INTRODUCTION TO GGGI

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page. 

Consultancy Level: 2

Consultancy Type: Daily Rate

Daily rate for the Level: 100 USD 

Application Deadline: Shown in the bottom of the page

General Information

• Project: DO010-E1: Dominican Republic Country Platform: strengthening institutional capacity and developing a national climate investment portfolio to advance the NDC and strategic climate frameworks

• Duty station: Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

• Contract duration: 01/12/2026 – 10/10/2027

• Estimated number of working days: 212 days (100% dedication) 

• Consultant level: Level 2

• Total fees: USD 21,200.00 (daily-rate contract: USD 100/day)

Project Background

The Green Climate Fund ("GCF" or the "Fund") is a financing mechanism of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change ("UNFCCC"), established to provide financial support to countries such as the Dominican Republic in meeting their emission reduction targets. As a GCF Delivery Partner since 2017, GGGI supports the country in accessing the Readiness and Preparatory Support Programme grants and in strengthening local capacities.

GGGI's Carbon Pricing Unit is a global leader in technical assistance on Article 6 of the Paris Agreement and, since 2019, has supported countries in accessing international carbon markets. In 2024, GGGI launched the Carbon Transaction Facility (CTF) to scale up cooperation under Article 6 through country-level readiness support and dedicated Carbon Funds.

In its updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0 DR-2025), the Dominican Republic commits to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by 14,732.10 ktCO₂e by 2030 and 18,349.32 ktCO₂e by 2035. The Government, led by the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (MMARN), is advancing reforms to strengthen the enabling environment for carbon and biodiversity market transactions, including Resolution No. 0028/2025, which establishes the National Registry of Environmental and Biodiversity Benefits and provides a key regulatory foundation for the national implementation of Article 6.

The National Designated Authority (NDA) of the Dominican Republic is MMARN, and the focal point representing the NDA is the Vice-Ministry of Climate Change and Sustainability. The NDA coordinates closely with key government entities and with nominated Direct Access Entities (DAEs) to ensure complementarity of financing, and coordinates with relevant stakeholders to align projects with national priorities and commitments, including those related to Article 6.

To support the implementation of this agenda, GGGI hired an International Article 6 Expert Consultant, who reports to the Carbon and Biodiversity Markets Senior Associate and works on the design of the national carbon market policy instruments (National Strategy, Authorization Framework, Participation and Risk Management Framework, and Governance Framework), operational support for bilateral cooperation under Article 6.2, the validation of these instruments, and capacity building on Article 6 and REDD+. This NDA Assistant position provides the coordination, logistical, and administrative support needed for this agenda to move forward smoothly among GGGI, MMARN, and the other counterparts involved.

Objective of the Assignment

General objective

To provide coordination, communications, logistical and administrative support to the National Designated Authority (NDA) and to GGGI’s Carbon and Biodiversity Markets Senior Associate, so that the Article 6, carbon markets and GCF Readiness agenda in the Dominican Republic moves forward on time among GGGI, MMARN and the other counterparts involved.

Specific objectives

1. NDA communications and systems. Manage the NDA’s communications on Article 6, carbon and biodiversity markets, including the NDA email account for the environmental markets agenda and user permissions for the National Registry of Environmental and Biodiversity Benefits.

2. Document and signature management. Ensure orderly receipt, tracking and signature of NDA documents related to the Article 6 and carbon markets portfolio.

3. Coordination of consultants and deliverables. Support the Article 6 Expert Consultant and other consultants and firms under the project. This includes following up on meetings and on the deliverables schedule for Global Objectives O0–O5: work plan, design of policy instruments, operational support for bilateral cooperation under Article 6.2, validation and roadmap, capacity building, and final package.

4. Missions and capacity building. Organize travel for the NDA and the Senior Associate for bilateral Article 6 negotiations and international carbon market events. Follow up on the NDA’s participation in Article 6 and REDD+ training.

5. Knowledge products and editorial quality. Prepare presentations, meeting minutes and technical notes. Provide editorial and style review of the national policy instruments: National Carbon Markets Strategy, Authorization Framework, Participation and Risk Management Framework, and Governance Framework.

The NDA Assistant will report to GGGI's Carbon and Biodiversity Markets Senior Associate and will work closely with MMARN's Directorate of Financial Mechanisms and Portfolio Management, as well as with the Article 6 Expert Consultant and other consultants and firms contracted under the project.

Scope of Work

1. Support the NDA's communications on matters related to Article 6, carbon markets, biodiversity, and other stakeholders, including:

   • Managing the NDA email account linked to the environmental markets agenda.

   • Managing permissions and users of the NDA's systems, including the National Registry of Environmental and Biodiversity Benefits.

2. Preparing PowerPoint presentations to support the participation of the Senior Associate and the NDA in meetings and public engagements on Article 6.

3. Receiving documents and managing signature processes for the NDA in cases related to the Article 6 and carbon markets portfolio.

4. Providing logistical and administrative support related to the Article 6 agenda and GCF Readiness, including:

   • Support the Article 6 Expert Consultant and other local and international consultants contracted under the project, including following up on meetings and on the deliverables schedule associated with Global Objectives O0–O5 of the Article 6 Expert Consultant's ToR (work plan, design of policy instruments, operational support for bilateral cooperation under Article 6, validation and roadmap, capacity building, and final package).

   • Provide travel arrangements for the NDA and the Senior Associate, including flight and hotel bookings and issuance of e-tickets, for official missions related to bilateral Article 6 negotiations and international carbon market events.

   • Following up on the NDA's participation in courses and capacity-building activities on Article 6 and REDD+.

   • Drafting meeting minutes and technical notes for meetings related to the Article 6 agenda, including editorial and style review of the policy products prepared by the Article 6 Expert Consultant (National Carbon Markets Strategy, Authorization Framework, Participation and Risk Management Framework, and Governance Framework).

Expertise Required

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, economics, environmental sciences, international relations, law, statistics, project management, or other disciplines related to the environment and/or public management.

• Courses, seminars, or diploma programs in climate finance, carbon markets, Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, economic development, international development, or other disciplines related to green growth and climate investment (desirable; not a mandatory requirement).

• At least 4 years of relevant professional experience, with an emphasis on working with public and private sector stakeholders, as well as budget and program execution, preferably in developing countries.

• Experience preparing workshops and consultations with stakeholders involved in projects financed by sustainable development and/or climate change funds (such as the Green Climate Fund).

• General knowledge of carbon markets and Article 6 of the Paris Agreement; prior experience supporting bilateral cooperation processes under Article 6 or the National Registry of Environmental and Biodiversity Benefits is an asset.

• Experience working closely with government and non-government stakeholders, particularly in developing countries, and with intergovernmental organizations (an asset).

• Excellent writing, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Fluency in Spanish and English; proficiency in French is desirable.

Administrative Information

Interested consultants shall submit following documentation:

• Availability during the project period
• No conflict of interest arises while taking this assignment
• Application, Cover Letter, and CV must be sent in English.

Selection method/process: competitive selection.

Selection process timeframe: 15 days.

The closing date is based on Korea Standard Time (KST). Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered. The cover letter and CV must be submitted in English. A consortium or firm may not be engaged for this individual consultancy assignment.

Social and Sustainability Safeguards

As an institution, GGGI is governed by its project-level Sustainability and Safeguards Rules (SSR) for all projects, in line with international environmental and social safeguards standards. The SSR are aligned with commonly recognized international environmental and social safeguards (ESS) standards, namely the World Bank Performance Standards, which ensure the project-level protection of communities and individuals affected by GGGI's activities. GGGI has integrated project-level environmental and social safeguards into its Project Cycle Management (PCM), with mandatory preliminary gender and social screenings, as well as ESS screening of all projects to identify and manage risks.

In addition, GGGI's Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Strategy 2021–2025 provides a framework for achieving the principle of "leaving no one behind" in the transition to green growth, guiding GGGI's approaches to mainstreaming gender equality and poverty reduction in GGGI's Dominican Republic Program. This also includes applying the indicators of GGGI's Gender Equality and Poverty Reduction Policy across all projects. GGGI's Corporate Results Framework requires gender-disaggregated indicators for participation in GGGI capacity-building events.

GGGI's Child Protection Rules and GGGI's Rules on Sexual Exploitation ensure the protection of children affected by GGGI's activities or in contact with personnel engaged by GGGI, with GGGI adopting a zero-tolerance approach to child exploitation. GGGI is committed to child protection, regardless of whether a specific area of work involves direct contact with children. GGGI's Child Protection Policy has been drafted in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child. All of the above procedures are accompanied by guidelines and capacity-building initiatives. GGGI also offers a working environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, embracing diversity in all its forms, integrity, and a healthy work-life balance. We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply. GGGI promotes equal opportunities for all, including persons with disabilities.

All GGGI policies are publicly available at the following link: https://gggi.org/policy-documents/

Anti-Fraud and Protection Measures

GGGI is committed to applying the principles of transparency and accountability in its decisions and actions, and to acting with integrity in all aspects of its operations. GGGI's anti-corruption policy establishes zero tolerance for corruption and for fraudulent, coercive, and collusive practices in GGGI's operations. The whistleblower policy is available at the following link: https://gggi.org/site/assets/uploads/2017/11/Whistleblower-Policy_02072015.pdf

In addition, all GGGI policies are available for public consultation at the following link: https://gggi.org/policy-documents/

Child protection – GGGI is committed to child protection, irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children. GGGI’s Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.