Climate Finance Advisor (Home based Retainer) - Amman, Jordan

Climate Finance Advisor (Home based Retainer) - Amman, Jordan | UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services

Climate Finance Advisor (Home based Retainer) - Amman, Jordan

UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services Remote | Home Based - May require travel National LICA 10 level Speaks Arabic, English

Application deadline: May 27, 2026 (13 days)

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Summary by Impactpool

The Climate Finance Advisor will support the operationalization of Jordan's newly established Climate Finance Division within the Ministry of Environment. This role involves defining the Division's mandate, strengthening inter-ministerial coordination, and developing a pipeline of bankable projects aligned with Jordan's climate goals. The Advisor will also build internal capacity through training and mentoring, while facilitating partnerships with various stakeholders to mobilize climate finance. This position is based and requires a national of Jordan or a valid residence permit.

Candidate Requirements:

Master’s degree in finance, environmental studies, public policy, economics, or project management

Minimum 5 years of experience in climate-related work within the public sector

Minimum 3 years in climate policy, sustainable finance, or policy-to-investment translation

Experience in project management and stakeholder engagement

Demonstrated experience in mobilizing resources from international climate funds

Fluent in English and Arabic

General Information

Position Title

Climate Finance Advisor (Home based Retainer) - Amman, Jordan

Job Category

Partnerships

Duty Station(s)

Home based

Seniority Level

Mid Level

ICS Level

ICS 10

Contract Type

ICA - LICA - Specialist - Retainer

Contract Level

LICA 10

Posting Start Date

13-May-2026

Posting End Date

27-May-2026

Duration

12 months, maximum of 220 working days, with the possibility of an extension depending on satisfactory performance and on availability of funds

Job Highlight

The position supports the operationalization of Jordan’s newly established Climate Finance Division within the Ministry of Environment. Embedded within government structures, the role institutionalizes Jordan’s national climate finance architecture by defining the Division’s mandate, procedures, and coordination mechanisms with key ministries. It strengthens systems to mobilize and track finance aligned with the NDC 3.0 Action Plan and Long Term Strategy, while building internal capacity through mentoring and proposal development. The assignment includes developing a pipeline of bankable projects and supporting pre-concept notes for mechanisms such as the Green Climate Fund, Global Environment Facility, and Adaptation Fund. It also contributes to a national Climate Investment Plan and project tracking platform to ensure strategic, transparent, and sustainable climate finance management.

About the Region

The UNOPS Global Portfolios Office (GPO) brings together diverse expertise to help partners deliver impact worldwide. With hubs in New York, Geneva, and Vienna, and expert teams operating globally, GPO leads multi-regional initiatives that advance sustainable development, climate action, and peacebuilding - including in some of the world’s most challenging environments. By leveraging our collective expertise and global networks, GPO supports UNOPS’ strategic priorities and the Sustainable Development Goals across more than 130 countries. We work closely with major global partners - including governments, international financial institutions, and UN agencies - to deliver a wide range of services, such as project management, fund management, hosting services, and HR support.

About the Country/Multi-Country Office

As part of the Global Portfolios Office, UNOPS Geneva provides comprehensive solutions in secretariat hosting, operational support, and fund management. We manage global programmes, including the Water, Environment and Climate (WEC) Portfolio, offering project management, procurement, HR, and financial services. Geneva hosts the secretariats of eight global partnerships focused on health (RBM, Stop TB, ATscale), nutrition (SUN), water/sanitation (SHF), humanitarian leadership (GELI), urban development (Cities Alliance), and disaster displacement (PDD). We also provide fund management for EIF and UN Water, and operational support to Geneva-based partners like the Global Fund and UNHCR. The EU-UNOPS Lives in Dignity (LiD) Grant Facility is also based here.

About the Project Office

WEC Background:  

The Water, Environment and Climate (WEC) portfolio, based in Vienna, and with offices based globally is part of the UNOPS Global Portfolio Office. The Portfolio has built strong partnerships and is effectively managing a portfolio of over 500 million USD over the last 15 years to support key initiatives with fund management, project implementation and administrative support.  

 WEC effectively operationalizes partners' agendas with global approaches, as well as regional and country-specific activities focused on climate action, protection and conservation of the environment. Partners profit from WEC’s ability to operationalize and/or scale up their important substantive agendas, including in support of key multilateral environmental and climate agreements, such as the Paris Agreement, the Cartagena Convention as well as the Sustainable Development Goals.  

About the Group

The NDC Partnership:

The NDC Partnership is a global coalition, bringing together more than 250 members, including more than 130 countries, developed and developing, and more than 110 institutions to deliver on ambitious climate action that helps achieve the Paris Agreement and drive sustainable development. Governments identify their NDC implementation priorities and the type of support that is needed to translate them into actionable policies and programs. Based on these requests, the membership offers a tailored package of expertise, technical assistance and funding. This collaborative response provides developing countries with efficient access to a wide range of resources to adapt to and mitigate climate change and foster more equitable and sustainable development. The NDC Partnership Support Unit is jointly hosted by the World Resources Institute (WRI), the UN Office for Project Services (UNOPS) and the UN Climate Change Secretariat (UNFCCC). For this project, the Consultant will be contracted through UNOPS.

Job Specific Context

Jordan has recently established a Climate Finance Division within the Ministry of Environment to institutionalize the country’s ability to mobilize, coordinate, and track climate finance. Under the Ministry of Environment’s designation as the Nationally Designated Authority (NDA) and main focal point for major Multilateral Climate Funds, and chairing the National Climate Change Committee; this Division will serve as the national hub for aligning climate-related resources with Jordan’s updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) Action Plan and forthcoming Long-Term Strategy (LTS). 

Under the supervision of N DC Partnership Country Engagement Specialist  the Climate Finance Advisor will be responsible for operationalizing Jordan's new Climate Finance Division. This role involves reporting to the NDC Partnership and providing support to the Director of Climate Change and as requested by the NDA.

The Advisor will establish the Division’s internal frameworks, strengthen inter-ministerial coordination, and develop a bankable project pipeline aligned with Jordan’s NDC and LTS. Key to this role is ensuring long-term institutional autonomy; the Advisor will build staff capacity and ensure continuity to enable the Ministry to independently mobilize and manage climate finance.

*This is a retainer national vacancy/position for twelve 12 months, maximum of 220 working days, with the possibility of an extension depending on satisfactory performance and on availability of funds for the period of the NDC.

**This is a Homebased position, meaning that the incumbent will not work from a UNOPS office but from the government facilities. Therefore, the incumbent will need to use his/her own laptop and software. 

*** As this is a Local Position, in order to be eligible, the incumbent should be a national of Jordan or have a valid residence permit in the country.

****Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Role Purpose

The objective of this assignment is to mobilize a Climate Finance Advisor to support the guiding of the new Climate Finance Division's mandate, strengthening institutional capacity, and supporting the effective delivery of its work programme.

The Advisor will provide direct assistance to operationalize the new Division, strengthen systems, build staff capacity, and support the development of bankable projects. The Advisor will also help Jordan engage the private sector, existing international and national public and private funds and create an enabling environment to unlock additional resources for climate action.

Functions / Key Results Expected

In collaboration with the Director of Climate Change, s/h will provide embedded technical support to the to achieve the following outputs through specific activities:

1. Institutionalizing the Climate Finance Division Mandate and Operational Framework

 

Conduct an institutional needs assessment of the new Division.

Draft and validate the functions, operational framework and internal procedures.

Develop coordination protocols with the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation, Ministry fo Investment, climate finance accredited entities (such as the Cities and Villages Development Bank) and line ministries.

Provide flexible support to the Climate Finance Division in cross-cutting or related tasks to ensure effective operations.

2.Institutional Capacity and Staff Skills Strengthening  

Deliver targeted trainings on climate finance mobilization, proposal preparation and review, and donor and private sector engagement.

Provide mentoring and on-the-job support through the co-development of funding proposals, review of concept notes and proposals as well as development and prioritization of project pipeline.

Establish knowledge-sharing and peer-learning mechanisms; set up a digital resource hub and a peer-to-peer training program so staff can easily share expertise and onboard new colleagues independently.

3. Partnerships and Coordination Mechanisms Operationalization

    

Facilitate establishment of an inter-ministerial working group on climate finance in coordination with the Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation, and Ministry of Finance.

Develop guidance notes for integrating climate finance into national planning, budgeting and reporting.

Convene and institutionalize regular meetings and coordination with donors, the private sector, and civil society to align climate finance priorities and ensure complementarity towards achieving national targets.

Develop and operationalise communication plan to enhance transparency and public access to information related to climate finance.

Secure assistance and provide direct oversight to develop a national climate projects platform that would enable compilation and tracking of all ongoing and pipeline climate projects to inform reporting, planning and resource mobilization. This could be done through GCF or other partners and should be accessible by all stakeholders and line ministries.

4. Development of the Climate Project Pipeline and Private Sector Engagement Framework

    

Identify priority sectors from the NDC 3.0 and LTS and facilitate the development of  project pipeline with clear guidance on finance mechanism (e.g. international funds, private investment, blended finance etc.).

Support the preparation of at least 3 pre-concept notes with the Climate Finance Division for international climate finance mechanisms (e.g. GCF, GEF, Adaptation Fund) to be utilized by governmental entities for future application.

Develop a private sector engagement strategy and an inclusive list of private sector actors and investors in coordination with line ministries (investment, industry and trade, agriculture, transport, water etc) to enable more effective engagement around identified priority sectors/projects. 

5. Develop and deploy Implementation and Investment Planning Frameworks

    

Support the Ministry of Environment in preparing a national Climate Investment Plan and/or NDC Implementation Plan, in close coordination with the Ministry of Planning, Ministry of Investment and Ministry of Finance.

Support the application of international best practices and tools for investment planning and resource prioritization.

Support the development of sectoral investment frameworks for high-impact NDC sectors (e.g., water, energy, transport, waste).

Facilitate stakeholder consultations to ensure national ownership and alignment with development and fiscal policies.

Build the capacity of ministry staff to update and use investment frameworks for future planning cycles.

Produce actionable roadmaps linking identified investment opportunities with financing sources such as domestic, bilateral, multilateral and the private sector.

Skills

Climate Change, Policy Analysis, Project Management, Resource Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Mobilization, Effective communication

Competencies

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organisation. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organisation.

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organisational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Education Requirements

Required

Master’s degree in a related discipline such as finance, environmental studies, public policy, economics, project management, or other relevant fields to the position OR

Bachelor’s degree with an additional 2 years of relevant work experience (7 total) may be accepted in lieu of an advanced 

Experience Requirements

Required

Minimum 5 years of experience in climate-related work within the public sector.

Minimum 3 years in areas such as climate policy, sustainable finance, and policy-to-investment translation.

Experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, or proposal development, with exposure to public, private, or nonprofit sectors.

Demonstrated experience in mobilizing resources from international climate funds      e.g., GCF, GEF, Adaptation Fund, is essential. Including a strong understanding of the global climate finance landscape, including multilateral and bilateral donor requirements.

Desired

Demonstrated experience working in Jordan (or Middle East/North Africa).

Proven track record of working as an embedded advisor within a government ministry or public institution, navigating complex bureaucratic processes.

Experience in designing institutional frameworks, governance systems, or monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems for finance and/or proven ability to engage with the private sector and develop blended finance or green investment frameworks.

Language Requirements

Language Proficiency Level Requirement

English Fluent Required

Arabic Fluent Required

Additional Information

UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes. 

UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind.

Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. 

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