Republic of Korea: Deputy Director, Head of Sustainable Landscapes, Investment and

The Head of Sustainable Landscapes sets the framework and strategic directions for delivery of policy and investment solutions under GGGI’s Sustainable Landscapes thematic area. The position will define and refine a set of solutions which advance sustainability and deliver climate impact in economic sectors located in agricultural, forests, wetlands and coastal landscapes. This includes solutions in (peri-)urban areas that are relevant to optimizing value chain integration, food and water security, nature-based tourism and advancing innovation in sustainable bioeconomy or building resilience through natural infrastructures. Policy and investment solutions should enhance revenue flows and benefits from greening crops, sustainable forestry, land-based and marine based commodity as well as livestock value chains and nature-based tourism. Policies and investment through Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) through new markets such as bonds, insurance scheme s and REDD+ and other results-based transactions are of equal importance.

Based in Seoul, The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is an intergovernmental organization founded to support and promote a model of economic growth known as "green growth", which targets key aspects of economic performance such as poverty reduction, job creation, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability. GGGI works with countries around the world, building their capacity and working collaboratively on green growth policies that can impact the lives of millions. The organization partners with countries, multilateral institutions, government bodies, and private sectors to help build economies that grow strongly and are more efficient and sustainable in the use of natural resources, less carbon intensive, and more resilient to climate change.

GGGI has a diverse portfolio of programs in developing countries around the world. These in-country progra ms, together with global products and services, focus on delivering results through an integrated approach of evidence-based green growth planning and implementation aligned to countries’ development priorities.

The Division is hiring a Head of Sustainable Landscapes to lead and provide strategic direction to GGGI’s work under the Sustainable Landscapes theme. GGGI recognizes that long-term inclusive economic growth especially for natural resource intensive sectors such as agriculture, forestry and coastal/marine sectors, relies heavily on functioning natural capital, i.e. healthy natural systems. Policies and investment which drive sustainable management of the earth’s natural resources on productive parts of the landscape are therefore key to deliver green growth and for achieving tangible climate impact, both in the context of adaptation and mitigation.

Examples of key areas of work within sustainable land scapes include:
* In Indonesia, GGGI takes an integrated approach, working with stakeholders at landscape, jurisdictional and national level across ministries and across disciplines. GGGI designs policies and financial instruments (e.g peatbond) to support bioeconomy business models which advance peatland restoration and value addition from peat-based commodities. The aim is to demonstrate the value of restored peatlands to Indonesia’s economy and in support of the climate agenda (NDC implementation), which also leads to tangible biodiversity, reduced land degradation and livelihood impacts.
* In Colombia, active collaboration with multiple levels of governments, private sector platforms and CSOs has led to a collective effort to design policies and financial instruments (e.g. loan and payment scheme through a local bank) in support of sustainable cattle farming, zero deforestation commodity supply chains and nature-based tourism. Policies and projects are aimed to bring the green growth evidence which demonstrate the importance of forests in emission reduction and adaptation while not undermining the importance to progress economically.

In program implementation, the Sustainable Landscapes thematic area takes a landscape approach. As such, GGGI designs transformative policies and investment plans which promote sustainable and efficient bioeconomy that ensures natural capital is maintained, accounts for as critical national assets, and builds into green business models. GGGI aims to demonstrate that revenues can be generated by sustainable and efficient enterprises/sectors which implement climate smart technologies and restorative solutions – thus building sustainable agroforestry/agrobusiness value chains.

Central to this position is the attribution of all interventions and solutions to deliver the following GGGI Strategic Outcomes:
* Reduced emissions for example through carbon stored in sustainably managed forests and soils;
* Creation of jobs and employment which economically empowers communities and are gender responsive;
* Reduced degradation and halt bio diversity loss through efficient use and protection of natural capital and;
* Strengthened ecosystem resilience to withstand climate extremes and meet adaptation goals through sustainable landscapes interventions.
* The position will set and monitor measurable results-based targets with the global team to ensure contribution to the above strategic outcomes and relevance to national priorities, SDGs, UNFCCC, UNCCD and UNCBD goals. The position shall seek to expand GGGI’s relevance and value-added in international platforms, tap into the relevant public and private networks and position GGGI as Global Sustainable Landscapes leader, and take part in setting the agenda on relevant sustainable landscapes issues with key donors, member countries, cooperation partners, and private sector stakeholders.

The Head of Sustainable Landscapes should contribute to country projects as appropriate for program delivery as well as for green investment mobilization. Finally, the Head of Sustainable Landscapes will lead the resource mobilization efforts to continue expanding and strengthening GGGI´s thematic delivery across member countries and to contribute to the global agenda within the area.

PURPOSE
The Head of Sustainable Landscapes is responsible for assisting with program design and project at the country, regional, and global levels and guiding a team of experts to build the economic and business case for sustainable landscapes.

Specific responsibilities include:
* Strategic management of GGGI’s Sustainable Landscapes theme by leading their effective integration with country programs at the divisional level, leading the delivery of policy, giving technical and investment advice to GGGI client countries, ensuring the relevance and continuity of the thematic portfolio, and establishing a process for the systematic uptake and sharing of salient knowledge;
* Directing the development and dissemination of flagship/core knowledge products that significantly enhance the quality and relevance of country delivery and build GGGI’s knowledge in the sustainable landscapes theme;
* Directing the development and content of knowledge sharing and capacity development engagements in line with country needs and corporate goals, and through effectively utilizing forums of GGGI membership such as the Green Growth Knowledge Platform, the Inclusive Green Growth Partnership;
* Expanding and strengthening the institute’s international relevance through strategic engagement of external stakeholders/partners, with the aim of (among others) securing GGGI’s active participation in major inter-organizational and regional forums and promoting the organization’s work.

ENGAGEMENT

Strategic Management of Thematic Programs
* Lead Effective Integration with Country Programs
* Oversee the planning and delivery of interventions in countries through close coordination with GGPI’s Head of Programs;
* Identify opportunities for initiating, expanding, and/or scaling interventions along the GGGI value chain;
* Direct the constructive utilization and development of special initiatives;
* Strengthen the division’s role as a solutions provider by developing and operationalizing a systematic process for sectoral knowledge uptake.
* Ensure the Relevance and Continuity of Thematic Portfolio
* Guide and refine the formulation and/or revision GGGI’s Thematic Strategies;
* Provide technical support and subject matter expertise to GGGI client countries via country programs;
* Align the thematic portfolio periodically and through consultation to reflect corporate objectives, country demands, and major international trends on science, policy and investment.
* Expanding and Strengthening GGGI’s International Presence
* Solidify GGGI’s thematic niche and identify GGGI comparative advantage by building a collaborative network with external partners, actively participating in cross-sectoral initiatives, and/or preparing a long-term engagement strategy;
* Identify and build strategic relationships with key donors and financiers interested in the thematic area and promote opportunities for collaboration in member countries;
* Develop GGGI´s results-oriented track record in policy and investment solutions within the Sustainable Landscapes sectors, and as thought leader on innovative and science-based solutions to tackle deforestation, ecosystems loss, land and water degradation and overall GHG emissions.

DELIVERY

Thematic Portfolio Management
* Identifying and refining a niche for GGGI value-add in the area of sustainable landscapes (including sectoral and cross sectoral interventions), centered around demonstrating integration of natural capital in economic/financial decisions;
* Providing technical know-how through advice to country programs on sustainable landscapes;
* Providing delivery of technical inputs on policy, sustainable business model design, finance and investments to GGGI client countries and/or relevant counterparts on sustainable landscapes development matters;
* Developing science based standardized approaches and methods to programs and projects based on strong understanding of the intricate link between ecology and economy;
* Keeping Management and Country Representatives updated of developments in sustainable landscapes to ensure continued innovation and cutting-edge programmatic response;
* Advising and guiding the development of knowledge briefs/working papers, case studies/best practices and other relevant material as appropriate;
* Conducting expert review on projects, reviewing long-term strategies on sustainable management of natural resource dependent sectors (agriculture, forestry, tourism, fisheries, bioeconomy sectors, coastal/marine), climate smart solutions and conservation methods;
* Providing ideas and guidance to country programs, help build tools and products with a view to replicability, policy/investment analysis, financing advisory and capacity development;
* Working with relevant GGGI colleagues on the development of service offerings for sustainable landscapes area and associated “delivery” methods (i.e. “how” GGGI will engage/what GGGI will do);
* Converting experience gained through country activities and engagement in international networks into elements of South-South cooperation programs, sub-regional knowledge sharing programs and national level capacity building activities;
* Managing GGGI’s involvement at international forums, knowledge networks and other forums;
* Understanding GGGI project cycles and oversee all projects in the thematic portfolio with respect to their design, execution, and closure;
* Ensuring the application of results-based management and quality assurance frameworks and procedures for all projects in the thematic portfolio;
* Monitoring the performance of projects both programmatically and financially to ensure efficient and timely delivery of results;
* Identifying actions to be implemented to address non-performance, together with thematic experts under supervision;
* Establishing effective means of communication and cooperation across thematic areas and with country teams to enhance GGGI’s delivery.
* This person is expected to be the go-to person for all issues related to Sustainable Landscapes.

Financial and Human Resources Management
* Managing allocated financial and human resources with a focus on delivery of technical expertise across the thematic portfolio;
* Providing results-based planning and performance tracking;
* Providing clear direction and monitor the performance of all relevant technical and sectoral experts based on WPB and logical frameworks;
* Ensuring integrity and accountability of human resources, financial resources, administration, finance, IT, procurement, and security;
* Providing leadership and mentoring to staff within his/her area of responsibility;
* Developing short term as well as long term perspectives on staffing issues, including succession planning (where relevant), career development, and overall staff capacity development.

Communication
* Contributing to the preparation of corporate communication material;
* Engaging in interviews with journalists and media persons as needed;
* Creating avenues to promote knowledge sharing and best practice dissemination across GGGI´s portfolios of country programs;
* Supporting communications with key stakeholders relevant for the development of the thematic area within GGGI;
* Preferably be willing to actively contribute to sharing knowledge across relevant media platforms.

QUALIFICATIONS
* An advanced degree (Masters) relevant to natural resource management/economics, agroforestry/agrobusiness or equivalent is a requirement;
* Relevant professional experience (indicatively 15-20 years) that combines intellectual, strategic and managerial leadership in policy and investment-based Sustainable Landscapes solutions, particularly in an international setting with a public or private sector organization – preferably both;
* Demonstrated project management abilities, shown in concrete results delivered in time and within budget, reflecting the integration of similar GGGI´s values such as excellency, integrity, boldness and inclusiveness;
* Must have worked on environmental market-based methods relevant to natural capital; experience with designing results-based financing is key, including payments based on ecosystem services and nature-based solutions;
* Must have a proven record of providing technical advisory services to developing countries within the subject area;
* Experience in international organizations working with developing countries is desirable;
* Fluency in English is a must, knowledge of another relevant language is an asset;
* Must have an innovative entrepreneurial mindset and attitude;
* Established network of donors, philanthropy organizations and investment funds in the sustainable landscapes space is a strong asset;
* Proven managerial skills to lead a team effectively and deliver expected outputs on time and manage multi-cultural team;
* Willingness to travel is required;
* Strong experience in awareness raising and agenda setting;
* Strong network among relevant institutional actors.

Interviews are expected to be held in the week of November 4 via Skype.

Country: South Korea

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