National Climate Finance / Resources Mobilization Expert
Organizational Context
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Sierra Leone is implementing a Green Climate Fund (GCF) funded project titled “Accelerating Action Towards Effective Climate Risk Management in Key Sectors in Sierra Leone.” This project aims to strengthen climate-risk management by conducting detailed vulnerability assessments and enhancing institutional collaboration on climate adaptation. It addresses gaps in National Adaptation Planning, comprehensive vulnerability assessments, climate data management, and private sector engagement in climate action, working with various stakeholders at national and sub-national levels.
Job Purpose
The National Climate Finance / Resources Mobilization Expert will provide crucial technical input to develop a Strategic Resource Mobilization Plan for climate adaptation in Sierra Leone. This includes contributing to a Climate Adaptation concept note and pre-feasibility study. The expert will also offer technical guidance for establishing a monitoring system to track adaptation actions and finance, ensuring alignment with the National Adaptation Plan's Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) framework. Furthermore, the role supports the establishment of a climate Trust Fund.
Responsibilities
Analyze the national and global climate financing landscape, identifying potential domestic and international funding sources, including government agencies, private sector entities, and multilateral funds. Quantify sector-specific investment requirements aligned with the full National Adaptation Plan (NAP) and develop investment timelines. Identify financing gaps by comparing forecasted needs with available resources. Propose appropriate financial instruments such as grants, loans, bonds, guarantees, and blended finance. Facilitate discussions on investment timeframes, sector priorities, and resource commitments. Organize consultation and validation workshops for concept note development. Ensure the resource mobilization plan aligns with the NAP and national climate policies. Compile analysis, stakeholder inputs, and recommendations into a comprehensive plan with clear steps, responsibilities, and timelines. Provide technical expertise for setting up and recommending initial contribution targets for the Climate Trust Fund. Prepare detailed reports and presentations on the plan and workshop outcomes.
Work Experience
A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in financing/resource mobilization, environmental management, and Climate Finance is required. Experience working with inter-governmental bodies and multidisciplinary teams is also essential. Knowledge of Sierra Leone’s environmental sector is considered an asset.
Skills
Strong analytical, strategic planning, and coordination skills are essential. Demonstrated knowledge in capacity development for Climate Finance and Resource Mobilization is required. Experience in working with inter-governmental bodies and multidisciplinary teams is necessary. Knowledge of Sierra Leone’s environmental sector is an asset. Leadership and supervisory experience in managing projects/programmes are beneficial. Previous work on similar ecosystems and projects, particularly in Climate Finance/Resource Mobilization and NAP GCF Readiness, is advantageous.