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GREEN CLIMATE FUND OFFICCE OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR POLICY & STRATEGY INTERN

Application Deadline: 7 January, 2024

LOCATION: South Korea

The Intern will provide analytical and operational support to the ​Policy and Strategy Unit and Operations unit in the Office of the Executive Director​. S/he will have the opportunity to learn and expand her/his experiences by providing assistance in relation to implementation of the GCF Strategic Plan 2024-2027 and Secretariat 2024 work programme, supporting the delivery of the Secretariat policy cycle from development to implementation, project pipeline management and management of the Secretariat investment committees.  

ELIGIBILITY:

Enrolled in Master’s program in International Relations, Law, Finance, Economics, Science or related fields;  

Applications from women and nationals from developing countries are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Knowledge and experience in analyzing complex problems, data and processes; and coordinating collaboration between multiple stakeholders;  

Ability to multitask and deliver within tight timelines, while demonstrating attention to detail; 

Excellent drafting, presentation and communication skills; 

Good understanding and experience in climate change, climate finance and/or designing and implementing projects in developing countries is an added advantage; 

Proficiency in using standard software programs: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Asana or other project management software; 

Fluency in English is essential; knowledge of another United Nations language, in particular French and Spanish, and/or Portuguese is an advantage. 

BENEFIT:

Remuneration: US$ 1,300/month 

Duration: 6 months 

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GREEN CLIMATE FUND INDEPENDENT EVALUATION UNIT (IEU) INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

Application Deadline: 7 January, 2024

LOCATION: South Korea

The Green Climate Fund (GCF) is a multilateral fund created to make significant and ambitious contributions to the global efforts to combat climate change. The GCF contributes to achieving the objectives of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the Paris Agreement. The Independent Evaluation Office (IEU) of the GCF informs the decision-making by the Board, conducts periodic independent evaluations of GCF performance, and provides evaluation reports to the Conference of Parties of the UNFCCC. It has dual learning and accountability functions within the GCF. The evaluation intern will support the IEU in the delivery of its objectives, including in the development and undertaking of evaluations. 

ELIGIBILITY:

The duty station is in South Korea. The GCF still aims to attract candidates from diverse backgrounds and nationalities.

Applications from women and nationals of developing countries are strongly encouraged.

Currently enrolled in a PhD/masters programme or recently graduated;

Knowledge of conducting research methods, in particular, qualitative data analysis and synthesis;

Demonstrable experience in studying and applying dimensions of environmental policy and evaluation;

Knowledge of international organizations, development agencies, government, private sector, or non-profit sector;

Experience working with colleagues from different functions and cultures. Proven ability to work well within a team environment;

Mature judgment and commitment to confidentiality;

Excellent writing skills and capacity to record accurate minutes;

Good analytical skills and be able to analyze documents and projects quickly and accurately;

Proficiency in standard Microsoft Office software programs;

Fluency in English is essential.

Deadline: 7 Jan 2023 (Internship starts 08 July 2024)

BENEFIT:

Remuneration: US$ 1,300/month plus health insurance.

The internship is a six-month program with the possibility of renewal.

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