Head of Professional Conduct Unit

Job Posting Organization:
The Green Climate Fund (GCF) was established in 2010 by the 194 countries that are Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). As the world’s largest dedicated multilateral climate fund, GCF is committed to funding transformative climate projects across developing countries. The organization aims to support nations in their responses to climate change while fostering sustainable development within their communities. GCF operates with a diverse workforce of over 300 employees and has a portfolio of 336 projects across 134 countries, with a total commitment of USD 19.4 billion to date. In 2023, an additional USD 12.8 billion was pledged to support the new strategic and programming cycle from 2024-2027, with an ambition to grow to at least a USD 50 billion fund by 203

• GCF's mission is rooted in impact, efficiency, and a focus on the most vulnerable, mobilizing public and private sector financial flows for climate action, and building innovative partnerships for profound impact.

Job Overview:
The Head of the Professional Conduct Unit (UPC) plays a crucial role in ensuring good governance within the GCF by maintaining the highest ethical standards and fostering a culture of integrity and accountability. This position requires a commitment to creating a professional working environment and involves advising management and staff on standards of conduct, including conflicts of interest and financial disclosure requirements. The Head of UPC will be responsible for establishing and managing the UPC, which is administratively placed within the Office of the director" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Executive Director. This role also involves coordinating UPC activities with relevant offices and promoting awareness and training on workplace concerns and standards of conduct. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to GCF’s broader campaigns on positive workplace behavior and ensure compliance with ethical standards across the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Head of UPC will be responsible for a variety of key functions, including: 1) Raising awareness and providing training on workplace concerns and standards of conduct; 2) Advising management and staff on standards of conduct, including conflicts of interest and financial disclosure; 3) Supporting early resolution of workplace concerns through informal dispute resolution services; 4) Monitoring and assessing the effectiveness of policies related to workplace concerns and ethics; 5) Advising management on strategies to foster a professional working environment; 6) Developing and delivering training programs on professional conduct; 7) Creating tools for promoting professional conduct; 8) Evaluating the effectiveness of existing policies and systems for enforcing accountability; 9) Facilitating consultation with stakeholders on matters for the Committee’s consideration; 10) Serving as a focal point for advice regarding conflicts of interest; 11) Administering a financial disclosure program for staff members; 12) Developing a conflict of interest framework for GCF staff members.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in Ethics, Law, Corporate Governance, Human Resources, or a related field. Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree combined with an additional 2 years of relevant experience in similar organizations may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree requirement. Additionally, candidates should have at least 15 years of progressively responsible professional experience, preferably within international organizations, government institutions, or development organizations. Experience in organizational ethics, conflict resolution, governance, and human resources management is essential. Proven leadership experience relevant to ethics and professional conduct is also required, along with strong mediation and negotiation skills.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Ethics, Law, Corporate Governance, or Human Resources. A Bachelor’s degree may be accepted if accompanied by additional relevant experience. This educational foundation is crucial for understanding the complexities of professional conduct and governance within an international organization.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible professional experience, ideally within international organizations or development sectors. This experience should demonstrate a progression of responsibilities in areas such as organizational ethics, conflict resolution, and governance. The role requires a strong ability to operate effectively in multicultural environments and to collaborate with independent investigative bodies while maintaining impartiality.

Languages:
While the job posting does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is likely essential given the international nature of the organization. Additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly those relevant to the regions in which GCF operates.

Additional Notes:
This position is classified at Grade C, and the closing date for applications is 15 November 202

• Applications submitted after this deadline may not be considered. The selected candidate will be proposed for appointment based on suitability, interview performance, and references. Women and nationals from developing countries are strongly encouraged to apply. Staff members may be subject to transfer or reassignment at the discretion of the Executive Director, and salary and benefits will be adjusted accordingly. For more details on grade levels, salary scales, and benefits, candidates are encouraged to refer to the GCF Staff Regulations and Staff Rules.