[Hiring] Independent Expert Appraisal Group - Business and Conservation Finance Sustainability Member @PACT Belize

Role Description

The Independent Expert Appraisal Group (IEAG) provides independent technical review and advisory support to PACT across its programmes, projects, and financing mechanisms, including:

• Conservation investment
• Climate finance
• Environmental and social safeguards
• Third-Party Investments where applicable

The IEAG guides PACT and prospective funding recipients in:

• Developing and assessing proposals aligned with national priorities
• Ensuring environmental sustainability and climate resilience
• Complying with PACT’s strategies and policies

It also advises the QMEL Unit and Programming Department on:

• Proposal merit
• Relevant national laws and policies
• Compliance with PACT’s Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS), Performance Standards, and related frameworks

Qualifications

• Graduate degree (Master's or higher) in Finance, Business, Economics, Conservation Finance, or a closely related field
• Minimum five (5) years of demonstrated professional experience in sustainable finance, conservation finance, or enterprise development
• Working knowledge of green financing, blended finance instruments, and cost-benefit analysis
• Experience assessing financial sustainability, investment planning, or business models for conservation initiatives
• Familiarity with international safeguards frameworks (e.g., IFC Performance Standards, World Bank ESF, GCF ESS, AF ESP) or equivalent
• Strong analytical and written English communication skills

Requirements

• Prior experience conducting technical reviews for climate finance entities, conservation trust funds, or international donors
• Knowledge of Belize's conservation financing landscape and national development priorities
• Familiarity with PACT's operational context and portfolio

Benefits

• Remuneration of BZD $600 per meeting
• BZD $100 for each proposal reviewed

Application Procedures

Applicants shall submit the following in a single electronic package:

• A cover letter indicating interest in serving as a Business and Conservation Finance Sustainability expert on the IEAG roster
• A curriculum vitae detailing relevant qualifications, professional experience, and technical expertise
• The names and contact details of at least two (2) professional references
• Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates

Applications shall be submitted in English. Application deadline is 06 November 2026.