Technical Analyst

Key Functions and Results1. TECHNICAL ADVICE TO SUPPORT MOBILISATION OF COFINANCING FROM CLIMATE FUNDS Assist the technical specialist(s) during project entry into pipeline by compiling background materials and coordinating documentation requirements.Support the technical specialist with preliminary data quality checks for PIF's and Project Document/budgets to be submitted to the relevant climate Fund.Assist in compiling technical feedback and best practice inputs under the guidance of the technical specialists, to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the project cycle.Support coordination with PFM and FCD to ensure that budgets are aligned with both internal IFAD policy requirements and the relevant climate Fund policy requirements.Assist in consolidating and documenting feedback from the relevant climate Fund Secretariat for CEO Endorsement submission packages.Under the supervision of the technical specialist, and in coordination with PFM and FCD, support in reviewing PPGs and project grant budgets to ensure alignment with IFAD and the specific climate Fund policy requirements and assist Budget Holders in the preparation of annual project work plans and project fee work plans.Support the technical specialist in reviewing downstream agreements (on a demand basis) to ensure that the relevant climate Fund project requirements are captured appropriately2. SUPPORT TO IMPLEMENTATION, INCLUDING ON MONITORING, EVALUATION AND REPORTING Provide support in organizing and scheduling project annual reports.mid-term and terminal evaluation reports, and related project closure activities and reporting, under the guidance of the technical team.Assist in compiling inputs for IFAD's reporting to the relevant climate Fund, including preparation of guidance material on annual reports, uploading information in the relevant climate Fund's portal and assisting with revisions, under the guidance and direction of the technical team.Support the monitoring of project implementation performance and milestones of the assigned portfolio, including through the Key Performance Indicators (KPI) used by the relevant climate Fund and by IFAD to assess agency performance.Track project delivery timelines and budgets and provide input and support to project originators and PDTs during budget revisions, and support actions aimed at increasing speed of operations and project delivery.Assist in preparing analytical reports and identifying projects that may be at risk of underperformance, under the guidance of senior staff.Support coordination with Regional Technical Leads, Project Design Teams, Decentralized Offices, and HQ Technical teams involved in corporate monitoring to follow up on recommended actions.3. KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT AND CAPACITY BUILDING Contribute to knowledge building and knowledge sharing by assisting in the documentation of project achievements and lessons learned at different stages of the project cycle (PIR, MTR, TE and as needed).Support in providing relevant climate Fund related information into IFAD corporate documents.4. PARTNERSHIP BUILDING Provide logistical and technical support to the relevant climate Fund Regional and Country Portfolio Meetings.Liaise with Regional Technical Leads (RTLs) and Budget Holders (BHs) to collect inputs and prepare materials for CEF and relevant climate Fund corporate and regional Portfolio Review Meetings.5. MANAGERIAL FUNCTIONS Support the management of data from IFAD corporate database FMDB, ECG relevant climate Fund 's portfolio dashboard and prepare periodic reports covering key performance indicators and other key parameters of IFAD's project cycle efficiency.Help with IFAD's internal administrative and clearance processes for the operationalization of relevant climate Fund approved PPGs and projects.Support data entry of PIF and CER submissions through the relevant climate Fund portal and entry of project milestone information into the relevant climate Fund Portal.Assist with data entry and updates into IFAD systems (including relevant climate Fund database and work plan tool).Perform any other related tasks as requested by the supervisor.Position specifics: Accountabilities of the Technical Analyst (GEF) include carrying out the above functions specifically for GEF, this includes, but is not limited to: Assist with data quality checks for PIFs and CEO Endorsement submissions to the GEF.Support the preparation and upload of reports and submissions through the GEF portal, including compliance with GEF-specific formats and templates.Monitor implementation performance in line with GEF tracking tools and KPIs, and coordinate portfolio reviews involving GEF project teams.Assist in the preparation of Project Preparation Grant (PPG) submissions and alignment with GEF-specific requirements for grant operations and cofinancing structures.Key Performance Indicators Assignments require the provision of technical input and expertise throughout the full programme/project cycle, including support to knowledge sharing with peers and counterparts.The work involves not only technical analysis and synthesis but also contributing to project methodology and design, knowledge sharing among peers and counterparts, fostering cooperation and synergy, and supporting monitoring and evaluation activities to capture lessons learned and best practices.The work is moderately complex and requires proficient technical analysis, reporting, and collaborative engagement.Position specifics: Timely and accurate technical and operational support provided to the GEF Technical Specialist in monitoring the GEF project pipeline and portfolio, supporting compliance with operational procedures and contributing to the smooth implementation of climate-finance related activities.Working Relationships The work relationships of the Technical Analyst involve providing technical expertise and supporting the resolution of issues that arise during mission planning, project design and appraisal, and the preparation of studies and reports.The incumbent contributes technical knowledge and analytical support within their area of specialization and works under the supervision and guidance of senior technical staff.They assist in the provision of technical inputs and methodological support at the country and regional levels, as required.Contacts are maintained with colleagues in other United Nations organizations, government officials, non-governmental and intergovernmental organizations, as well as research institutes and academia, primarily for information exchange, coordination of activities, and implementation support.In supporting intergovernmental bodies, expert groups, and meetings, the Technical Analyst contributes technical advice and assists in policy development and the formulation of official conclusions, under guidance from senior staff.The incumbent may provide information on organizational policies as authorized but does not typically represent the organization independently.The Technical Analyst maintains contacts to monitor and report on relevant emerging developments in their area of expertise.Position specifics: The incumbent works under the supervision and guidance of the GEF Technical Specialist in ECG, and in collaboration with the other ECG specialists working on climate and environmental funds in HQ and in the regions, as well as the other divisions involved on the CEFs.While the primary focus is on the GEF portfolio, the incumbent contributes to broader climate funds activities as part of the climate team within ECG.In this capacity, they support ECG Regional Leads and Decentralized Office colleagues in the programming, preparation, and implementation support of CEF projects that complement and strengthen IFAD's country operations.Job Profile Requirements Organizational Competencies: Level 1: ¿ Building relationships and partnerships - Builds and maintains effective working relationships ¿ Communicating and negotiating - Communicates effectively; creates understanding between self and others ¿ Demonstrating leadership - Personal leadership and attitude to change ¿ Focusing on clients - Focuses on clients ¿ Learning, sharing knowledge and innovating - Continuously seeks to learn, shares knowledge innovates ¿ Managing performance and developing staff ¿ Managing time, resources and information - Manages own time, information and resources effectively ¿ Problem-solving and decision-making - Demonstrates sound problem-solving and decision-making ability ¿ Strategic thinking and organizational development - Personal influence ¿ Team working - Contributes effectively to the team Education: Level - Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) from an accredited institution in the field of specialization.e.g., Political Sciences, International Relations, Rural Development, Natural Resource Management, Environment, Economics etc Degree must be an accredited institution listed on .Experiences At least 2 years of progressively relevant professional experience in a related role providing analytical support on issues related to climate finance, IT tools for data management, knowledge management.Demonstrated experience in working as part of a multidisciplinary team and with country governments and international development partners.Languages: Required: English (4 - Excellent).Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, including the ability to set out a coherent analysis in presentations and group interaction Desirable: Working knowledge of another official language (Arabic, French or Spanish).Skills: Knowledge strategy management: Extensive expertise in knowledge management dissemination strategie FAD governance mandate: In depth knowledge of IFAD`s governance structure, mandate, strategic priorities and technical work Analytical skills: Outstanding ability to analyse and synthesize qualitative and/or quantitative information from a variety of sources and filter out key insights and recommendations Project coordination: Identification of key-priorities, ability to work with others, coordinate and structure work to meet deadlines and adjustment of workplan/resource allocation when needed, identification and management of project-related risks Basic ICT digital fluency: Expertise relevant to the specific role (e.g. in-depth, computer information systems, including micro-computer operating systems software, hardware and applications software and other office technology equipment), end-user computing configuration management Written communication: Clear, succinct and convincing written communication in the language needed for specific role; highly professional, balanced and diplomatic language (e.g. for drafting of position papers, briefings, etc.) Social Environmental Safeguards: Know-how in Social Environmental compliance as specified in the IFAD's Social, Environmental and Climate Assessment Procedures (SECAP) Cross-cutting themes - Gender and social inclusion: Expertise specific to gender and social inclusion cross-cutting theme (e.g. youth, targeting strategies)