Org. Setting and Reporting

ECA’s mission is to deliver ideas and actions for an empowered and transformed Africa; informed by the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063. The mission is guided by ECA’s five strategic directions which aim to: advance ECA’s position as a premier knowledge institution that builds on its unique position and privilege to bring global solutions to the continent’s problems and take local solution to the continent; Developing macroeconomic and structural policy options to accelerate inclusive industrialization for poverty and inequality reduction; Designing and implementing innovative financing models for infrastructure, and for human, physical and social assets for transforming Africa; Contributing solutions to regional and transboundary challenges, with a focus on peace security and social inclusion as an important development nexus; Advocating Africa’s position at the global level and developing regional responses as a contribution to global development issues. The Climate, Food Security and Natural Resources Division (CFND) is headed by a director and is accountable to the Deputy Executive Secretary (Programme). The Division is responsible for enhancing climate resilience, achieving food security and advancing inclusive and sustainable development by harnessing land, natural resources and the green and blue economies. It is divided into two main sections: African Climate Policy, and Natural Resources & Food Systems. The position is located in the Climate, Food Security and Natural Resources Division (CFND) at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA). The incumbent works under the direct supervision of the Head of Section of African Climate Policy in the Climate, Food Security and Natural Resources Division (CFND)

Responsibilities

Within the delegated authority the Inter-regional Adviser (Climate Finance) will be responsible for the following duties: – Support analytical work and research related to climate finance and just transitions in Africa by generating in-depth knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts, approaches and practices relevant to policy analysis as they relate to climate change, finance and development – Provide ongoing technical backstopping to the Africa Group of Negotiators on the development and further refinement of the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) on climate finance, including providing relevant data and metrics to facilitate monitoring progress and informing course correction where necessary. – Provide broad conceptual guidance on climate finance trends to UNECA and its partners in the lead up to COP32 in Ethiopia. – Support member states to quantify the costs of adaptation and mitigation in their nationally determined contributions (NDCs), identify the appropriate sources of finance for these actions, and monitor implementation progress. – Contribute to knowledge generation on climate finance and just transitions in Africa, with a particular focus on finance for climate adaptation. – Contribute to developing capacities of member states to access available climate finance for adaptation and mitigation, including identifying opportunities for mobilizing domestic finance for climate action – Support member states to manage climate finance and adaptation initiatives and projects, including their monitoring and evaluation. – Support the integration of climate change data and metrics in budgeting and GDP analyses of African economies, focusing especially on the costs of climate change adaptation and its impact on national budgets. – Support African Member States in integrating climate change loss and damage accounting in national budgets, and in accessing reimbursements from the Fund for Responding to Loss and damage (FRLD). – Contribute to the capacity development of member states, Regional Economic Communities (RECs) and other policy constituencies by delivering training and capacity-building programmes for planners, policy makers and other stakeholders in climate change adaptation and mitigation finance. – Contribute to ECA technical and related support to COP32 Presidency. – Work effectively with other CFND discipline specialists and staff of ECA to assess the impacts of climate finance on key climate sensitive sectors, including energy, agriculture, water, transport, infrastructure and related sectors.

Competencies

Professionalism: Ability to undertake analytical studies and elaborate policy for better understanding of climate finance and just transitions. Ability to conduct independent research and analysis. Capable of identifying issues, formulating options and making conclusions and recommendations on climate finance and just transitions topics. Determine suitability, validity and accuracy of data provided by different sources. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Knowledge of the African climate context. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Education

Advanced university degree (masters degree or equivalent) in economics, resource management or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with an additional two years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics, or data science programs is an advantage.

Job – Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven years progressively responsible experience in the climate/development finance, climate change and natural resources management at regional or country levels in the context of Africa is required. This should include at least three years of experience in research/analytical work on climate finance in Africa. Experience working with RECs and other international organizations is desirable. Qualifying years of experience are calculated following the receipt of the first-level university degree recognized by the United Nations. 2 years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English

or

French is required. Working knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult

https://languages.un.org

for details).

Required Languages

Language

Reading

Writing

Listening

Speaking

English

UN Level II

UN Level II

UN Level II

UN Level II

French

UN Level II

UN Level II

UN Level II

UN Level II

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

This position is available on a temporary basis until the end of February 2028. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United…