Junior Officer Innovative Finance

ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability is a global network of over 2,500 local and

regional governments dedicated to advancing sustainable urban development. With a

presence in more than 125 countries, ICLEI plays a pivotal role in shaping sustainability

policies and catalyzing local action for low-emission, nature-based, equitable, resilient,

and circular development. Our members, alongside a team of experts, collaborate

through peer exchange, strategic partnerships, and capacity-building efforts to drive

systemic change towards urban sustainability. The World Secretariat is headquartered in

Bonn, Germany.

To support the Innovative Finance team, we are offering the following position:

Junior Officer, Innovative Finance

The successful candidate will be a part of the international ICLEI World Secretariat team

based in Bonn, Germany and will be placed within the Innovative Finance team.

Tasks:

Main responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough research to identify potential funding sources.
• Assist in the preparation and drafting of proposals, reports, and other documents for potential donors and partners. Ensure that submissions align with donor guidelines and organizational objectives.
• Assist in the management of the Transformative Actions Program (TAP) and its portfolio of projects designed for subnational governments, supporting initiatives that seek both financial assistance and expertise to develop comprehensive project concepts and secure funding.
• Assist in managing relationships with existing and potential partners, including communication and engagement efforts. Help track progress, send updates, and ensure timely follow-up to strengthen stakeholder relationships.

Additional tasks:

• Assist the Head of the Team in the development and refinement of strategic initiatives, providing research, analysis, and recommendations to ensure alignment with organizational goals. Contribute to the operationalization of strategies by coordinating with relevant stakeholders and tracking progress.
• Provide support to the Head of the Team on a variety of ad hoc tasks, including the execution of new initiatives, project coordination, and ensuring that key activities are completed on time. Help in the preparation of reports, presentations, and other materials as needed to facilitate decision-making and smooth operational flow.

Requirements:

Main requirements:

• A master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Public Policy, International Relations, or similar).
• At least 1 year of professional experience in a similar role, preferably in strategy development, project management, or fundraising.
• Experience supporting senior leadership or teams in executing strategic initiatives is highly desirable.
• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex information and make informed recommendations.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken. Knowledge of additional languages is an asset.

Terms and conditions:

• The position will be available as of 01. June 2025. The Junior Officer reports directly to the Head of Innovative Finance
• One year contract, with the possibility of extension
• ICLEI World Secretariat has a work from home policy
• The employment contract will be based on German law including visa/work permit
• Annual Salary: Starting at 34306,92 EUR (full time) before tax and social insurance fees, with the final salary to be determined based on the chosen applicant’s experience.
• Working hours: 40 per week (full time), paid leave: 30 days per year
• Three month probation period
• Working language: English

Application:

By email to careers.bonn@iclei.org with “Junior Officer Innovative Finance” in the subject line and send us:

• Indication of citizenship and/or work permit for Germany
• Indication of possible start date
• One-page letter of motivation describing work experience in strategy and fundraising
• Maximum 2-page CV
• All information must be merged into one single pdf. of up to 5 MB size
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Equal Opportunity and Employment Policy

ICLEI World Secretariat’s hiring policy is geared to ensure that the organization hires

employees without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age,

gender, marital status, socio-economic background or sexual orientation. ICLEI’s policy is

that applicants for employment and career progression are considered solely on the basis

of their relevant qualifications and competencies.

Please note that applications received after the deadline cannot be considered.

Applications will be reviewed continuously upon arrival. Therefore submitting your

application as soon as possible is advisable. The ICLEI World Secretariat shall only

contact those applicants shortlisted for this position. In order to support the evaluation

via interview, shortlisted candidates might be required to undergo a written test relevant

to the job content.

Application Deadline: 02. May 2025

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