Sustainable Finance Program Officer

CIFOR-ICRAF

. Draft, edit and proofread invitations, web, newsletter, social media, email and presentation content for Rio Changemakers and sustainable finance activities .

Posted 10/9/2026contractRemote • KenyaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in communications and event coordination, with a strong ability to draft and edit content for various digital channels. Proficient in using digital tools for project management and stakeholder engagement, ensuring effective organization and execution of events.

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Event CoordinationContent Drafting and EditingProficiency in CanvaStakeholder EngagementOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Content Management SystemsDigital Tools ProficiencyGenerative AI ApplicationsGraphic DesignMeeting Organization

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationNote-TakingProfessionalism

Tools & Technologies

CanvaWordPressVirtual Meeting ToolsSpreadsheetsShared Documents

Industry Keywords

Sustainable FinanceInternational DevelopmentEvent ManagementStakeholder EngagementEnvironmental Studies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

WordPress

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Draft, edit and proofread invitations, web, newsletter, social media, email and presentation content for Rio Changemakers and sustainable finance activities
Gather inputs from colleagues and partners, adapt materials for different audiences, and create materials in Canva
Support planning and delivery of the Investment Case Symposium, Rio Changemakers roundtables, webinars, advisory group meetings and other convenings
Maintain event schedules and checklists; prepare agendas, invitations, registration materials, speaker briefings and presentations
Coordinate speaker responses and practical arrangements and follow up after events
Prepare and track invitations and follow-up correspondence with speakers, partners, project developers, funds and other stakeholders
Maintain records of responses, commitments and next steps and flag items requiring decisions or senior follow-up
Organize shared files, calendars, workplans and contact records for the Sustainable Finance team
Track project updates, deliverables, deadlines and decisions across team activities
Take meeting notes, circulate action points and help assemble updates for internal meetings, partners and donors
Coordinate outreach calendars and campaign assets for Rio Changemakers launches, calls, events and milestones
Support website updates, registration forms, mailing lists and content uploads
Liaise with colleagues, service providers and external participants to collect information, monitor progress and keep communications and event tasks moving
Provide practical support across Sustainable Finance team activities as requested

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in communications, sustainable finance, international development, environmental studies, event management or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
Two to three years of relevant experience in communications, event coordination, programme support or stakeholder engagement
Experience with and proficiency in digital tools, including generative AI applications, graphic design platforms such as Canva, content management systems such as WordPress, and virtual meeting and collaboration tools
Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new digital technologies
Experience drafting and editing clear content for digital channels, presentations or partner communications
Practical experience organizing meetings or events and coordinating invitations, speakers or participants
Excellent written and spoken English
Strong organizational skills and confidence using shared documents, spreadsheets, calendars and online meeting tools
Ability to take concise notes, track actions and communicate professionally with varied stakeholders

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work arrangement