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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.

BACKGROUND

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 private sector to help build economies that grow strongly and are more efficient and sustainable in the use of natural resources, less carbon intensive, and more resilient to climate change.

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. The organization also focuses on knowledge development and management activities which build a strong theoretical and empirical basis for green growth, while providing concrete options and guidance for policymakers; as well as building the conditions for public and private green infrastructure investments.

GGGI commenced operations in the Pacific in 2014, and it now has programs and projects in six member countries including Fiji, Kiribati, Papua New Guinea (PNG), Solomon Islands, Tonga, and Vanuatu, and in two partner countries, Samoa and Tuvalu. GGGI works in other Pacific Island Countries (PICs) in the Southern and Northern Pacific through its regional programs. The partnership between GGGI and PICs is built on supporting their transition towards low carbon, environmentally sustainable, climate resilient and socially inclusive economies. In 2026, GGGI Pacific has 32 active projects with its total staff expected to grow to 140 by end of 2026. In addition to national country programs, GGGI proactively implements regional programs and projects in the Pacific that benefit two or more countries for logistical reasons and economy of scale aligned with regional best practice.

Rural electrification in the Pacific faces significant barriers, including geographical challenges due to scattered and remote islands, which make infrastructure development costly and logistically complex. To address this challenge and improve rural electrification access in the Pacific, the European Union (EU) is implementing the Pacific Regional Electrification Program (EU Pac-REP) across all PICs. This EUR 15 million program aims to advance the inclusive, sustainable and resilient socioeconomic development across 13 selected PICs including Cook Islands, Fiji, Papua New Guinea (PNG), Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, Niue, Palau, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu, as well as Timor-Leste. The aim is to increase access to electricity in rural and remote areas, reduce carbon emission and reliance on imported fossil fuels.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Pacific Regional Implementation Officer, the National Coordination Officer will serve as the principal in-country focal point for the implementation of the EU Pac-REP program in Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), engaging across both national and state-level jurisdictions. The National Coordination Officer will support the delivery of program activities at the national level by providing technical, coordination, and operational support across renewable energy, rural electrification, and stakeholder engagement activities. The role will work closely with government counterparts, regional stakeholders, development partners, communities, and the GGGI project team to ensure activities are implemented effectively, aligned with national priorities, and delivered in accordance with program objectives and donor requirements. The position also requires regular coordination with regional Pac-REP teams and participation in program reporting, consultations, and knowledge-sharing activities across participating Pacific Island Countries.

PURPOSE

The National Coordination Officer is an in-country position that serves as the principal point of coordination between GGGI's Pac-REP program team and the Government of Federated States of Micronesia. The role is pivotal to the successful delivery of both Pac-REP outcomes at the country’s level, providing sustained, high-quality technical and advisory support across a three-year implementation period.

The National Coordination Officer will be based in Federated States of Micronesia and will be required to undertake travel to outer islands and rural communities across the four states of Chuuk, Pohnpei, Kosrae, and Yap as required by program activities. The position requires a practitioner who combines strong technical expertise in renewable energy and rural electrification with proven ability to navigate national policy development processes, facilitate multi-stakeholder dialogue and produce high-quality analytical and policy outputs.

ENGAGEMENT

The National Coordination Officer will report to the Pacific Regional Implementation Officer, with regular bi-weekly progress updates and monthly reporting in accordance with the programme's monitoring and evaluation framework. The National Coordination Officer will work in close partnership with the Department of Resources and Development through the Division of Energy and Water, enabling sustained engagement with government counterparts, utilities, communities, and development partners across both national and state jurisdictions. The National Coordination Officer will also participate in regional Pac-REP coordination meetings and contribute to reporting requirements for the European Union as required, collaborating with counterpart coordinators in Fiji, Kiribati and Vanuatu to support cross-country learning and regional coherence.

DELIVERY

The National Coordination Officer will be responsible for but not limited to:

• Coordinating with government focal points in Federated States of Micronesia, including the Department of Resources and Development (DoRD), Division of Energy, and state utility entities (CPUC, PPUC, KAJUR, and VIPA Energy), ensuring effective collaboration and national ownership of programme activities.
• Providing sound, evidence-based technical advice on renewable energy systems, rural electrification options, and off-grid technology solutions to government counterparts, utilities, and community stakeholders.
• Supporting the preparation and review of technical and policy documents, including policy drafts, regulatory proposals, feasibility studies, technical specifications, investment briefs, and sector strategies.
• Navigating both national and state-level policy development, consultation, and endorsement processes, and facilitating coordination between national and state energy policy frameworks across all four states.
• Planning and facilitating structured policy dialogue events, technical working group sessions, and multi-stakeholder consultations that reflect the full range of stakeholder perspectives.
• Supporting the full project development cycle for renewable energy installations in priority communities, from site identification and feasibility assessment through to procurement support, contractor supervision, and handover to local authorities.
• Undertaking outer island and state-level travel as required to support project implementation, site visits, consultations, and monitoring activities.
• Collaborating with Pac-REP coordinators in Fiji, Kiribati and Vanuatu to strengthen regional coordination, peer learning, and exchange of best practices.
• Producing well-written reports, policy papers, briefing notes, consultation summaries, and progress updates suitable for government decision-makers, development partners, and EU reporting requirements.
• Integrating gender-responsive and socially inclusive approaches into all policy and consultation processes, ensuring the needs of women, outer island communities, and marginalized groups are reflected in programme outcomes.
• Acting as the principal point of contact between GGGI’s Pac-REP programme team and the Government of Federated States of Micronesia, maintaining open, professional, and solution-focused relationships with counterparts across both federal and state jurisdictions.

REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor in energy engineering, electrical, mechanical, renewable energy, environmental science, public policy, development economics, or a closely related discipline.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressive professional experience in the energy sector, with a demonstrable focus on renewable energy, rural electrification, or sustainable energy access in Pacific Island Country or comparable Small Island Developing State (SIDS) contexts.
• Knowledge on renewable energy systems, off-grid solutions and rural electrification to government, utilities and communities.
• Experience in supporting review of national climate change and/or energy policy, regulatory frameworks and sector strategies, etc., identifying gaps and developing practical reform-oriented recommendations.
• Experience supporting preparation and quality assurance of technical and policy documents, including feasibility studies, investment proposals, procurement documents and sector strategies.
• Experience working with government counterparts on policy development and consultation processes at both national and state levels, including facilitation of stakeholder engagement and technical working groups.
• Practical experience supporting renewable energy project implementation, including feasibility work, procurement support, contractor coordination, site supervision and community engagement.
• Experience working in rural and outer island contexts with strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Ability to maintain programme records and contribute to monitoring, evaluation, learning and knowledge-sharing outputs.
• Experience supporting government advisory work in Federated States of Micronesia or the Pacific, including engagement with senior officials and national Congress or state legislative processes, and familiarity with formal policy and regulatory procedures in Federated States of Micronesia.
• Track record of supporting or coordinating renewable energy project development, including feasibility assessment, procurement support, contractor supervision and community engagement.
• Prior engagement with international organizations, development banks, bilateral donors, or EU-funded programs in the Pacific is a distinct advantage.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, with the ability to produce polished policy and technical documents to a professional standard.
• Proficiency in local languages relevant to Federated States of Micronesia will be an advantage.

FUNCTIONAL

• Knowledge of renewable energy technologies appropriate for rural and off-grid electrification, including solar PV, mini-grids, battery storage and hybrid systems.
• Understanding of rural electrification in the Pacific, including specific knowledge on FSM.
• Familiarity with climate change policy frameworks, Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and their linkages to national energy planning.
• Competency in monitoring and evaluation, including the ability to contribute to program indicator tracking and results reporting aligned with EU GERF standards.
• High degree of cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity, with experience working in cross-cultural settings and a deep appreciation for the values and social systems of Pacific Island communities.
• Strong facilitation and meeting management skills, including the ability to lead workshops with diverse stakeholder groups at national and state levels.
• High degree of personal organization with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality outputs within program timelines.

CORPORATE

• Upholds GGGI’s mission, vision, and values.
• Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and professionalism in all aspects of work.
• Works effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment.
• Maintains high standards of performance, adaptability, and service delivery.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This is a G8, national grade level in GGGI's salary scale. Determination of base salary is subject to candidate's experience, academic background and internal equity. GGGI provides 15% of base salary towards retirement plan/long-term savings, 27 days of annual leave, and private health insurance that covers dental and vision.

GGGI is committed to providing a work environment that is sufficiently flexible to accommodate diverse life-cycle challenges and assist Staff members to achieve a better balance between work and personal/family commitments, thus ensuring high performance, long-term productivity, and well-being of Staff members.