PROJECT BACKGROUND

The EPA is Liberia's principal authority for environmental management. It coordinates, monitors, supervises, and consults with relevant stakeholders and sector Ministries, Agencies, and Commissions (MACs) on all activities related to protecting the environment and sustainable use of its natural resources.

The Government of Liberia (GoL), through the EPA and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), and with funding from the Global Environmental Facility (GEF), received funding for the project “Enhancing Resilience of Vulnerable Coastal Communities in Sinoe County of Liberia (ERVCCS).” EPA is the project's Executing Entity. It is financed by a GEF Trust Fund grant and co-financed by UNDP and the GoL.

Objective of the Assignment

The main objective is to deliver training on climate risk management financing to representatives of financial institutions, thereby promoting sustainable and inclusive financing practices.

Specific objectives:

• To build the knowledge and skills of financial institution representatives on assessing, managing, and financing climate-related risks.
• To align financial institution procedures with community needs and realities.
• To strengthen collaboration between banks, microfinance institutions, and community financial structures.
• To enhance financial literacy and awareness of climate financing at the community level.