We seek a highly motivated, proactive, and experienced candidate for the position of:
Junior Officer, Resilient Development
The successful candidate will be a part of the international ICLEI World Secretariat team based in Bonn, Germany, and will be placed within the Resilient Development Team.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
Project Coordination, Reporting, and Delivery support for the “Urban Infrastructure Insurance Facility (UIIF)” project, implemented across Latin America and the Caribbean cities, activities including:
● Support effective communication and coordination with consultants, project stakeholders, and ICLEI Regional Offices, including participation in meetings and calls to ensure timely delivery of milestones;
● Contribute to the planning and organization of virtual and in-person project-related events such as conferences, workshops, and partner meetings to enhance project visibility and stakeholder engagement;
● Assist in the preparation of biannual narrative reports, technical documents, and internal updates to support monitoring, evaluation, and funder reporting requirements.
Strategic Support for Global Coordination and Events Under the Resilient Development Pathway:
● Support the Resilient Development Team in organizing quarterly coordination calls and ensuring effective collaboration across ICLEI offices through structured internal mechanisms and data-informed reporting;
● Support the planning, design, and delivery of international events (virtual, hybrid, or in-person), including webinars, workshops, and high-level partner meetings, managing logistics, speaker coordination, and follow-up documentation;
● Contribute to the creation of knowledge products and advocacy materials (e.g., factsheets, blog posts, website updates), aligning messages with ICLEI’s Resilient Development pathway and supporting global outreach and visibility;
● Serve as a liaison with the Knowledge Management Team to leverage data from ICLEI’s internal Activity Reporting Dashboard, using insights from Regional Offices to support and inform the global implementation and outreach
Project Acquisition, Proposal Writing, and Advocacy
● Contribute to the acquisition and design of international projects aligned with ICLEI’s Resilient Development vision for local and regional governments, particularly in the areas of Climate and Disaster Risk Finance and Insurance (CDRFI), equitable development, disaster management, Small Island Developing States (SIDS), community resilience, and informal settlements;
● Support the expansion of ICLEI’s global project portfolio through partnership building, participation in external meetings, and effective documentation to advance global resilience efforts.
Special Requirements
Requirements:
● 1-2 years of work experience in a related field. Experience working for local governments, not-for-profit, and/or membership organizations is highly desirable;
● A Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject such as Political Science, Urban Studies, Human Geography, Environmental Science, International Relations, or similar;
● Experience with digital collaboration tools (e.g., Miro, Mural), Google Workspace, MS Office, and basic proficiency in design platforms (Canva, Adobe Suite);
● Fluency in written and spoken English is required; proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is also required;
● Strong research, analytical thinking, reporting, and concise writing skills;
● Experience working in database management and visualizing complex information.
Highly desirable:
● Experience related to local governments, Climate and Disaster Risk Finance and Insurance (CDRFI), equitable development, disaster management, Small Island Developing States (SIDS), community resilience, informal settlements, or stakeholder engagement and partnerships;
● Experience coordinating virtual or in-person events, workshops, and conferences;
● Experience working in an international setting;
● Experience in coordinating international projects.
The Successful Candidate:
● Thrives in a collaborative, international environment and takes initiative in shaping impactful outcomes;
● Is an excellent communicator with experience in public speaking, workshop facilitation, or content creation for diverse audiences;
● Shows high interest and enthusiasm for enhancing resilience and exploring innovative approaches, working with multiple stakeholders;
● Is self-motivated, with a positive and proactive attitude, as well as excellent interpersonal skills;
● Is well organized, attentive to details, maintains quality delivery, and acts with honesty and accountability in all tasks;
● Has a strong ability and willingness to work as part of a team, as well as independently;
● Demonstrates flexibility and the ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities, contexts, time zones, and emerging opportunities in a fast-paced environment;
● Capacity to bring new ideas and contribute meaningfully to project ideation beyond the current portfolio of the team;
● Maintains cultural sensitivity and has a deep understanding and respect for diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Application:
Please send your application by email to careers (dot) bonn (at) iclei (dot) org, with the
subject line: “Junior Officer, Resilient Development.”
Your application should include:
● A letter of motivation, your most recent CV, and any relevant certificates or supporting documents — all combined into a single PDF file (maximum size: 5 MB).
● Your earliest possible start date.
● An indication of your citizenship and whether you hold a valid work permit for Germany.
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Equal Opportunity and Employment Policy
ICLEI World Secretariat’s hiring policy is geared to ensure that the organization hires employees without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, gender, marital status, socio-economic background or sexual orientation. ICLEI’s policy is that applicants for employment and career progression are considered solely on the basis of their relevant qualifications and competencies.
Please note that applications received after the deadline cannot be considered.
In order to support the evaluation via interview, shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a written test relevant to the job content. Kindly note, that applications are reviewed continuously upon arrival, and submitting your application as soon as possible is advisable. The ICLEI World Secretariat shall only contact those applicants shortlisted for this position.