Are you passionate about addressing the global climate crisis?
This is your chance to connect with leading organizations at the forefront of climate action, environmental protection, and sustainable development.
Whether your expertise lies in environmental science, renewable technologies, policy development, or sustainable business practices, this event offers unprecedented access to opportunities that combine professional growth with meaningful environmental impact.
Through direct conversations with HR professionals, you'll discover how your skills can contribute to global climate solutions and learn about innovative projects reshaping our sustainable future.
Join us to explore how your career can contribute to building a more sustainable world.
When? 12th June 2025, from 9 AM CET (see this in your timezone)
Essential criteria to join this career fair:
4+ years of relevant international work experience;
A Post-Graduate degree (Bachelors considered with more experience);
Multi-lingual (English, French, Arabic, Spanish);
a proven interest for the climate sector and tackling environmental issues;
Please ensure you submit your CV in English when registering.
Your Impactpool profile is key to evaluating your event application. Please update it before applying to avoid being declined due to missing or outdated information. If you believe your application was wrongly rejected, just reach out—we’re happy to assist!
Agenda
9 - 10 AM CEST | Green Climate Fund's Coffee Corner*
Get ready for Coffee Corner with GCF, a live group video chat where you can connect directly with the host on video! Ask your burning questions to their HR team and get instant answers in this interactive session. The floor is open, so come on in!
Hosts:
Xiaotong (Echo) Yang, Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist, DPC
Tennessee Chappuis, Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Officer, DPC
Katherine Ortea, Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Assistant, DPC
* The group video room is limited to 25 participants at a time.
9 AM - 1 PM | Chat with our career coaches
9 AM - 11.30 AM | Chat with career coach Anna Cope
Looking for guidance on your next career move? Welcome to visit Anna at the Coaching Chat Booth to gain clarity, build confidence, and receive actionable career insights.
Anna Cope is a experienced and highly qualified career coach with over 20 years of work in the UN system (UNICEF & WFP) and international organizations. Anna has held senior roles in Human Resources—ranging from Recruiter and Young Professionals Coordinator to HR Operations Manager—across both field and HQ duty stations. Now working as a Solutions Focused Coach, HR Consultant, blogger, and small business owner, Anna brings a wealth of practical insight to every conversation. She's been coaching for Impactpool since 2016 and holds a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential from the International Coach Federation (ICF), as well as Senior Practitioner accreditation from the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC).
Anna is also offering 1-1 coaching if you are interested in longer and personal coaching, learn more about 1-1 coaching with her here.
11 AM - 1 PM | Chat with career coach Carmen de los Rios
Connect with Carmen for career path directions, increased confidence, and tangible advice.
Carmen de los Rios is a passionate advocate for mutual support, believing that giving back enriches the giver—a principle that guides her coaching. With an extensive international HR career, including Chief HR roles, Carmen has lived in six countries across three continents. She spent a decade in the private engineering sector, followed by 20 years with International Organizations such as the European Space Agency, the UN System (UNFPA, UNICTR, UNMIL, UN Secretariat), and the OECD, working in both headquarters and challenging environments.
Carmen holds a Master's in Psychology and an ICF Coaching certification. Her practical, action-oriented approach helps clients identify and develop the skills needed for personal and professional growth. She offers a full range of coaching services for personal, professional, and cross-cultural challenges, including career development to executive levels and successful transitions within or between International Organizations.
Carmen is also offering 1-1 coaching if you are interested in longer and personal coaching, learn more about 1-1 coaching with her here.
10-11 AM CEST | AIIB | Financing Infrastructure for tomorrow in Asia and beyond
Discover how the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is shaping the future of sustainable development—and how you can be part of it.
AIIB’s Mission: Infrastructure for Tomorrow
Explore how AIIB embeds climate resilience and sustainability into infrastructure investment across Asia and beyond.
Careers in Climate Finance
Learn about the diverse roles—from climate policy to sustainable investment analysis—contributing to global climate goals.
Your Path to Impact
Hear from AIIB professionals on how their work supports both global climate goals and their personal career growth.
Speaker: Brian Carlo Hipolito, Senior HR Officer, Talent Acquisition
11 -12 PM CEST | Green Climate Fund – the world's largest climate fund
After an introduction to the organization we will highlight:
Office of Chief Investment Officer, Front Office (CIO-FO) overview
Department of the Asia and the Pacific Region (DAPAC) overview
Department of Private Sector Facility (DPSF) overview
Organizational Chart and Staffing Figures
Type of positions at GCF
What benefits do we offer?
Understanding the GCF Recruitment Process
How to apply?
Speakers:
Rashmi Kadian, Operations Safeguards Lead, CIO-FO
Bapon Fakhruddin, Water Resources Management Senior Specialist, DAPAC
Ramona Calin, Locally-led Climate Action Specialist, CIO-FO
Xiaotong (Echo) Yang, Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist, DPC
Tennessee Chappuis, Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Officer, DPC
Katherine Ortea, Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Assistant, DPC
Ivette Velasquez Crespo, Climate Investment Specialist, DPSF
12-1 PM | Impactpool Engagement Team | How to prepare for a Virtual Career Fair and maximise the use of Impactpool.
Join us for a deep dive into your event host: Impactpool!
Who are we and what is our mission?
Different ways you can join our Talent ecosystem - and why
How to upload your CV and why
Practical tips to prepare for 1-1 conversations
What are the benefits of a coach?
Speakers:
Haddy Max, Marketing & communications
Kristina Pihlblad, Director, Talent Solutions
1-2 PM | Jan Bohnerth | CEO at Life Size | The Climate sector: A status report.
Jan Bohnerth is the CEO of Life Size, Europe's leading climate tech communications agency and the first employee-owned climate tech company in the UK. We will hear more about:
From passion to profession: Jan’s career journey
The Climate Sector Today—and Tomorrow Explore how the industry is evolving and where it’s headed.
Where the Work Is: Jobs in the Climate Sector Uncover the key organizations, roles, and emerging opportunities.
Skills That Make a Difference Find out what employers are really looking for—and how to stand out.
Breaking In: Getting Your Foot in the Door Practical tips to launch your career in climate, even if you're just starting out.
Speaker: Jan Bohnerth, CEO, Life Size
How you can prepare
Register and Submit Your CV
The Career Fair by Impactpool is open to participants who meet the event’s specific requirements. To complete your registration, you must update your profile and submit your CV to Impactpool. Each application is validated to ensure a good fit between attendees and the event topic, providing a relevant and valuable experience.
You can easily upload your CV, which will automatically import your information into your profile. Please note that the organizers will have access to view your profile and CV.
Prepare Questions You Might Want to Ask
During the live presentations, you can ask general questions in the chat. After the presentation, you are encouraged to visit the virtual booths to learn more about open opportunities, and interact with HR representatives in a one-on-one chat.
Prepare for One-on-One Chats
This is your chance to ask about what matters most to you—career growth, company culture, relocation, or question you may have in relation to hardship posts. The Impactpool team recommends preparing by reviewing available positions and highlighting why you believe you’re a great fit for the company or a specific role. Remember, this is not a formal interview but an opportunity to create a meaningful, two-way conversation!
To request a one-on-one chat, click the green button in the booth. You will be automatically connected when a representative is available. Feel free to request chats with multiple organizations; you’ll be connected when someone is available. Read more here on how to attend a virtual career fair as a participant.
Good to know
Once you have registered for the event, your application will validated. If you meet the requirements for this event, you will receive an email with the next steps and access to the event.
The event is conducted in English and is free to attend, but registration is approval-based and has limited capacity.
Accessibility – Impactpool Virtual Career Fairs are accessible to persons with disabilities (PWDs), who are encouraged to participate.
The intuitive interface removes common logistical constraints, allowing you to connect from remote locations while offering a unique opportunity to engage with the organization. You can explore valuable employer information and job opportunities, join the live session, and interact directly with HR representatives in private chats. Share your background, experience, and résumé via desktop, smartphone, or tablet. Complete your profile to ensure the best experience. No downloads are required.
The event is hosted on the Radancy platform.
Make sure you have a reliable internet connection. If you encounter technical issues, try turning your tab, window, browser, or computer off and on, updating your browser, or switching to a different browser. For further support, contact vcfsupport[at]impactpool.org.
Hope to see you there, and best of luck!