Country Relations Officer (LAC)

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic engagement and day-to-day coordination with GEF recipient country focal points, including Operational and Political Focal Points and Council Members.
• Implement the GEF Country Engagement Strategy through capacity building, workshops, and training programs for key stakeholders.
• Manage formal and informal communication channels to address operational challenges and promote GEF initiatives within Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs).
• Support the development of country briefs, analytical products, and training materials regarding GEF operational policies and guidelines.
• Facilitate constituency meetings and coordinate participation in international fora such as COPs and UNEA.
• Collaborate with GEF Implementing Agencies, civil society partners, and regional teams to align conservation and sustainable development efforts.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in social sciences, international relations, public policy, or a related field.
• At least five years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong operational experience working with organizations featuring governance structures similar to the GEF.
• Proven track record in project management and significant operational work.
• Experience working in developing countries, specifically within the context of conservation or sustainable development.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish is essential.
• Ability to travel frequently to global, regional, and national GEF-related events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Portuguese is highly desirable.
• Experience in the design and execution of conservation and sustainable development projects.
• Direct experience in developing and implementing GEF projects.

About the Company

The World Bank Group (WBG) is a global partnership of five institutions dedicated to ending poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development. The Global Environment Facility (GEF) is a multilateral fund within the WBG focused on confronting biodiversity loss, climate change, and pollution by supporting country-driven priority projects in developing nations.