Process and System Improvement Manager - 3202

Grade: IS-5
Deadline: 17 December 2025 (11:59 PM KST)
Job Category: International
Salary: USD 145,000 (plus attractive benefits, that include the following allowances (as applicable)): Relocation, dependency, housing, education assistance and home country travel.
 
Introduction
 
The Green Climate Fund is the world’s largest dedicated multilateral climate fund and invests in impactful, innovative, catalytic programs and projects in developing countries across the globe. The GCF has a portfolio of 336 projects across 134 countries, with a total commitment of USD 19.3 billion to date.
 
In 2023, an additional USD 12.8 billion was pledged, to support our new strategic and programming cycle from 2024-2027; our ambition is to grow to become at least a USD 50 billion fund by 2030. Rooted in the core objectives of impact and efficiency, access and a focus on the most vulnerable, and mobilizing a much higher scale of public and private sector financial flows for climate action we have an unparalleled scale of resources, which, together with our risk appetite and flexibility allows us to bring together different partners and stakeholders in innovative partnerships for profound impact.
 
GCF is seeking a top-tier individual with a demonstrable track record of harnessing experience, energy and networks to tackle complex global climate change challenges. 
 
You will be committed to making a positive, measurable difference through a mission-driven role, and thrive in a fast-paced, diverse environment.  
 
You will be a nurturer of people: recognizing and growing the talent around you, exemplifying values of transparency, respect and innovation.
 
You will be committed to learning, knowledge-sharing, convening and communicating with partners to work together to ideate, develop and implement climate action initiatives that make a profound difference to people and planet.
 
You will join a team of talented, committed individuals representing almost 80 nationalities contributing skills and experience from academic, scientific, private, government and nonprofit backgrounds.  Together, we work with governments, communities and civil society, technical agencies, and the private sector across the world.
 
Interested in more information? 
Learn about working for GCF: https://www.greenclimate.fund/about/careers 
View current vacancies: https://jobs.greenclimate.fund/
 
About the Green Climate Fund (GCF)
 
Set up in 2010 by the 194 countries who are Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), GCF takes its responsibility as the world’s largest dedicated multilateral climate fund to heart.  GCF funds transformative climate projects across the developing world, supporting countries in their responses and actions to tackle climate change while fostering sustainable development within their communities. 
 
Our country-driven approach ensures that our actions are tailored to the unique circumstances and national aspirations of each nation we support. Besides channeling public and private sector investment through a broad range of financing instruments, GCF builds the capacity of developing countries to take climate action through an extensive Readiness Programme ensuring countries are increasingly well-equipped and financed to manage their climate futures.
 
Headquartered in the Republic of Korea, GCF operates with a diverse and talented workforce of over 300 people.
 
Position Objective
 
The Process and System Improvement Manager leads a small team and manages cross-functional projects to drive continuous improvement across the organization. This role focuses on streamlining processes and ensuring that the Fund’s systems are 
designed and configured for process optimization.
 
The manager acts as main point of contact with the Department of IT and requires strong leadership, project management, and technical skills, as well as capacity to adapt to an International Organization.
 
 
Purpose 
     * Support the organization’s mission through continuous performance improvement
     * Drive organization-wide initiatives aimed at process and system improvements aiming to optimize workflow and increase overall efficiency. 
 
Engagement
     * Report to the Operational Control Manager within the Operations Risk, Control and Excellence team
     * Lead and mentor a small team responsible for process and system improvement activities.
     * Collaborate with cross-departmental teams, including Finance, Procurement, Investment   , People and Culture and other teams, to identify and implement process enhancements aligned with organizational goals.
     * Act as the primary liaison with IT for Oracle Fusion system upgrades, automation, and functional improvements.
     * Collaborate with the Operational Control officer to mitigate operational risks in processes and systems
     * Facilitate internal and external stakeholder engagement, workshops, and requirements gathering sessions to ensure project success.  
     * Engage with senior leadership to communicate progress, challenges, and impact of initiatives.
     * Coordinate change management efforts, including user training and adoption of new or improved processes and systems.
 
Delivery
     * Develop the Process Improvement Framework of the Fund   , adjusting lean 6sigma methodology to the context of the GCF
     * Prioritize initiatives based on organizational risk, impact, and strategic importance.
     * Lead end-to-end process improvement projects within Oracle Fusion modules and other systems, ensuring alignment with organizational strategies and compliance standards.
     * Support the development of tools and dashboards to enhance GCF’s monitoring systems
     * Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of workflows, system configurations, controls, and improvements.
     * Monitor, evaluate, and report on the effectiveness of system and process enhancements, recommending further improvements.
     * Ensure all modifications and implementations adhere to internal policies, industry standards, and UNFCCC-specific regulatory requirements.
     * Foster a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement across the organization.
 
Requirements (Education, experience, technical competencies required of the job)
     * Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology, or related fields; or bachelor’s degree plus 2 additional years of experience.
     * Minimum of 11 years of experience in operational excellence, process improvement, finance, procurement
     * Understanding of ERP platforms (r Oracle fusion) and system enhancements, 
     * 4+ years of experience in management role.   
     * Certification in Lean, 6-sigma (black belt is highly desirable or other operational excellence framework
     * Proven skills in leading small teams and managing process improvement cross-functional projects.
     * Strong knowledge of Oracle Fusion architecture, workflows, automation and reporting capabilities, and finance/procurement processes.
     * Excellent project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deliverables.
     * Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex processes and data.
     * Effective stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with experience managing change.
     * Experience working with international organizations, or UN agencies is desirable
     * Fluency in both written and spoken English; knowledge of one or more languages is an advantage.
 
Skills and Competencies:
     * Leadership & Team Management: Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a small team.
     * Cross-Functional Collaboration: Skilled at engaging stakeholders across different functions and cultural contexts.
     * Oracle Fusion Expertise: Deep understanding of Oracle Fusion finance and procurement modules, with the ability to implement and optimize workflows.
     * Process Optimization & Automation: Proficient in reengineering processes using automation tools within Oracle.
     * Project & Change Management: Capable of leading multiple initiatives and managing change effectively.
     * Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong capability to analyze system data and operational processes for continuous improvement.
     * International Standards & Compliance: Familiarity with UN and other international organizational standards is a strong plus.
     * Cultural Sensitivity & Adaptability: Ability to work effectively in multicultural and international environments.
 
The closing date for application is 17 October 2025. Applications submitted after the deadline may not be considered.
 
*The person assessed by the Selection Panel as most suitable for the position will be proposed for appointment. Selection among short-listed candidates will also take into account performance at interviews, appropriate testing, and references.
 
Applications from women and nationals of developing countries are strongly encouraged.

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