Programmes Finance Manager

Please note, this is an initial 12 month contract with possibility of extension.
About the Green Finance Institute (GFI)
Established in 2019, the Green Finance Institute (GFI) is an independent advisor to governments and investors. It is at the forefront of shaping how finance can be used to facilitate a real economy transition, by designing, testing, and scaling financial solutions that enable capital to flow where it can deliver the greatest impact in the real economy.

Bridging the gap between committed capital and impactful solutions, the GFI delivers positive outcomes for climate and nature by aligning policy, development capital, and pipeline development. As a commercially focused philanthropic organisation working with governments and partnering with financial institutions, corporates, NGOs, policymakers, academics and civil society experts, the GFI has mobilised £77bn in committed capital over six years.

This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of sustainable buildings finance. As the leader of the Global Property Linked Finance Initiative (GPLFI), you will be responsible for establishing a new global asset class that can mobilise investment towards climate-resilient and energy efficient buildings globally.

PLF is an innovative financing mechanism that links repayment obligations to the property rather than the owner. This approach addresses key barriers to retrofitting – such as high upfront costs and long payback periods – by enabling affordable, long-term funding for environmental upgrades. The Global Property Linked Finance Initiative, launched by the Green Finance Institute and partners, aims to unify fragmented PLF markets by creating shared standards, replicable product pathways, and providing technical assistance to scale PLF globally.

This role will set the strategic direction of the GPLFI, oversee a global network of country-specific PLF accelerator programmes, and deliver measurable outcomes that accelerate PLF market development, mobilise private capital towards the transition, and enable climate-resilient and energy-efficient buildings worldwide.

Success in this role will depend on your ability to influence and build trust with senior stakeholders across government, finance, and industry. You will convene decision-makers, champion PLF adoption, and drive collaboration that leads to the creation of a new sustainable asset class.

Ability to set and articulate a compelling strategic vision, balancing long-term objectives with short-term deliverables.
Build and maintain relationships with governments, financial institutions, investors, and industry leaders.
Manage a globally distributed team and partner network under a federated governance model.
Oversee the design and implementation of PLF Accelerators and Capital Market Vehicles in priority countries.

Deep understanding of capital markets and investment structures; ability to design and promote innovative financing solutions.

Skilled in public speaking, media engagement, and simplifying complex financial concepts for diverse audiences.
Address systemic barriers to market development with creative, scalable solutions.
Established senior leader in climate finance, with demonstrable experience in either green finance, sustainable investment or related fields.
Global programme management experience with proven track record of delivering multi-country initiatives with multi-million budgets.
Experience influencing enabling legislation and regulatory frameworks working with a wide range of stakeholders.
familiarity with green finance instruments, PLF structures and securitisation vehicles.
The Green Finance Institute is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity.