Organizational Wellbeing Specialist

Grade: IS-4
Deadline: 5 January 2025 (11:59 PM KST)
Job Category: International
Salary: USD 129,400 (plus attractive benefits, that include the following allowances (as applicable): Relocation, dependency, housing, education assistance and home country travel.

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. By the end of 2023, GCF had a portfolio of 243 projects in 129 countries, committing a total of USD 13.5 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.

Position Objective
The Organizational Wellbeing specialist is responsible for leading and implementing a portfolio of HR initiatives that promote staff wellbeing and encourage healthier lifestyle choices at the workplace. S/he will    collaborates across the Fund to align wellbeing initiatives with organizational goals, fosters a healthy work environment, and ensures employees have the tools and resources to thrive personally and professionally.

Purpose 

• Lead the development of GCF’s wellness program and its constant adaptation to the needs of the Fund and its people, the living conditions in the HQ country and in alignment with international best practices. 

• Identify opportunities of improvement to the programs on staff benefits related to staff wellbeing, health, employee assistance, work life balance, retirement plans etc. offered to the GCF’s workforce based on data and relevant market trends. 

• Serve as a trusted advisor on wellbeing topics to employees and leadership. 

• Ensure alignment of wellbeing programs with GCF’s value and culture 

• Promote a workplace culture that prioritizes wellbeing and resilience through training, workshops, and communication campaigns. 

Engagement

• Advocate internally to inspire and educate GCF staff to embrace the organization’s corporate values, principles, and culture while fostering healthier, more sustainable lifestyles. 

• Collaborate with management and other HRBPs to map and address particular workplace environment, diversity and inclusion, health (mental or physical) issues that can challenge an individual or a team’s morale and productivity. 

• Enhance relationships with similar organizations to exchange information, understand their HR practices and take advantage of the lessons learnt.  

•  Engage with external organizations to stay informed about best practices and emerging trends in workplace wellbeing. 

• Act as a liaison between leadership and employees to advocate for wellbeing priorities. 

Delivery

• Organize and lead workshops, seminars, and events focused on wellbeing and personal development. 

• Develop metrics and reporting tools to assess the effectiveness of wellbeing initiatives. 

• Optimize systems and procedures in HR key areas to evolve and maintain responsiveness of services to evolving client needs.  

• Build a network of specialists and vendors that can provide services needed by the staff and/or their families. 

• Deliver high-quality services according to standing applicable rules, in an equitable and transparent manner in order to provide an outstanding employee experience.  

Requirements (Education, experience, technical competencies required of the job)

• Master’s degree or higher in HR, Business/Public Administration or alternative relevant fields; or relevant Bachelor’s degree with 2 additional years of experience. 

• At least 9 years of relevant work experience in a similar role focused on employee wellbeing, engagement, or workplace culture. Strong understanding of wellbeing trends, mental health resources, and DEI principles. 

• Certifications such as corporate wellness specialist or worksite wellness specialist are a plus. 

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are essential for this position; knowledge of another UN language an advantage. 

• Outstanding listening skills, motivational skills and empathy. 

• Be well organized, able to multitask and willing to collaborate with people of all backgrounds. S/he should be able to problem-solve and offer effective and flexible solutions. 

The closing date for application is 5 January 2025. Applications submitted after the deadline may not be considered.

*The person assessed by the Selection Panel as most suitable for the position will be proposed for appointment. Selection among short-listed candidates will also take into account performance at interview, appropriate testing, and references. 

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