Support the establishment and strengthening of territorial funding mechanisms governed by our peoples and communities
Facilitate the flow of funds to the regional and national territorial funding mechanisms and support their capacity strengthening processes
Facilitate a strategic and sustained dialogue with donors to increase and improve funding to our people and communities
Coordinate and take part in strategic advocacy processes at the global, regional, and country levels
Exchange experiences and good practices for ensuring transparency, accountability, flexibility, inclusion, and sustainability
Continue to develop simple reporting, accounting, monitoring, and evaluation systems and procedures that can be used and adapted by our institutions, as well as by donors, allies, and partner organizations
Monitor the status and trends of funding allocated for and received by our people and communities
Advise the Leadership Council, member organizations, and territorial funds on climate and biodiversity issues
Develop close relationships with territorial funds, IP and LC organizations

Bachelor's degree with a graduate degree or master's degree in International Studies, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Finance, Law, Economics, or other related field
Minimum 5 years of post-graduate professional experience
Ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary projects and meetings with diverse stakeholders and interest groups, from community representatives to financiers, entrepreneurs, and government representatives
Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous Peoples and local communities’ issues and demands in international advocacy arenas, as well as their struggle for the recognition of their rights
Proficiency in English and a second language from the GATC (Indonesian, Spanish, French, and Portuguese)
Minimum 5 years of experience working with organizations of Indigenous Peoples and/or local communities
Experience in fundraising as well as planning, monitoring, and evaluation of international projects
Knowledge of international negotiations regarding climate change and biodiversity, with respect to Indigenous Peoples and local communities
Experience living and working in an indigenous or forest community and the ability to connect culturally with IP and LC representatives, linking with Shandia's Platform
Work experience with international and multilateral aid agencies
Strong writing and communication skills.

Shandia Coordinator Consultant

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