Technical Officer, CBF Advancing Circular Economy (ACE) Facility

About the career opportunity:

The Caribbean Biodiversity Fund (CBF) seeks a Technical Officer to support the implementation of its Advancing Circular Economy (ACE) Facility, focused on reducing marine pollution and promoting sustainable waste management across the Caribbean. The role involves providing technical oversight, supporting monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) systems, ensuring environmental and social safeguards compliance, and guiding circular economy projects. The Technical Officer will collaborate with the CBF Secretariat, ACE Program Manager, and regional stakeholders to strengthen project delivery, data-driven decision-making, and knowledge sharing. This is a full-time, one-year renewable consultancy position based within the Caribbean.

Expected Deliverables:

Provide technical and operational support for implementation of ACE Facility projects and strategic goals
Support monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) systems, including data collection, analysis, and reporting
Ensure compliance with environmental and social safeguards (ESMS) across funded projects
Conduct technical reviews of grant proposals and monitor project implementation
Develop and disseminate technical guidance materials and knowledge products
Support stakeholder engagement, partnerships, and representation in forums
Assist in preparation of reports to donors, board, and committees
Facilitate learning exchanges, capacity building, and knowledge-sharing events

Budget:

USD 49,200 annually

Minimum qualifications:

Master’s degree or higher in environmental management, environmental sciences, engineering, circular economy, natural resources, climate change, project management, statistics, monitoring and evaluation, or related field
At least 5 years of professional experience in monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL)
At least 5 years of experience in environmental and social risk management and safeguards frameworks
Experience designing and implementing projects in circular economy, marine pollution, or waste management
At least 5 years of experience working in the Caribbean region on environmental or sustainable development initiatives
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Working knowledge of Spanish and/or French is an asset

Management Skills:

Program and project management, including planning, budgeting, and reporting
Stakeholder engagement with governments, NGOs, private sector, and donors
Event organization, including workshops and webinars
Monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) for multi-country projects
Strategic planning and operational coordination

Technical Skills:

Expertise in circular economy, marine pollution, and waste management
Knowledge of environmental and social safeguards frameworks (IFC Performance Standards, World Bank ESF)
Data collection, analysis, and reporting for MEL systems
Development of technical guidance documents and tools
Proficiency in computer applications (word processing, spreadsheets, databases)