Role Purpose
The In-Country Coordinator provides strategic, technical, and coordination support to enable effective national engagement in the Forest and Climate Leaders' Partnership (FCLP) and to advance the implementation of country-level priorities related to forests, climate, and biodiversity.
The role focuses on:
- Strengthening coordination across national stakeholders
- Supporting implementation of Country Packages and related initiatives
- Facilitating alignment between national priorities and FCLP work areas, according to national context and priorities
- Supporting access to finance and partnerships
Functions / Key Results Expected
Under the supervision of the Deputy Programme Director and in close coordination with Sherpas of each country, the In-Country Coordinator will provide technical, coordination, and facilitation support to enhance countries' effective participation in the FCLP. Specifically, he/she will focus on the following activities:
Coordination and Reporting
- Lead the development, regular updating, and monitoring of the country’s annual FCLP workplan
- Provide ongoing coordination between national and international actors
- Deliver regular updates, reports, and briefing materials
- Support planning and delivery of key events and political moments
- Prepare annual reports about countries' participation on FCLP
Governance and National Engagement
- Support government participation in FCLP governance processes (e.g. Steering Committee, key meetings)
- Support engagement in FCLP thematic priorities (e.g. integrated fire management, sustainable wood, supply chains)
- Identify opportunities for implementation and partnerships
- Facilitate coordination between relevant national institutions, private-sector and FCLP partners
- Coordinate inputs across ministries and national stakeholders
- Prepare briefing materials, talking points, and summaries
- Ensure consistent and informed national engagement
Country Packages/National Action Strategy
- Support development and implementation of Country Packages and other national action activities
- Support organization of meetings, dialogues and other National Action activities
- Facilitate coordination between national actors, partners, and FCLP Secretariat
- Align Country Packages and other FCLP activities with national strategies (e.g. NDCs, NBSAPs)
- Support preparation of investment pipelines and political engagement
- Enable knowledge sharing and participation in the Country Packages International Working Group
IPs and LCs, and Land Tenure
- Support implementation of the International Land Tenure Commitment (ILTC) – if applicable
- Facilitate engagement with Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities
- Strengthen coordination, monitoring, and reporting processes related to the involvement of IPs and LCs in FCLP activities or initiatives
Finance and Carbon Markets
- Support national engagement in FCLP carbon markets and climate finance initiatives
- Facilitate coordination with private sector, donors, and financial actors
- Provide national analysis on relevant frameworks when needed (e.g. Article 6, voluntary markets)
Expected Outcomes
- Annual workplan developed and implemented
- Strengthened national coordination and engagement in FCLP
- Effective implementation and progression of Country Packages (if applicable)
- Improved alignment between national priorities and international support
- Enhanced access to finance and partnerships
- Clear and consistent reporting and communication
Requirements
Education
- Required: First-level university degree (Bachelor's) in Administration, International Relations, Communications, Public Policy, Forestry, Forest Management, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Ecology, Climate Change, Law, or a related field, with at least 7 years of relevant experience; OR
- Required: Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in the above fields, including forestry, environmental or climate-related disciplines, with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
- Desired: Additional training or certification in forest management, climate finance, carbon markets, or project management.
Experience
- Required: Demonstrated experience working with government institutions and multi-stakeholder processes
- Required: Relevant experience in project coordination or implementation in areas such as climate, forests, biodiversity, or sustainable development
- Required: Experience engaging with multiple stakeholders, including development partners, civil society, and/or community organisations
- Required: Strong experience in facilitating dialogue, coordination, and knowledge exchange processes
- Desired: Experience in developing or supporting policy or investment proposals and engaging with donors and multi-stakeholder platforms
- Desired: Familiarity with REDD+, ART TREES, jurisdictional carbon markets, or results-based climate finance mechanisms
- Desired: Experience working on climate governance, carbon markets, or land tenure/regularisation issues
- Desired: Experience supporting international initiatives or partnerships related to forests, climate, or sustainable development
Other Requirements
- Willingness to travel nationally and internationally
