budgets of IRENA by contributing to the planning, resourcing and initiation of project facilitation work of IRENA.
* Conducts research on trends, key topics, and emerging issues related to project facilitation, and assists with the preparation of reports, brochures and online material; and coordinates with internal and external experts to develop and update briefs, papers and websites.
* Oversees performance of assigned junior personnel and provides guidance and mentorship to their work and professional development.
* Performs other relevant tasks as required.
Competencies
Professionalism: Possess in-depth knowledge of issues surrounding
renewable energy, including financing, project management and risk mitigation;
shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence
in subject matter and pays attention to detail; is conscientious and efficient
in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is
motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence
when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful
situations.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; creates and
promotes enabling environment for open communication; listens to others,
correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks
questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication;
tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates
openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organisational
goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is
willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda;
supports and acts in accordance with the final group decision, even when such
decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team
accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Planning and Organising: Develops clear goals that are consistent with
agreed strategies; identifies priority activities to ensure successful
completion of work assigned.
Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours
commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within
prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with
organisational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides
oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal
responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where
applicable.
Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to
be "clients" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view; establishes
and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and
respect; identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions;
monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to
keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or
setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to
client.
Qualifications
Education : Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in
engineering, project management, finance, sustainable development, or related
field. A first-level university degree in combination with additional years of
qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university
degree.
Experience : A minimum of seven years of experience in project management,
project finance, energy financing programmes or development funding. At least
part of this experience is with multilateral financial institutions and/or the
private sector. Proven ability to cooperate diplomatically in multicultural
environments. Experience with intergovernmental processes is an advantage.
Language : Excellent command of written and spoken English. Fluency in
other languages would be an advantage.

Qualified candidates must apply for the above-mentioned vacancy on-line,
through IRENA's recruitment platform, ORC by submitting a complete and
comprehensive CV and a letter of interest, including details of three
professional references who will be contacted if their application is
shortlisted.
Applications from qualified women, especially from nationals of developing
countries, are highly encouraged.
Please note that only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted
for an interview and will receive notice of the outcome of the selection
process.

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Job Identification NC0226
Posting Date ‎03/‎02/‎2023, ‎01:52 AM
Apply Before ‎04/‎01/‎2023, ‎02:59 PM
Locations
Abu Dhabi
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