Strategic Liaison for the Global Transformation Agenda on Water Investments
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Opportunity to Join the Global Water Investment Movement
The Global Water Partnership Organisation (GWPO) invites distinguished and visionary leaders to serve as Global Envoys for Water Investments & Climate—high-level honorary representatives who will lead Strategic Partnerships and Virtual Liaison Offices in priority global cities to champion GWPO’s Transformation Agenda.
This is a voluntary but influential GWPO role for those committed to reshaping the future of global water governance, diplomacy, and investment. GWPO is the only intergovernmental organisation exclusively focused on water with a global network of over 2,800 institutional partners spanning 180 countries.
1. Strategic Objective: Advance the Global Transformation Agenda
GWPO is positioning water as an economic, security, and investment imperative. The Transformation Agenda includes strengthened partnerships with G20 countries, Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs), and the private sector to scale climate-resilient water investments. It also includes the relocation of GWPO headquarters to the Global South.
2. The Role of Global Envoys
Global Envoys will act as honorary Ambassadors supporting GWPO’s presence in key geopolitical and financial centers. Virtual liaison offices will be led in the following priority locations:
- Brussels – EU institutions, foundations, and IGOs.
- Stockholm – Nordic governments and institutions.
- New York / Washington D.C. – UN, World Bank, and USA.
- Geneva – UN and global humanitarian/development partners.
- Beijing – China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, and the Pacific.
- Riyadh – Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, and other Gulf States.
3. Key Responsibilities
Representation & Advocacy:
- Support engagement with G20 countries, MDBs, and climate finance institutions.
- Mobilise partnerships for GWP Strategy priorities: Finance, Governance, and Data.
- Represent GWPO at high-level summits and UN meetings.
- Strengthen linkages with global investment platforms.
Fundraising & Resource Mobilisation:
- Identify opportunities to unlock investment pipelines.
- Support GWPO accreditation with international finance institutions.
- Foster donor relationships and public–private collaboration.
4. Ideal Profile
We are seeking high-level officials, former diplomats, former heads of UN agencies, or global business leaders with:
- Proven diplomatic acumen and international credibility.
- Deep networks in government, international organisations, or the private sector.
- A strong track record in climate, water, or development finance.
5. Format and Commitment
- Appointed by the GWPO.
- Voluntary role (potential for a modest retainer basis for approx. 5 days/month).
- Liaison work is primarily virtual and strategic; no physical office is required.
- Reports directly to the GWPO CEO / Executive Secretary.
6. How to Express Interest
To express interest or nominate a leader, please send a 1-page motivation letter and CV to:
📧 Contact: hr@gwp.org
Closing date: 18 August 2026
Visit: www.gwpo-gwp.org
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