Liaison Officer for Tanzania

Established in 2010 by the 194 countries that are Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, the Green Climate Fund (GCF) takes pride in its role as the world’s largest dedicated climate fund. GCF finances transformative climate projects across developing countries, empowering them to respond to and combat climate change while promoting sustainable development within their communities. 
In addition to mobilising public and private sector investments through a diverse range of financing instruments, GCF strengthens the capacity of developing countries to undertake climate action through the Readiness and Preparatory Support Programme (the Readiness Programme). This initiative equips countries with the necessary resources to build foundations, skills, and capacities to effectively secure and manage climate financing. 

Tanzania is the largest country in East Africa with a rapidly growing population and economy. The current population of 56 million is expected to increase to 130 million by 2050. Tanzania is highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. Rising temperatures, longer dry spells, more intense heavy rainfall and sea level rise make Tanzania the 26th most vulnerable country to climate risks. Cyclical and periodic extreme weather events e.g. droughts and floods, are impacting all key sectors of the economy. 

The United Republic of Tanzania submitted its updated NDC in 2021. The updated NDC commits to reducing emissions by 30-35% by 2030 compared to the business-as-usual scenario. The updated NDC covers mitigation actions related to energy, transport, forestry, waste management as well as adaptation actions related to agriculture, livestock, forestry, energy, coastal, marine environments and fisheries, water sanitation and hygiene, tourism, land use and human settlements development, health, infrastructure, disaster risk reduction, and other cross-cutting areas. The United Republic of Tanzania has a national goal of guaranteeing access to clean and safe water for all by 2030. The country has also developed a draft NDC Implementation Plan which captures prioritized actions per sector and their respective costs in Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar. The total implementation costs are estimated at USD 19.2 billion. 
Accelerating and mobilizing climate finance is therefore critical to meet existing resources deficit. The United Republic of Tanzania will undertake critical macro climate reforms that would strengthen the resilience of the country’ economy to climate change. The Government intends to strengthen governance, coordination, while mainstreaming climate policies within budget and investment planning and aligning sectoral climate policies with national policies and commitments. Critical 
efforts will need to be undertaken to strengthen capacities and enhance the supervision of financial sector climate related risks and in catalysing private sector financing. 
 
In line with our commitment to enhancing national capacities, the 2024-2027 strategy for the Readiness Programme introduces a placement scheme available upon request from countries - via their National Designated Authorities (NDA) and focal points, - to deploy local experts within NDAsor other relevant agencies designated by the country that will be known as GCF Liaison Officers. 

These embedded experts will aim to ensure continuous, effective engagement with GCF, imparting knowledge of GCF policies, systems and processes and facilitating the development of programming capacities and enhanced direct access to climate finance for the achievement of national climate 
objectives. 

Role

The GCF Liaison Officer will act as the primary liaison between the GCF Secretariat and the country, providing essential support to the NDA or relevant agency in all matters concerning GCF climate action. This role entails close coordination with stakeholders relevant to the GCF activities in the country to ensure their seamless execution, including country programming, accreditation, readiness support conceptualisation and oversight, project preparation and implementation and other related activities. 

Objectives 

The placement scheme aims to achieve the following objectives through the role of the GCF Liaison Officer: 

(a) To facilitate the NDA develop a climate finance roadmap/ framework for strengthened delivery of climate finance; 
(b) To enhance the capacity of the NDA and relevant agencies to plan, develop and implement climate change adaptation and mitigation concept notes and funding proposal, including those from the private sector;
(c) To support the NDA in exploring the viability of modern climate ϐinancial instruments in the context of Tanzania and to develop a Menu of Options in support of operationalizing the climate finance framework and leveraging a pipeline of bankable mitigation and adaptation 
projects;
(d) In partnership with public and private stakeholders, to build on the efforts of the Ministry of Finance on sustainable finance by advancing on locally led climate action, disclosures, resilience planning, taxonomy development or application;
(e) To engage with the private sector to deliberate on policy actions and regulations, and to support the design of policy measures and non-financial de-risking measures that would enable the flow of capital for identiϐied climate-responsive projects;
(f) To support the NDA and/or relevant agencies in developing and implementing GCF country programmes, including facilitating the set up or improvement of coordination with relevant stakeholders; 
(g) To assist in accessing and implementing integrated programmes of readiness activities in the country that address identiϐied capacity gaps;
(h) To raise awareness and facilitate understanding in the country of the GCF funding windows, 
policies and processes; and
(i) To facilitate knowledge transfer and skill development among local stakeholders and communities.

Responsibilities

The following responsibilities to ensure the successful implementation of the placement scheme are provided:

Country Programme 

1. The following responsibilities to ensure the successful implementation of the placement scheme are:
   
   Support the development of Tanzania’ country programme with GCF, following the GCF guidance for country programmes; 
2. Assist the NDA in coordinating consultative processes within the country to identify key areas for results related to the implementation of climate ϐinance roadmap/framework, NDCs/NAPs/LTSs and developing project/programme ideas;
3. Assist in the process of identifying potential partners for the implementation of the Country Programme, including potential direct access entities;
4. Assist in the development and review of country programme drafts in collaboration with the NDA and GCF Secretariat teams, ensuring timely processing and incorporation of feedback; and
5. Facilitate and assist the NDA in the implementation of the country programme, including reporting annually and identifying challenges and opportunities to discuss with the NDA and GCF Secretariat.

Readiness 

1. Engage/assist the NDA in co-developing draft TOR for readiness support if and as needed, in close coordination with the GCF Secretariat. This is based on the medium-term strategic planning and includes outlining speciϐic support areas, required expertise and resources to address capacity gaps effectively, ensuring alignment with national priorities;
2. Support capacity and awareness building within the Ministry of Finance, public and private sector (particularly ϐinancial institutions) on (i) identiϐication, valuation and mainstreaming of climate risks in financial decision making, (ii) reporting in line with recognized climate and sustainability disclosure frameworks to align with international financing requirements and increase access to international finance, (iii) existing sustainable ϐinance taxonomies andtheir application, (iv) transition planning and financing, and (v) other measures to scale up sustainable investments. 
3. Assist the NDA to facilitate stakeholder engagement through transparent and effective communication with relevant country stakeholders, including ministries of finance, sector ministries, ministries of economy, strategic planning, central banks, executing entities, the private sector, subnational entities, development partners, GCF accredited entities and civil society organizations such as women’s groups, academia, Indigenous Peoples and local 
   communities. This approach adheres to GCF best practices for country coordination and multi-stakeholder engagement. The goal is to identify capacity gaps that inform the development and implementation of the TORs for readiness support;
4. Assist in completing the Financial Management Capacity Assessment (FMCA) form (1), if and as required;
5. Support the NDA with adaptative management requests as required; and
6. As required by the NDA, contribute to midterm reviews of readiness activities, and provide input for adjusting initial TORs as needed. 

  [1] To be eligible for readiness funding, agencies and entities that are no accredited to GCF undergo FMCA

Pipeline Development, Implementation, Monitoring and Reporting 

1. Contribute to capacity-building by imparting skills and knowledge to the NDA and relevant stakeholders to successfully develop, advance and implement climate investments; 
2. In coordination with the GCF Secretariat, provide advice, guidance and clariϐications to the NDA, accredited entities, and other stakeholders on GCF policies, procedures and instruments to successfully develop, advance and implement climate investments;
3. Assist the NDA in the development of project ideas, concept notes and funding proposals for the public and private sector, in close collaboration with the GCF Secretariat, the NDA and accredited entities;
4. Assist the NDA to facilitate stakeholder discussions to gather necessary information throughout the project cycle stages; 
5. Support the coordination of No Objection Letter processes in country, ensuring timely communication with Accredited Entities and promptly informing the GCF Secretariat of any potential issues;
6. Assist the NDA in the organization of project missions and other relevant events to support monitoring and showcase GCF results and conduct site visits to GCF project sites in coordination with the GCF Secretariat;
7. Assist the NDA in supporting and providing inputs to investigations led by the independent units of the GCF;
8. Support the NDA to maintain regular communication with accredited entities to report to the GCF Secretariat and help resolve any issues that may arise during the implementation of GCF investments in the country;
9. Support the NDA and relevant agencies with the preparation of country portfolio results reporting as required by the GCF Secretariat; 
10. Assist the NDA in the organization of field visits/monitoring of GCF funded projects or other relevant events to showcase GCF results;
11. Provide technical support to the NDA in the implementation of relevant new or ongoing projects and initiatives;
12. Contribute to the preparation of regular reports, briefs, and policy preparation as required; and
13. Perform any other duties as may be assigned.

Assignment Details

• The GCF Liaison Officer will be based in Dodoma, Tanzania and will operate from the offices of the NDA. 
• The GCF Liaison Officer will support the NDA and report to the appropriate regional manager of the GCF Secretariat. 
• As part of their reporting obligations, the Officer is expected to compile a quarterly report detailing activities conducted and results achieved, to be shared with the NDA and GCF Secretariat. 

Qualifications and Experience 

The following qualifications and experience are required. 

• A master’s or higher degree in climate change/environmental science, climate economics/ϐinance, economics, engineering, project ϐinance or a closely related discipline; 
• At least five (5) years of experience in the public and/or private sector with a demonstrated focus on climate investment and ϐinancing 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 investments;
• At least five (5) 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 Tanzania providing a deep understanding of the local context and challenges;
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and engage with multiple stakeholders, reϐlecting 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 Kiswahili is highly desirable;
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and adaptability; and
• Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to ethical standards, including integrity, transparency and accountability in all professional activities.
• Familiarity with the GCF, including operational mechanisms and funding modalities will be an asset; 
• Fluency in French and English is required; 
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and adaptability; and 
• Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to ethical standards, including integrity, transparency and accountability in all professional activities. 

============REMARKS==============

• The Closing date for this post is 30th June, 2025 at 11:59 KST.
• Interviews will be held in English.
• Individuals currently employed as civil servants, whether actively or on leave with or without pay are not eligible to participate in this procurement process.
• The initial term for this position is 11 months and 29 days with a maximum of 180 working days per year with the possibility of extension based on annual performance evaluations, the ongoing need for the role, and available funding.
• Preference will be given to nationals or residents of Tanzania for this position.