Senior Environmental Specialist

World Bank Group•Washington, DC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Global Environment Facility (GEF) is seeking a Senior Environmental Specialist to lead and coordinate thematic work on systems transformation through the integrated approach programs, focusing on all aspects of circular economy in the context of tackling drivers with links to the GEF focal areas. The successful individual will serve as Theme Lead reporting directly to the Manager of Integration and Knowledge and work closely with staff across divisions to ensure that circularity and systems thinking are embedded in GEF Programming focused on tackling drivers of global environmental degradation.

Requirements

Advanced degree in environmental/natural resource/material management, economics, business and policy or a closely related field.
At least eight (8) years of directly relevant national and international experience and working in LDCs (Least Developed Countries) and SIDS (Small Island Developing States) a plus.
Strong knowledge of GEF mandate and focal areas, including links to the global multilateral environmental agreements and frameworks.
Demonstrable knowledge of circular economy principles, systems thinking, and systems transformation, with practical experience applying these approaches in programs or policies.
Experience working on circular economy and systems change in public or international or civil society or private sector organizations.
Broad understanding of the practical, scientific, economic, business, social, and policy dimensions of circular economy, including technical knowledge of sector-specific aspects of supply chains and life cycle analysis.
Adequate knowledge and understanding of relevant global and regional forums and platforms on circularity and systems change.
A good track record of contributing knowledge on circular economy practices, including through publications in peer-reviewed journals and other established platforms.
Demonstrable analytical and technical skills, including use of cutting-edge tools for data management and synthesis.
Ability to collaborate within a highly diverse organization, and work with multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent written and verbal English language skills and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically with peers, managers, and external partners.
An understanding of GEF’s policies and operations.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of French or Spanish would also be an advantage.
Experience and/or interest in topics or issues of strategic importance, such as innovative financial instruments, and gender would be desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead and support programming and portfolio management on embedding circularity in targeted systems and sectoral supply chains, including guidance to GEF implementing and Executing Agencies and country counterparts on options and approaches to advance integrated solutions.
Lead the development of appropriate indicators for circular economy and systems change as they relate to the GEF core indicator targets and results monitoring framework.
Provide guidance on circular economy and integrated solutions to GEF Agencies and countries for development of GEF project proposals and programmatic approaches and for monitoring the project implementation performance.
Lead the development of impactful knowledge products to advance circularity and systems change, including documentation of best practices and lessons and contribute to the preparation of appropriate GEF policies and guidelines on integrated programming.
In coordination with the Conventions and Program Divisions, follow relevant global discourse on circular economy and support outreach to developing countries as needed.
Establish and maintain a productive dialogue with the GEF Agencies and Countries and key stakeholders, including key private sector initiatives and platforms, to leverage opportunities for GEF integrated programs.
Lead and promote regular and informed communication about GEF investments in circular economy practices.
As required, represent the GEF at a senior level at selected international political, scientific, and operational forums.
Provide quality inputs to the CEO and senior management on country and thematic briefings, talking points, speeches, analytical/strategic documents.
Undertake additional duties as required by GEF Secretariat Management, including participation in Knowledge Management, Results Based Management, Monitoring, and other related operational activities.