Advisor, Portfolio Management

Duty station: 

Home based

Posting End Date

13-Nov-2026

Role Purpose

The role of the Advisor, Portfolio Management for WEC is a home-based, retainer role. Under the guidance and supervision of the Head of WEC Portfolio, and in close collaboration with the WEC Portfolio Management Team, the Advisor, Portfolio Management will support WEC’s portfolio delivery performance and growth ambitions. The incumbent translates evolving climate action trends and partner needs into practical operational approaches, identifying synergies, replicable models, and new service lines to ensure WEC’s growth aligns with UNOPS, GPO, and WEC strategic objectives.

Functions / Key Results Expected

The Advisor, Portfolio Management is responsible for four key functional areas:

1. Strategic Portfolio Development and Positioning
2. Concept Note and Proposal Development
3. Project Set-up and Operationalization
4. Knowledge Management and Capacity Building

Strategic Portfolio Development and Positioning:

• Evaluate global climate finance, policy, and programming trends to identify business growth opportunities and strategic partnership avenues.
• Translate analytical insights into practical operational approaches, value propositions, and innovative service offerings for partner countries, cities, donors, and multilateral funds.
• Articulate WEC’s value proposition and strategic positioning within the broader climate action and environmental landscape.
• Support active promotion of WEC’s grant management, fund support, and implementation services to existing and prospective donors and partners.

Concept Note and Proposal Development:

• Identify and pursue high-potential opportunities with new and existing partners, leveraging WEC’s existing portfolio, partnerships, and track record.
• Lead and support the development of compelling, high-quality concept notes and proposals aligned with UNOPS, GPO and WEC strategic objectives.
• Ensure proposals adhere to UNOPS policy frameworks and standards while maintaining high feasibility, sustainability and operational standards.
• Collaborate across WEC and GPO portfolio and project teams to mobilize relevant technical expertise during project design.

Project Set-up and Operationalization:

• Guide project teams through the formal setup and initiation phase in full adherence to UNOPS operational policies and procedures.
• Provide advisory support on project setup, including governance structures, recruitment strategies, and procurement processes to ensure transparency and fairness.
• Support the development of implementation tools, including detailed work plans, budgets, risk logs, and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks.
• Assist in establishing strong working relationships with partners, donors, host governments, and key stakeholders to facilitate smooth implementation.

Knowledge Management and Capacity Building:

• Extract lessons learned, data, and insights from existing projects to identify cross-portfolio synergies and opportunities for scaling and replication.

Skills

Capacity Building, Climate Change, Portfolio Management, Project Portfolio Management, Proposal Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Partnerships, Strategic Planning

Education Requirements

Required

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) preferably in International Relations, Political Science, International Development, Public Administration, Environmental Studies or related field with 7 years of relevant experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) preferably in any discipline with 2 additional years of relevant experience.

Experience Requirements

Required:

• Relevant experience in project/programme management, fund management, and/or grant support within the international development sector.
• Demonstrated experience in managing or advising multi-stakeholder climate or environmental initiatives.

Desired:

• Familiarity with UNOPS/UN organizational policies, project management tools, and operational procedures.

Language Requirements

English: Fluent proficiency level required

French: Intermediate proficiency level desirable

Spanish: Intermediate proficiency level desirable

Job Highlight

Drive the strategic growth and operational delivery of the Water, Environment and Climate (WEC) portfolio by identifying partnership opportunities, leading proposal development, and guiding project operationalization.

Opportunities for learning and growth

• Commitment to Excellence: Our support extends to all personnel at every level of the organization.
• Ongoing Development: We provide ongoing opportunities to help our people learn, develop, and excel at their jobs.
• State-of-the-Art Learning: Access a wide range of learning through our blended learning programmes, covering Leadership development and Personal and professional development.
• Key Credentials: Opportunities to benefit from Internationally recognized technical certifications and Membership to professional associations in various areas.
• Internal Culture: We foster an environment that encourages and supports knowledge sharing and collaboration