Project Coordinator in Ankara

Title: Project Coordinator

GIZ Turkey – CV Template

Period of Assignment: 1 year with the possibility of extension

Location: Ankara

Project: Turkish German Cooperation for integrated Climate and Biodiversity Action – Policy Interface Project Climate and Biodiversity Action – Policy Interface Project (Climate and Biodiversity Action)

Türkiye is committed to reduce its Green House Gas (GHG) emissions and protect its biodiversity and ecosystems. The objective of the project is to assist the Turkish government in effectively achieving this target in line with the country’s national and international relevant legal and strategic frameworks, such as the National Climate Change Action Plan (NCCAP), Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC), draft Climate Law, National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP). The project adopts an integrated approach by providing technical support to relevant ministries as well as other stakeholders at local and regional level. Further it aims at fostering coordination and knowledge exchange between government actors in Türkiye and Germany and Projects of the German International Climate Initiative (IKI) in Türkiye and strengthen the visibility. The Project provides a policy dialogue platform for German and Turkish government actors in the field of Climate and Biodiversity Protection.

A. Main Activities

1. Project Management and Organization

• establishing a M&E system with baseline data, milestones and indicators
• monitoring overall project progress and the activities of components, reviewing reports and documents on progress, identifying bottlenecks and recommending alternative management options in close consultation with the partner institutions
• managing the contracting process for external consultants, including the formulation of terms of reference as well as the selection, supervision and evaluation of the consultants while ensuring compliance with GIZ rules and procedures
• Implementing GIZ’s Capacity Works tools and instruments for the project
• coordinating the capacity development measures for the Ministry and other partner institutions
• preparation of the annual and interim project reports to the commissioning party (in English and German if possible) ensures proper archiving of all relevant documents according to GIZ rules and procedures
• managing and monitoring the project budget in close cooperation with the Finance Officer

2. Communication and Networking 

• exploring and evaluating latest policy developments in the area of climate and biodiversity action in Türkiye
• preparation of (short) articles, chats and information bits for different stakeholder groups
• feeding social media channels with relevant messages
• ensures cooperation, regular contact and dialogue with partners and stakeholders
• preparing publications (in Turkish, English and German), such as leaflets, fact sheets, newsletter articles and updates to the websites
• overall organization of steering committee meetings, policy dialogues, workshops and other events

3. Strategy & portfolio development

• supporting the program management with adjusting and steering the overall strategic orientation of all operations
• exploring opportunities to expand the Climate and Biodiversity portfolio with national and international partners
• identifying new relevant technical and policy topics for potential project interventions
• overseeing and ensuring the continued operation of all program activities in collaboration with the program management
• advising partner institutions in identifying needs for external support and advice, developing concepts and strategies, and planning project activities
• preparing project concept notes and project proposals

4. Administering contracts with consulting firms and appraisers

• monitoring deliverables, timesheets, invoices, and payments
• preparing all relevant documents for accounting
• following up on payment procedures in cooperation with the finance department in the Turkey country office and GIZ headquarters

5. Other duties/additional tasks

• performs other duties and tasks at the request of the AV

B. Required qualifications, competencies and experience

Education/Qualifications

• University degree (at least MSc) in the field of Climate Policy and Natural Resource Management

Professional experience

• At least 5 years of professional experience
• Experienced in collaboration with governmental, private business and civil society actors

Other knowledge, additional competencies

• High level of digital literacy
• Experience with professional use of social media platforms (e.g. X, LinkedIn, TikTok)
• Proven ability to coordinate a project team
• Fluency in written and oral English and Turkish language is a must. A working knowledge of German is strong asset
• Willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding measures are agreed with management

Applications:

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to apply through our Job Portal  Job opportunities | Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH (giz-jobs.com) by filling in the digital application form as well as submitting their CV in GIZ Turkey’s format and a Cover Letter in English, stating their qualifications and previous professional experiences.

The deadline for application is the 14th of August, 2024.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

GIZ is committed to gender balance and diversity without distinction as to race, sex or religion. GIZ is encouraging persons with disabilities to apply for the position.

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