Technical Advisor (Climate Change), Fit4CBAM Project

Title: Technical Advisor (Climate Change)

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Period of Assignment: until 31.12.2025 with the possibility of extension

Location: Ankara

Project: Fit4CBAM: Carbon Pricing and Industrial Decarbonisation in CBAM Sectors Project

A. Main Activities

Project Management and Coordination

• Ensure alignment of project activities with national and international climate policies, trade policies, and commitments, including Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)-related regulations.
• Oversee the contracting process for external consultants, including drafting terms of reference, selection, supervision, and evaluation, ensuring compliance with GIZ rules and procedures.
• Prepare annual and interim project reports for the commissioning party (in English, and German if possible) and ensure proper archiving of all relevant documentation in accordance with GIZ policies.
• Monitor overall project progress, identify bottlenecks, and recommend alternative management strategies.
• Manage and monitor the project budget in close collaboration with the Finance Officer.

Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

• Analyse and evaluate the latest policy developments in Türkiye elated to climate action, trade policy, and the impact of CBAM on private sector actors.
• Develop and disseminate informative content, such as articles, briefing notes, and updates for diverse stakeholder groups.
• Ensure effective external communication and stakeholder outreach through digital and traditional media channels.
• Facilitate cooperation, maintain regular dialogue, and strengthen partnerships with key stakeholders, including industry representatives affected by CBAM.
• Develop communication materials and reports tailored to diverse stakeholders in Turkish, English, and if possible, German.
• Organise and oversee high-level meetings, policy dialogues, workshops, and other key events.

Strategy and Portfolio Development

• Support program management in refining and steering the strategic direction of project operations.
• Identify and explore opportunities to expand the Climate and Biodiversity portfolio in collaboration with national and international partners.
• Ensure the effective continuation of all program activities, working closely with program management.
• Provide advisory support to partner institutions in identifying external expertise needs, developing strategic plans, and designing project activities.
• Draft project concept notes and proposals to support future initiatives.

Contract Administration and Financial Oversight

• Monitor and manage contract deliverables, including timesheets, invoices, and payments.
• Prepare all necessary documentation for accounting and financial reporting.
• Liaise with the finance department at GIZ Türkiye and headquarters to ensure smooth payment processing and compliance with financial procedures.

B. Required qualifications, competencies and experience

Education/Qualifications

• University (preferably Master’s) degree in economics, climate and environmental science, or a related field.          

Professional experience

• At least 7 years of relevant professional experience, including leadership development and change management in the field of climate change. 
• Strong knowledge of domestic and international policies on climate change mitigation, adaptation, carbon pricing, and the CBAM.
• In-depth understanding of Türkiye’s socio-economic context, including key political, climate, economic, and trade policy actors and frameworks.
• Experience working with both private and public institutions, as well as civil society organisations, and proven experience in international cooperation projects.
• Ability to work in complex environments, demonstrating diplomatic skills in engagement with sensitive partners.

Other knowledge, additional competencies

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Business fluency in Turkish and English is required and proficiency in German will be considered as an asset.
• Excellent writing, analytical, and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong proficiency in digital tools, including information and communication technologies, office applications, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools.
• Highly organised, self-motivated, and capable of working under tight deadlines.
• Strong ability to work both independently and within a team-oriented environment

Applications:

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to apply through our Job Portal by filling in the digital application form as well as submitting their CV in GIZ Turkey’s format, university diplomas (BA/ BSc, MA/ MSc, PhD) and a Cover Letter in English, stating their qualifications and previous professional experiences.

The deadline for application is the 3rd of June, 2025.

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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