Programme Officer- Monitoring and Reporting (GEF and GCF)

ph3Programme Officer – Monitoring and Reporting (GEF and GCF) /h3 pVacancy #: 7625 /p pUnit: Multilateral Finance Unit /p pOrganisation: International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) /p pLocation: Headquarters, Gland, Switzerland /p pAlternative duty station: Washington, D.C., USA /p pReporting to: Director, Multilateral Finance Unit /p pWork percentage: 100% /p pGrade: P1 /p pExpected start date: 01 August 2026 /p pType of contract: Max-term (up to 24 months) /p h3Background /h3 pIUCN, International Union for Conservation of Nature, helps the world find pragmatic solutions to our most pressing environment and development challenges. IUCN’s work focuses on valuing and conserving nature, ensuring effective and equitable governance of its use, and deploying nature-based solutions to global challenges in climate, food and development. IUCN supports scientific research, manages field projects all over the world, and brings governments, NGOs, the UN and companies together to develop policy, laws and best practice. /p pIUCN is the world’s oldest and largest global environmental international organisation, with more than 1,400 government and NGO Members and some 18,000 volunteer experts in around 160 countries. IUCN’s work is supported by around 1,100 staff members in more than 50 offices and hundreds of partners in public, NGO and private sectors around the world. /p h3Unit Background /h3 pIUCN Multilateral Finance Unit (MFU) is a global unit within Corporate Services that leads on IUCN strategic engagement with the Global Environment Facility, Green Climate Fund, and other multilateral funds, and includes the Environmental and Social Management System. MFU main functions are to engage strategically with the Funds, to advise and guide IUCN regional and thematic experts on the pipeline development, to oversee the portfolio, and to monitor and report to the Funds. A core aspect of the work is to ensure compliance with the GEF and GCF technical and policy requirements. /p pIUCN is a Partner Agency to the GEF since 2014 and an Accredited Entity to the GCF since 2016. /p pUnder the overall strategic and operational guidance of the Director Multilateral Finance Unit, and working closely with Portfolio Managers and Senior Finance Officers, the Programme Officer – Monitoring and Reporting (GEF and GCF) contributes to the effective implementation and oversight of GEF and GCF-funded projects by supporting monitoring and evaluation, communications, and knowledge management, and by providing substantive inputs to programme planning, coordination, and reporting. /p h3Job Description /h3 pUnder the supervision of the Director Multilateral Finance Unit, and working closely with the Portfolio Managers and Senior Finance Officer, the Programme Officer will undertake the following responsibilities: /p ol liMain areas: ul liMonitoring Evaluation (ME) /li liCommunications Visibility /li liKnowledge Management /li liProgram Management and Coordination /li liProgram Development and Portfolio Support /li /ul /li li1. Monitoring Evaluation (ME) ul liSupport pipeline and portfolio monitoring and prepare dashboards for the GEF and GCF, and relevant presentations. /li liCompile portfolio performance data and progress against indicators, identifying implementation gaps, risks, and corrective actions. /li liDraft and consolidate high-quality internal and donor reports, including coordination and inputs to GEF Project Implementation Reports (PIRs) and GCF Annual Performance Reports (APRs). /li liProvide review and technical inputs to indicator development, baselines, and targets in line with results-based management principles. /li liAssist and support mid-term reviews, terminal evaluations, and other independent assessments. /li liEnsure completeness check, data quality assurance, consistency, and proper maintenance of ME systems and databases. /li /ul /li li2. Communications Visibility ul liSupport development and implementation of project communication and visibility plans aligned with GEF and GCF requirements in collaboration with IUCN Global Communication Unit. /li liAssist with the preparation of communication materials, including briefs, success stories, web content, and social media outputs. /li liEnsure compliance with donor branding and visibility guidelines. /li liSupport with internal and external communication teams to enhance the visibility and strategic positioning of project results. /li liSupport the organization of outreach events, workshops, and high-level engagements. /li /ul /li li3. Knowledge Management ul liSupport design and operationalise knowledge management approaches across the project portfolio. /li liAssist with the development of knowledge products, including case studies, lessons learned, and policy briefs. /li liFacilitate knowledge sharing across projects, partners, and stakeholders. /li liMaintain and improve knowledge repositories and document management systems. /li liContribute to global knowledge platforms and communities of practice. /li /ul /li li4. Program Management and Coordination ul liProvide substantive support to program planning, implementation, and monitoring. /li liReview and contribute to annual work plans, budgets, and procurement plans. /li liSupport financial tracking and reporting. /li liIdentify implementation bottlenecks and propose solutions in coordination with portfolio managers and project teams. /li liLiaise directly with executing partners, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of activities. /li liDraft meeting minutes, technical reports, and correspondence. /li liProvide coordination support to the Director Multilateral Finance Unit. /li /ul /li li5. Program Development and Portfolio Support ul liProvide technical support on completeness check of proposal packages ready for internal review and submission to donors. /li liContribute to the preparation of new project concepts and proposals for GEF and GCF, including logframes, theory of change, and budgets. /li liSupport resource mobilization efforts and pipeline development, especially for new regions and thematics. /li liContribute to portfolio-level analysis, synthesis of results, and strategic reporting. /li /ul /li /ol h3Requirements /h3 ul libEducation /b: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in environmental studies, international development, project management, communications, or a related field. /li libExperience skills /b: ul liMinimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in project management, monitoring and evaluation (ME), or related areas. /li liExperience working with GEF, GCF, or similar donor-funded projects is required. /li liProven experience in results-based management, including data analysis and reporting. /li liExperience in communications and/or knowledge management. /li liExperience coordinating with multiple stakeholders and partners. /li liProficiency in monitoring and evaluation (ME) methodologies and tools. /li liExcellent proficiency in written and spoken English. One other IUCN language (French, Spanish) is highly preferable. /li liStrong analytical and problem-solving skills. /li liExcellent drafting and communication skills. /li liStrong organizational and coordination skills. /li liAbility to work independently and as part of a team. /li liProficiency in MS Office; knowledge of data visualization or analytical tools is an asset. /li liKnowledge of and work with IUCN and partners is an asset. /li liDemonstrated professionalism, results orientation, and strong planning and organising skills. /li /ul /li /ul h3Applications /h3 pApplicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System. /p pApplications will not be accepted after the closing date; only selected applicants will be notified for interviews. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr