Vacancy Announcement
Position Title: NGCF Coordination Specialist
Job Posting Date: 21 August 2025
Closing Date: 05 September 2025, 04:59 AM
Organizational Unit: FALAO
Job Type: Non-staff opportunity (National Project Personnel)
Duration: 12 months with possibility of extension
Location: Vientiane, Lao PDR
Grade Level: N/A
Post Number: N/A
Note: Closing date and time are based on the settings of the applicant’s personal device.
Organizational Setting
Lao PDR continues to face challenges in accessing and utilizing climate finance due to fragmented coordination among stakeholders, limited institutional capacity, and evolving policy frameworks.
The National Designated Authority (NDA) plays a critical role in linking international climate finance mechanisms, such as the Green Climate Fund (GCF), with national development priorities. However, improved coordination with the GCF Secretariat and national institutions is required for effective governance.
The NGCF Coordination Specialist will be stationed within the NDA Office at the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE) and will play a key role in strengthening collaboration with the GCF Secretariat and national partners. The position will support climate finance processes, strengthen policy and financial alignment, and enhance the NDA’s role in climate finance coordination.
Reporting Lines
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Overall supervision: FAO Representative
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Direct supervision: Assistant FAOR – Programme
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Technical guidance: Lead Technical Officer (LTO)
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Coordination: National project team
Technical Focus
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Strengthen coordination between NDA and GCF Secretariat
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Enhance inter-agency collaboration within Lao PDR
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Improve tools and mechanisms for climate finance coordination (e.g., MRV system, Environment and Climate Finance Sub-committee)
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Support Lao PDR’s strategic engagement with the GCF and related climate finance mechanisms
Tasks and Responsibilities
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Support communication and coordination between NDA and GCF Secretariat
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Facilitate correspondence, documentation exchange, and follow-up on GCF requirements
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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of GCF policies and procedures
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Support NDA in biannual and annual reporting to the GCF
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Assist in preparing progress reports and compliance documentation
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Help compile information required for GCF reporting
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Support coordination and synergies with GEF, GCF, Adaptation Fund and other climate finance mechanisms
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Assist in implementing the country programme, including reviewing concept notes and proposals
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Track project pipeline development and status
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Support quality control of project submissions
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Contribute to project outputs and reports as required
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Organize coordination meetings and stakeholder engagement activities
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Assist in capacity building and training related to GCF processes
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Perform other relevant tasks as assigned
Minimum Requirements
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University degree in Environment, Climate Change, Economics, or a related field
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Minimum of five years of relevant experience in GEF, GCF, AF or other climate finance mechanisms
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Working knowledge of English (spoken and written, level C1)
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National of Lao PDR
FAO Core Competencies
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Results Focus
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Teamwork
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Communication
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Building Effective Relationships
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Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
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Strong understanding of GEF, GCF, AF and other climate funds
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Experience working with government institutions in Lao PDR
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Knowledge of project cycle management
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Prior experience with international climate finance mechanisms
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Familiarity with NDA processes and responsibilities
Additional Information
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FAO does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process
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Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
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Only higher educational qualifications recognized by the World Higher Education Database (WHED) are considered
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Appointment is subject to medical clearance, accreditation, residency/visa requirements, and security clearances
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FAO promotes diversity in gender, geography, and language in its workforce
How to Apply
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Visit the FAO recruitment website: Jobs at FAO
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Complete your online profile, ensuring employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills are accurate and complete
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Attach a letter of motivation to your profile
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Submit your application before the deadline
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Incomplete applications will not be considered
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Only applications submitted through the FAO recruitment portal will be accepted
For queries or technical assistance, contact FAO’s client support team: FAO Service Portal
