Liaison Officer for Cameroon

The GCF Liaison Officer acts as the primary liaison between the GCF Secretariat and Cameroon, supporting the NDA or relevant agency in climate action matters. The role involves coordination with stakeholders to facilitate programming, accreditation, readiness support, project preparation, and implementation to enhance climate finance access and capacity building.

Responsibilities

• Engage/assist the NDA in co-developing draft TOR for readiness support in coordination with the GCF Secretariat
• Assist the NDA to facilitate stakeholder engagement through transparent and effective communication with relevant country stakeholders including ministries, private sector, accredited entities, and civil society organizations
• Assist in completing the Financial Management Capacity Assessment (FMCA) form if required
• Support the NDA with adaptive management requests as required
• Contribute to midterm reviews of readiness activities and provide input for adjusting TORs as needed
• Contribute to capacity-building by imparting skills and knowledge to the NDA and relevant stakeholders to develop and implement climate investments
• Provide advice, guidance and clarifications to the NDA, accredited entities, and other stakeholders on GCF policies, procedures and instruments
• Assist the NDA in the development of project ideas, concept notes and funding proposals for public and private sectors
• Facilitate stakeholder discussions to gather necessary information throughout project cycle stages
• Support coordination of No Objection Letter processes ensuring timely communication with Accredited Entities and the GCF Secretariat
• Maintain regular communication with accredited entities to report to the GCF Secretariat and resolve issues during implementation
• Support preparation of country portfolio results reporting as required by the GCF Secretariat
• Assist the NDA in organizing relevant events to showcase GCF results

Requirements

• University level degree in climate change/environmental science, climate economics/finance, 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 Cameroon, 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 Cameroon, or other United Nations languages, is highly desirable
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and adaptability
• Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to ethical standards, including integrity, transparency and accountability in all professional activities

Skills

• Climate Investment Planning
• Climate Finance
• Project Financing
• Climate Change Mitigation
• Climate Change Adaptation
• Institutional Strengthening
• Capacity Building
• Climate Change Investment Proposals
• Monitoring and Evaluation
• Stakeholder Coordination
• Communications Skills
• Presentation Skills
• GCF Operational Mechanisms
• Public Funding Modalities
• Adaptability in Multicultural Environment
• Ethics Compliance

Languages

English, French