The Debt for Climate Swap Expert consultant will be primarily responsible for the delivery of technical assistance to the Government of Saint Lucia (GoSL) to develop and advance the implementation of a Debt for Climate Swap strategy. S/he will work closely with the Department of Finance, Department of Economic Development, and Department of Sustainable Development to develop and implement a Debt for Climate Swap Roadmap assessing the country´s debt profile, public finance policy, macroeconomic situation, and defining the process, actors and steps involved in a possible transaction. Additionally, s/he will provide awareness raising and capacity building to government actors, and support the GoSL throughout the engagement process with potential creditor counterparts. The Consultant will work under the supervision of the Caribbean Program Representative and Regional Investment Lead. The consultant will be expected to follow a highly consultative process, with biweekly validation calls with the Department of Finance, Department of Economic Development and Department of Sustainable Development.

• • Project:  Mobilizing International Climate Finance and Private Investments for Low-Carbon Development in Saint Lucia (GCF Readiness)
  • Duty station:  Home-based
  • Consultant Level:  Level 5
  • Total fees:  Maximum contract value is USD $80,000, dependent on selected candidate’s experience and qualifications