Climate Finance Lead for Jordan Amman Urban Resilience Activity

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will demonstrate effective management experience and proven experience managing complex programs in Jordan. Additionally, the candidate should possess:

* Minimum master’s degree in public policy, climate/environment sciences, urban planning, public policy, finance, international development, engineering, economics, or a related field;

* Minimum ten (10) years of demonstrated progressively responsible experience in the

implementation of urban resilience (or related) projects;

* Demonstrated success in managing a team to produce quality results, based on an established work plan that includes written deliverables, live events, analytical and learning exercises, and significant stakeholder engagement with GAM, other GOJ agencies and ministries, private sector actors, and civil society and citizens;

* Experience with municipal public financial management, including accrual accounting, medium- and long-term budgeting, and capital investment planning processes;

* Experience working with private banks, loan-making institutions, and corporate social responsibility programs to solicit and structure finance solutions for infrastructure projects;

* Understanding of the suite of climate resilience solutions possible in Amman and lessons learned from previous climate investments;

* Knowledge of policy and practical incentives and tools for use with the private sector in promoting opportunities to invest in infrastructure;

* Excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to think strategically and communicate one’s vision to partners and colleagues;

* Proficiency in English and fluency in Arabic require; and

* Jordanian nationals and especially women are strongly encouraged to apply. 

To be considered, please submit the following:

* Cover Letter

* CV in reverse chronological format

Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech’s IDS ad posted.

Please ensure that only the requested documents noted above are submitted. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

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