CCAC Programme Manager (Governance)

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Advance CCAC governance strategies by developing papers for consideration/decision by the CCAC Board, including related to CCAC Funding, strategic sector workstreams, and funding opportunities.
• Ensure effective operationalization of newly approved CCAC priorities and workstreams.
• Convene targeted Funding Committee to identify strategic funding streams in CCAC activities.
• Support the development of CCAC Work Plan & Budget and consultations for 2026.
• Ensure team members are fulfilling and tracking activities in line with the 2025 Work Plan and Budget.
• Advance implementation of the CCAC Gender Strategy long-term actions.
• Advance political priorities and high-level political engagement through key forums to promote CCAC priorities and engage partners.
• Lead on donor engagement activities to encourage contributions to the CCAC Trust Fund, including high-level events and outreach.
• Support the development of targeted CCAC project pitches to attract large-scale financing.
• Ensure effective management of existing contributions, including impact reporting to donors and CCAC Board members.
• Oversee the CCAC funding process, including aligning projects with results-based measurement and strategic priorities.
• Lead CCAC Funding Committee and Board engagement on funding recommendations and sector focus areas.
• Support the planning and execution of major CCAC and GMP events, including high-level Ministerial, regional workshops, and thematic forums.
• Support the implementation of the CCAC Gender Strategy, including coordination of gender-focused activities and partner engagement.

Requirements

• Advanced university degree related to international relations, business administration, development, or a related field, or a first-level degree with additional experience.
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience working with high-level government officials.
• Knowledge of climate change and climate-related development issues.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel.
• Experience in an international environment.
• Experience in monitoring & evaluation.
• Fluency in English and French.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of an additional UN language.