DFCD Business Development Officer

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(This is a 24-month contract position based in Newlands, Cape Town or Braamfontein, Johannesburg)

WWF is the worlds largest and most respected independent conservation organisation, with over 6 million supporters and a global network active in over 100 countries. WWFs mission is to stop the degradation of the Earths natural environment and to build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature, by conserving the worlds biological diversity, ensuring that the use of renewable natural resources is sustainable, and promoting the reduction of pollution and wasteful consumption.

WWF South Africa is a national office that is part of the WWF network. We are a local NGO that has worked for 50 years with the aim of inspiring all South Africans to live in harmony with nature, for the benefit of our country and the wellbeing of all our people. WWFs work is for nature, for you.

Our work is challenging and exciting and we love what we do. To join our team, you need to be brilliant at what you do, passionate, results-orientated and have a positive attitude.

Background:

DFCD Business Development Officer will support the Dutch Fund for Climate and Development (DFCD) in advancing climate change adaptation and resilience-building initiatives across South Africa and the African region. DFCD, a collaboration between the Nederlandse Financierings-Maatschappij voor Ontwikkelingslanden N.V. (FMO), Climate Fund Managers (CFM), WWF Netherlands, and SNV Netherlands Development Organisation, mobilises private sector funding to implement nature-based solutions that address climate risks.

This role focuses on identifying, originating, and developing bankable climate adaptation projects, building stakeholder capacity, and integrating DFCDs strategic landscape approach to achieve sustainable environmental and social impact.

Requirements:

• Degree in finance, business, economics, climate, or environmental development.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance (e.g. investment banking, assets management etc.) and climate change adaptation.
• Strong financial modelling, analytics and interpretation of data sets capabilities.
• Proven application of climate change adaptation strategies to landscapes.
• Analytical and strategic thinker with a holistic view of climate risks and resilience
• Strong understanding of climate change risks, vulnerability, and resilience-building.
• Project management expertise, including planning, implementation, and monitoring.
• Proven ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders, including local communities and governmental bodies.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral.
• Knowledge of environmental and social topics like ecosystems, GESI, FNS, and biodiversity.
• Experience in capacity building and working with funding partners and third-party organisations.
• You recognise yourself in the values of WWF: Courage, Integrity, Respect, Collaboration and Inclusion.

To apply please provide a detailed CV and cover letter fully motivating the relevant skills, experience and creativity that you can bring, together with the names, current e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of three relevant references.

Responsibilities:

• Bankable Project Identification, Origination, and Development (100% South Africa):

• Scout and evaluate new bankable projects by leveraging local networks and engaging with communities and stakeholders.
• Support due diligence activities and oversee contracting processes for new projects.
• Ensure smooth project implementation, address challenges, highlight successes, and facilitate project graduation to investors.

• Capacity Building and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Work with WWF South Africa colleagues to support multi-stakeholder partnerships and capacity-building initiatives.
• Integrate DFCD insights into WWF South Africas landscape planning processes.
• Facilitate community engagement initiatives and assist bankable projects in executing inclusive and participatory activities.

• National Risk and Opportunity Review:

• Analyze existing risk and vulnerability assessments to inform landscape planning and mainstream climate adaptation solutions.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts on Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI), Biodiversity, and Food and Nutrition Security (FNS) to assess environmental and social risks.

• Project Management:

• Align strategy and planning with the DFCD Regional Manager for Africa.
• Manage and update a pipeline of project opportunities using tools like Monday.com.

Information :

• Company : Worldwide Fund for Nature
• Position : DFCD Business Development Officer
• Location : Cape Town, Western Cape
• Country : ZA

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