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Climate Finance Specialist

1 month ago

Washington, Sunderland, United Kingdom International Finance Corporation Full time
Job Title: E T Consultant

International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our Climate Finance & Policy Team. As a key member of the team, you will play a critical role in supporting our efforts to promote climate action and sustainable development in emerging markets.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of IFC investments for Paris Alignment, addressing both climate mitigation and adaptation/resilience, throughout the lifecycle of the investments.
  • Perform in-depth research on clients' decarbonization plans and strategies to inform Paris Alignment assessments.
  • Perform GHG accounting for relevant IFC projects, ensuring adherence to recognized standards.
  • Evaluate the eligibility of IFC investments under the MDB Common Principles for Mitigation and Adaptation Finance.
  • Contribute to the development and regular updates of guidance notes, based on the latest Joint MDB Common Principles for Climate Finance and Paris Alignment criteria.
  • Assist in structuring sustainable finance instruments, such as green bonds, green loans, sustainability-linked loans, and adaptation finance solutions.
  • Prepare detailed reports and presentations to convey progress, findings, and recommendations to both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Support the continuous improvement of processes, guidelines, and policies to strengthen climate finance, Paris Alignment, and GHG accounting practices across IFC operations.
  • Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment, promoting effective teamwork and knowledge sharing within the team and across departments.
Requirements:
  • Advanced degree in Business, Finance, Public Policy, Environmental Science, Engineering, or any Scientific Discipline.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience, ideally in climate finance, Paris Alignment, GHG emissions assessment, or development finance. Experience working in emerging markets, as well as knowledge of banking, private equity and/or venture capital, are advantageous.
  • Good understanding of global climate finance frameworks, the Joint MDB Common Principles for Climate Finance Tracking, IFI GHG Accounting Methodologies, and the MDB Methodological Framework for Paris Alignment; familiarity with the UNFCCC is an asset.
  • Excellent teamwork capabilities and the ability to interact effectively with a diverse range of clients and colleagues.
  • Flexibility in task management and willingness to expand professional responsibilities.
  • Proven ability to produce high-quality work under tight deadlines, prioritize effectively, and manage unexpected work demands.
  • Strong independent work ethic and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills in English; additional languages are advantageous.
  • A demonstrated commitment to global development, low-carbon growth, and promoting climate mitigation and adaptation.
What We Offer:

As a member of the World Bank Group, we offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applications from qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds.

Please note that the selected candidate will be offered a one-year appointment, renewable at the discretion of the World Bank Group, and subject to a lifetime maximum ET appointment of three years. If an ET appointment ends before a full year, it is considered as a full year toward the lifetime maximum.