Office of the Chief Strategy and Impact Intern

Duration: 6 months
Starting date: September 2025
Location: Songdo, Incheon City, Republic of Korea
Remuneration: US$ 1,600/month

Introduction
The Green Climate Fund is the world’s largest dedicated multilateral climate fund and invests in impactful, innovative, catalytic programs and projects in developing countries across the globe. The GCF has a portfolio of 314 projects across 133 countries, with a total commitment of USD 18.0 billion to date.

In 2023, an additional USD 12.8 billion was pledged, to support our new strategic and programming cycle from 2024-2027; our ambition is to grow to become at least a USD 50 billion fund by 2030. Rooted in the core objectives of impact and efficiency, access and a focus on the most vulnerable, and mobilizing a much higher scale of public and private sector financial flows for climate action we have an unparalleled scale of resources, which, together with our risk appetite and flexibility allows us to bring together different partners and stakeholders in innovative partnerships for profound impact. 

GCF is seeking a top-tier individual with a demonstrable track record of harnessing experience, energy and networks to tackle complex global climate change challenges. You will be committed to making a positive, measurable difference through a mission-driven role, and thrive in a fast-paced, diverse environment.  

You will be able to quickly scan and analyze complex, competing issues and lead significant sized teams to find solutions in evolving contexts, across multiple geographic locations. 

You will be a nurturer of people: recognizing and growing the talent around you, exemplifying values of transparency, respect and innovation.

You will be committed to learning, knowledge-sharing, convening and communicating with partners to work together to ideate, develop and implement climate action initiatives that make a profound difference to people and planet.

You will join a team of talented, committed individuals representing almost 80 nationalities contributing skills and experience from academic, scientific, private, government and nonprofit backgrounds.  Together, we work with governments, communities and civil society, technical agencies, and the private sector across the world.

Interested in more information? 
Learn about working for GCF: https://www.greenclimate.fund/about/careers 
View current vacancies: https://jobs.greenclimate.fund/

About the Green Climate Fund (GCF)
Set up in 2010 by the 194 countries who are Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), GCF takes its responsibility as the world’s largest dedicated multilateral climate fund to heart.  GCF funds transformative climate projects across the developing world, supporting countries in their responses and actions to tackle climate change while fostering sustainable development within their communities. 

Our country-driven approach ensures that our actions are tailored to the unique circumstances and national aspirations of each nation we support. Besides channeling public and private sector investment through a broad range of financing instruments, GCF builds the capacity of developing countries to take climate action through an extensive Readiness Programme ensuring countries are increasingly well-equipped and financed to manage their climate futures.

Headquartered in the Republic of Korea, GCF operates with a diverse and talented workforce of over 300 people.

Internship Assignment

The Intern will provide research, thought leadership and engagement support to the Chief Strategy and Impact Office (OSCIO), and in particular, the Head of Special Initiatives. S/he will have the opportunity to learn and expand her/his experience in investment in vulnerable communities and underserved countries by helping support the Fund’s special priority functions, especially in the area of vulnerability investment.

This role will support the Head of Special Initiatives to improve and increase the Fund’s investment in fragile and conflict-affected settings through contributing to (1) developing the Fund’s operational guidance; (2) researching and drafting knowledge pieces that analyse and communicate GCF’s experience; (3) analysing GCF’s current portfolio to inform future programming, and (4) identifying and preparing for strong public-facing engagement opportunities that build GCF’s reputation in this area. The intern is expected to assist with other tasks as needed.

Under the overall guidance of the designated primary and alternate supervisors within the OSCIO the Intern is expected to:

•    Provide general administrative support to the Head of Special Initiatives; 
•    Draft, edit and support the creation of clear, accessible information about GCF’s activities, and support the creation of GCF-wide tools such as teaching materials, presentations, and briefing notes; 
•    Support with conducting desk research and analyses related to vulnerability, faith-investment and climate change teaching/presentation preparation; 
•    Support with planning and organisation of FCAS- focused GCF campaign and mobilisation opportunities;
•    Support with the preparation of mission briefing material for external engagements; 
•    Support with drafting of official correspondence, letters, etc.;
•    Support with the planning and coordination of high-level and other external engagements;
•    Support with conducting desk research and analyses related to contributor countries.

Requirements and qualifications
a)    Enrolled in Master’s program in business, finance, climate change, sustainability or related fields.
b)    Knowledge and experience with investments, financial institutions and/or climate change issues.
c)    Good understanding and experience in operations of international organization is an added advantage.
d)    Proficiency in using standard software programs: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook. Experience with project management tools (e.g., Asana) and with Microsoft Dynamics is an added advantage.
e)    Excellent writing and presentation skills;
f)    Fluency in English is essential; knowledge of another United Nations language, in particular French and Spanish, and/or Portuguese is an advantage.

*The person assessed by the Selection Panel as most suitable for the position will be proposed for appointment. The above criteria should be seen as indicators of the experience and skills that would qualify candidates for consideration. Selection among short-listed candidates will also take into account performance at interview, appropriate testing, and references. 

Applications from women and nationals from developing countries are strongly encouraged to apply.