Program Manager- Intersection of Finance, Climate, and Equity - South Korea, 대한민국. - Open Society Foundations

Description

This job opportunity focuses on enabling Global South countries to have a say in decisions regarding climate change, finance, and the global fiscal landscape. The role involves exploring areas such as loss and damage, climate finance, equitable debt reform, and global tax reform.

Role Purpose

This position aims to organize staff, strategies, and budgets to meet the demands of each opportunity effectively. It requires attention to detail, rigorous planning, evaluation, and the freedom to explore innovative ideas and approaches.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Programs in achieving the opportunity's outcomes professionally
• Liaise with grantees to ensure the opportunity is executed as planned
• Collaborate with team members and colleagues to leverage organizational capabilities
• Manage the grant-making process, from proposal submission to reporting
• Develop a strong understanding of the field and partnerships
• Build and maintain relationships with partners and stakeholders
• Contribute to program strategies and grant-making practices
• Oversee consultant contracts and project progress
• Monitor and communicate project updates to the Director of Programs regularly

Qualifications

Essential: Degree-level education

Desirable: Post-graduate education relevant to opportunities

Experience: Several years of experience in the field, 5+ years working with national governments and development finance institutions, expertise in green industrial policy, tax, fiscal policy, and public debt

Competencies

Functional Competencies:

• Project management skills
• Research and analysis abilities
• Budgeting and strategic planning expertise
• Networking and stakeholder engagement skills
• Grant-making knowledge
• Capacity building and collaboration skills

Personal Competencies:

• Ability to build consensus and work independently
• Cultural sensitivity and commitment to core values
• Experience in collaborating with diverse stakeholders
• Willingness to adapt working hours for international collaboration
• Commitment to continuous learning and social justice

Languages

Proficiency in English and a local language, additional languages are a plus

Note: Employment contracts may be adjusted based on project duration