ICAO Finvest Hub Associate Coordinator

Overview

Support ICAO Finvest Hub's financing activities in aviation decarbonization.

You have:

• An advanced level university degree (Master's degree or academic equivalent) in business administration, international relations, finance, or a related field, is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in aviation and environment project management, investment and financing, or related fields is required.
• Experience working in the aviation industry dynamics and climate change mitigation efforts is required.
• Experience working in public and private financial institutions and/or with sustainable finance principles and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria is desirable.
• Fluent reading, writing and speaking abilities in English.
• A working knowledge of any other language of the Organization (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is desirable.

Contract

This is a P-2 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 2 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 78,823 USD and 107,061 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting

The ICAO Finvest Hub is intended to be an open platform to facilitate the flow of financing to cleaner energy and other aviation decarbonization projects in all ICAO member States. Specifically, it will facilitate the: - Channeling of financing for a geographically and technologically diversified quality pipeline of cleaner energy and other aviation decarbonization projects to support the achievement of the ICAO LTAG and contribute to the realization of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs); - Mobilization of financial resources from public financial institutions, such as DFIs, MDBs, IFIs, as well as from private investors, at global, regional and local levels; - Financing matchmaking of near-ready cleaner energy and other aviation decarbonization projects will also support the implementation of State Action Plans on CO2 Emissions Reduction Activities submitted to ICAO. The post of ICAO Finvest Hub Associate Coordinator will play a key role in ICAO’s financing activities toward the achievement of the long-term global aspirational goal (LTAG) of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, in particular for the ICAO Finvest Hub to facilitate enhanced access to public and private investment capacities and funding for projects contributing to the decarbonization of international aviation, especially for developing countries and States with limited financial resources. The position is located in the Office of the Secretary General, and the incumbent reports to the FINVEST officer, who will provide direction for the planning, establishment, operationalization, implementation and maintenance of the ICAO Finvest Hub, and also supports Bureaus and Offices on relevant activities. The Director of the Legal Affairs and External Relations Bureau may provide guidance as appropriate.

Responsibilities

Function1 (incl. Expected results) Supports the establishment and operationalization of a dedicated ICAO Finvest Hub, achieving results such as: • Contribute to the drafting of the pre-assessment, assessment and eligibility criteria for establishing the Finvest Hub platform, which would support the implementation of aviation decarbonization projects. • Cooperate with other UN organizations and/or work with external vendors to establish and operationalize a web platform to facilitate procedures, knowledge, and matchmaking measures to ease access to finance in the context of Finvest, by establishing new or exploring existing potential options. • Explore the means for sustainable operations of the Finvest Hub, including the necessary funding for the ICAO Secretariat. • Make proposals for an expanded range of services and initiatives offered by the Finvest Hub to address a broader range of aviation decarbonization financing needs. Function 2 (incl. Expected results) Oversees the registration and assessment of the aviation decarbonization project proposals under the ICAO Finvest Hub platform, achieving results such as: • Support the pre-assessment activities of projects seeking registration under the Finvest Hub platform, including the technical and financial assessment of the projects. • Support various communications and outreach initiatives to make the Finvest Hub platform and other project financing facilitation work of ICAO more visible and better understood, including the preparation of documentation and material. • Support participation in investment forums and finance matchmaking events to promote the Finvest Hub platform and ICAO's other project financing facilitation work. • Report on achievements, challenges, and lessons learned to stakeholders, including Member States, relevant ICAO bodies, financial institutions, and aviation industry stakeholders. Function 3 (incl. Expected results) Coordinates the work on monitoring progress related to financing aviation decarbonization projects under the Finvest Hub, achieving results such as: • Monitor progress on the implementation of aviation decarbonization projects in the Finvest Hub, with a specific focus on the financial resources and investments for the achievement of the LTAG. • Ensure consistency of the Finvest hub with the LTAG monitoring information systems and tools. • Undertake data collection, structured data entry, and database management, including information gathering related to projects, requesting States, and funding needs for project implementation under the Finvest Hub. Function 4 (incl. Expected results) Maintains the ICAO Finvest Hub platform, achieving results such as: • Develop digital strategies to promote the use of the ICAO Finvest Hub platform. • Collaborate to enhance technical aspects of the platform. • Follow up with project proposers to address any platform-related issues. • Identify potential new partners from finance, government, and industry to join the platform. • Ensure that project selection processes align with ICAO's regulations, working with LEB. • Propose new services and initiatives to meet a wider range of aviation decarbonization financing needs through the Finvest Hub. Function 5 (incl. Expected results) Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Competencies

Professionalism: Familiarity with aviation industry dynamics and climate change mitigation efforts. Analytical mindset and ability to assess financial risks and opportunities. Project management capability. Knowledge of sustainable finance principles and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria. Excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with diverse stakeholders. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style, and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. Judgment and Decision-making: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.

Education

An advanced level university degree (Master's degree or academic equivalent) in business administration, international relations, finance, or a related field, is required. A first-level university degree, in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience in business administration, international relations, or a related field, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in aviation and environment project management, investment and financing, or related fields is required. • Experience working in the aviation industry dynamics and climate change mitigation efforts is required. • Experience working in public and private financial institutions and/or with sustainable finance principles and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria is desirable.

Languages

Essential • Fluent reading, writing and speaking abilities in English. Desirable • A working knowledge of any other language of the Organization (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish).

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

It should be noted that this post is to be filled on a fixed-term basis for an initial period of one (1) year (first year is probationary for an external candidate). The ICAO Assembly recently reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing gender equality and the advancement of women by supporting UN Sustainable Development Goal 5 “Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.” Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for ICAO positions, especially in the Professional and higher level categories. ICAO staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Secretary General and may be assigned to any activities or offices of the Organization, in accordance with the provisions of the ICAO service code. ICAO staff members are expected to conduct themselves in a manner befitting their status as international civil servants. In this connection, ICAO has incorporated the 2013 Standards of Conduct for the International Civil Service into the ICAO Personnel Instructions. ICAO offers an attractive benefit package to its employees in accordance with the policies of the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC). The statutory retirement age for staff entering or re-entering service after 1 January 2014 is 65. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete a term of appointment will normally be considered. Remuneration: Level P-2 Net Base Salary per annum + Post Adjustment (net) per annum() USD $ 50,377 + USD $ 26,801 () Post Adjustment is subject to change.

United Nations Considerations

In accordance with ICAO Staff Regulations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard shall be paid to the importance of recruiting staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible and ensuring equal gender representation. Subject to the foregoing, selection of staff members shall be made without distinction as to race, sex or religion, nor shall there be any discrimination on account of any disability of a candidate who meets the qualifications required to perform the tasks. Unless otherwise permitted under the ICAO Staff Regulations, appointment and promotion of staff members shall be made on a competitive basis. Candidates will not be considered for employment with ICAO if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, Inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the Inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in Inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised in Inspira will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

ICAO does NOT charge any fees or request money from candidates at any stage of the recruitment process, nor does it concern itself with bank account details of applicants. Requests of this nature allegedly made on behalf of ICAO are fraudulent and should be disregarded.

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