Please note that the deadline is based on Korean Standard Time Zone (KST, UTC+9)

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.

Project background

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is an intergovernmental organization founded to support and promote a model of economic growth known as green growth, which targets key aspects of economic performance such as poverty reduction, job creation, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability. GGGI works with countries around the world, building their capacity and working collaboratively on green growth policies that can impact the lives of millions. The organization partners with countries, multilateral institutions, government bodies, and the private sector to help build strong economies that are more efficient and sustainable in the use of natural resources, less carbon intensive, and more resilient to climate change. GGGI supports stakeholders through complementary and integrated workstreams that deliver comprehensive products designed to assist in developing, financing, and mainstreaming green growth in national economic development plans.

GGGI has a diverse portfolio of programs in developing countries around the world. These in-country programs, together with global products and services, focus on delivering results through an integrated approach of evidence-based green growth planning and implementation aligned to countries’ development priorities.

Objectives of the assignment

The consultant will provide technical advisory in the financial structuring, governance design, and operationalization of the National Financing Vehicle (NFV). The role includes conducting financial scenarios, supporting the development of operational and fiduciary frameworks, contributing to strategic and monitoring arrangements, and supporting investor engagement activities. The consultant will also support MAE in strengthening internal financial capacities to ensure long-term sustainability and effective management of the NFV.

The consultant will be based in Quito and will work on a full-time basis, requiring partial on-site presence at the Ministry of Environment and Energy (MAE).

Scope of Work

The consultant will be responsible for:

Deliverable 1: Work Plan

• Develop a detailed work plan outlining the methodology, timeline, milestones, and coordination mechanisms for the assignment, in consultation with GGGI, MAE and relevant stakeholders.

Deliverable 2: Financial Advisory and Capacity Building

• Design and deliver a comprehensive financial capacity-building program for MAE focused on the creation, structuring, and operationalization of climate finance vehicles, including the National Financing Vehicle (NFV), based on international best practices.

• Develop and deliver training materials and practical tools (training modules, presentations, case studies, templates, and guidance notes) to support institutional learning and replication.

• Provide ongoing technical and advisory support to MAE to support the application of acquired knowledge in the day-to-day design and decision-making processes related to the NFV and other climate finance mechanisms.

Deliverable 3: Foundational Design and Operational Frameworks of the NFV

• Conduct financial analyses and scenario modeling to support the design and implementation of the NFV.

• Assist in defining the NFV’s strategic objectives, governance structure, and capitalization strategy, including fiduciary and decision-making mechanisms.

• Support the development of the NFV Operational Manual, including fiduciary arrangements, fund flow structures, institutional roles, risk management, and internal control procedures.

• Contribute to the design and structuring of the NFV’s financial instruments and support the identification and assessment of potential implementing and executing entities.

• Develop monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) tools to ensure financial, environmental, and programmatic traceability and accountability of the NFV.

• Provide technical inputs to ensure alignment of the NFV with national climate strategies, public financial management frameworks, and relevant international climate finance standards and best practices.

Deliverable 4: Investor Engagement and Market Readiness

• Design, organize, and deliver investment roadshows to promote the NFV to potential domestic and international investors, development finance institutions, and impact investors, using investor-ready financial narratives and materials.

• Prepare and refine investor outreach materials, including pitch decks, investment briefs, and financial summaries, tailored to different investor profiles.

• Lead investor engagement processes by facilitating technical discussions, responding to investor questions, and clarifying the financial structure, governance, and risk-return profile of the NFV.

• Collect, systematize, and analyze expressions of interest (EOIs) from potential investors to inform the operationalization, capitalization, and scaling of the NFV.

• Provide technical feedback to MAE and GGGI on investor perceptions, market appetite, and potential adjustments required to enhance the attractiveness and bankability of the NFV.

• Final report highlighting the main results of the consultancy, including lessons learned, challenges, and perspectives of the developed NFV, as well as other recommendations for new financial mechanisms for mitigation and adaptation projects. All relevant reports, and other documents prepared from the start to the end of the assignment shall be attached.

Payment Schedule

Please note that payments will be disbursed based on the successful completion (reviewed and approved by the project manager GGGI, an approval is granted once the corrections suggested in the review process are implemented) of the deliverables described above, according to the following table:

Coordination and compliance

• The consultant must sign a confidentiality agreement with the Republic of Ecuador.

• All relevant technical papers, reports, and other documents prepared from the start to the end of the assignment shall be attached to the final Report and must be included in a digital repository provided by GGGI.

• The consultant will make the best use of both primary and secondary sources of information to develop activities defined under the contract objective.

• The consultant will work closely with GGGI staff to ensure the goals of this consultancy, and he/she will also be responsible for reporting their progress to the GGGI supervisor.

• The consultancy budget stated below includes the costs of transportation and accommodation. There is no additional budget that will cover the travel required for the assignment.

• This consultancy fee is a lump sum cost.

Expertise required

• Master's degree in business administration, finance or other related fields of study; or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

• At least five (5) years of professional experience in the financial sector (public or private), with a demonstrated track record in the design, structuring, or implementation of financial instruments, preferably in the establishment and operation of trust funds.

• Demonstrated experience in the design, structuring, and operationalization of financial vehicles, such as special funds, financing facilities, SPVs, or blended finance mechanisms.

• Proven experience in developing governance frameworks, capitalization strategies, and fiduciary arrangements for public or private financial mechanisms.

• Solid experience conducting financial analysis and scenario modeling, including assessment of financial sustainability and risk allocation.

• Experience engaging with development finance institutions and private or impact investors, including support to market sounding, roadshows, or capitalization processes.

• Professional proficiency in Spanish and English.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong technical knowledge of financial modeling, fund and financial vehicle design, fiduciary frameworks, and MRV systems.

• Good understanding of sustainable finance, and familiarity with international best practices.

• Ability to translate complex financial and technical concepts into practical guidance for public sector counterparts.

• Demonstrated capacity to facilitate multi-stakeholder processes, including technical workshops, training activities, and investor engagement sessions.

• Strong analytical, communication, and coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively in an on-site government environment and support institutional decision-making.

Administrative Information

• Request: GGGI Application form, CV and cover letter in English.

• Selection method/process: Competitive

• Timeline of selection: 12 days

• Date to close is Korean Standard Time (KST). Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered Application. Cover Letter, and CV must be sent in English. A consortium, or a firm may not be engaged for the individual consultant assignment.