Board Affairs Officer at Green Climate Fund

Incheon, , South Korea -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operational Support, Logistical Support, Governance Engagements, Document Access, Membership Records, Coordination, Transaction Execution, Meeting Operations, Virtual Platforms, Travel Arrangements, Visa Requirements, Observer Accreditation, Database Maintenance, Quality Control, Checklist Management, Information Processing

Industry

International Affairs

Description

Grade: F Deadline: 22 March 2026 (11:59 PM KST) Introduction The Green Climate Fund is the world’s largest dedicated multilateral climate fund and invests in impactful, innovative, catalytic programs and projects in developing countries across the globe As we celebrate 10 years of climate action, our portfolio has grown to over USD 19.3 billion across more than 336 projects in over 130 countries[G[1] —demonstrating the transformative power of strategic climate finance at scale. In 2023, an additional USD 12.8 billion was pledged, to support our new strategic and programming cycle from 2024-2027; our ambition is to grow to become at least a USD 50 billion fund by 2030. Rooted in the core objectives of impact and efficiency, access and a focus on the most vulnerable, and mobilizing unprecedented public and private sector financial flows for climate action we have unparalleled scale and resources. Our risk appetite and flexibility enable us to bring together diverse partners and stakeholders in innovative partnerships for profound impact. GCF is seeking talented individuals with a commitment to tackling complex global climate change challenges. You will be committed to making a positive, measurable difference through a mission-driven role, and thrive in a fast-paced, diverse environment. You will be a nurturer of people: recognizing and growing the talent around you, exemplifying values of transparency, respect and innovation. You will be committed to learning, knowledge-sharing, convening and communicating with partners to develop and implement climate action initiatives that make a profound difference to people and planet. You will join a team of talented, committed individuals representing almost 80 nationalities and bringing skills and experience from academic, scientific, private, government and nonprofit backgrounds. Together, we work with governments, communities and civil society, technical agencies, and the private sector across the world. About the Green Climate Fund (GCF) Set up in 2010 by the 194 countries who are Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), GCF takes its responsibility as the world’s largest dedicated multilateral climate fund to heart. Over the past decade GCF has funded transformative climate projects across the developing world, supporting countries in their responses and actions to tackle climate change while fostering sustainable development within their communities. Our country-driven approach ensures that our actions are tailored to the unique circumstances and national aspirations of each nation we support. Beyond channeling public and private sector investment through diverse financing instruments, GCF builds the capacity of developing countries to take climate action through an extensive Readiness Programme equipping countries to increasingly manage their climate futures. Headquartered in the Republic of Korea, GCF operates with a diverse and talented workforce of over 300 people. Interested in more information? Learn about working for GCF: https://www.greenclimate.fund/about/careers [https://www.greenclimate.fund/about/careers] View current vacancies: https://jobs.greenclimate.fund/ [https://jobs.greenclimate.fund/] Position Objective Under the guidance of the Head of Board Affairs and the Secretary to the Board, the position contributes to the end-to-end operational and logistics support for GCF Board meetings and governance engagements, ensuring high-quality participation experience for Co-Chairs, Board members and their advisors and Board appointed Committees, secure and timely document access, accurate membership/participation records, and smooth coordination across the Secretariat and independent units. Input Execute Intricate Transactions * Provides operational and logistical support for Board meetings, including preparations, on-site coordination, and follow-up arrangements. * Supports meeting operations by overseeing registration, room scheduling, virtual platforms, access arrangements, and ensuring the provision of required materials. * Coordinates logistical support to Board Co-Chairs, and Board members and their advisers for their participation in the Board meetings and trainings, including travel arrangements, visa requirements and access to documents. * Manages the observer accreditation cycle and the transmittal of communications on project and subproject disclosures in accordance with Board decisions and established procedures. Throughput Inform * Supports the Head of Board Affairs and the Secretary to the Board in managing essential communications to the Board and Active Observers, including meeting notices, procedural announcements, and updates to Board representatives. * Contributes to coordinating logistical matters across the Secretariat’s offices and departments, and independent units for the effective operations of Board meetings. * Manages logistical coordination of Board consultations, including for Board technical sessions. * Serves as a point of contact for applicant observer organizations during the accreditation cycle, providing procedural guidance and updates. Output Prioritize and Select * Contributes to maintaining and ensuring the quality control of Board membership databases, including transitions in Board membership terms. * Prepares and contributes to the preparation of logistical documents and tracks and completes logistical checklists and critical paths for each Board meeting, including dependencies and deadlines. * Processes information to address requests from Board members, their advisers, and observers. * Maintains Board Affairs databases, platforms and other tools to assist the effective decision-making of the Board. Requirements (Education, experience, technical competencies required of the job) * Advanced university degree in law, international relations, diplomacy, environmental policy, economics, finance, sustainable development, climate policy or related fields; or a relevant bachelor’s degree with two (2) additional years of experience * At least five (5) years of relevant work experience, such as governance servicing, executive operations, event delivery for high-level international bodies, conference services, protocol; experience working for international organizations and/or multilateral organizations is an asset * Excellent written and oral English communication skills are essential for this position * Ability to work under pressure, under strict timelines, demonstrating complex problem-solving with independent judgment and decision-making * Good knowledge of office technology, such as the MS Office suite, SharePoint, as well as experience with Internet use and e-mail applications * Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, and highly developed cultural sensitivity in communicating with all levels of staff and external clients For details on grade levels, salary scales and benefits, please refer to: https://www.greenclimate.fund/document/staff-regulations [https://www.greenclimate.fund/document/staff-regulations] The closing date for application is 22 March 2026. Applications submitted after the deadline may not be considered. *The person assessed by the Selection Panel as most suitable for the position will be proposed for appointment. Selection among short-listed candidates will also take into account performance at interview, appropriate testing, and references. Applications from women and nationals of developing countries are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

This role provides end-to-end operational and logistical support for Green Climate Fund Board meetings and governance engagements, ensuring high-quality participation experiences and secure document access. Responsibilities include executing intricate transactions like meeting support, coordinating logistics for members, managing accreditation cycles, and informing stakeholders through essential communications.