Senior Operations Officer

2 days ago

Washington, Sunderland, United Kingdom International Finance Corporation Full time
Job Title: Senior Operations Officer - Climate Specialist

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  • Job Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Operations Officer - Climate Specialist to lead our climate adaptation and resilience efforts in emerging markets.
  • About the Role: The successful candidate will be responsible for shaping our adaptation finance strategy, advancing tools and metrics to enhance our market leadership, managing physical climate risks, and ensuring that our investments align with the Paris Agreement.
  • Key Responsibilities:
    • Lead the development and implementation of sector and regional strategies in collaboration with our industry and regional teams to identify adaptation investment opportunities and position us as a global leader in adaptation finance.
    • Spearhead the development of innovative products, initiatives, and taxonomies to support the growth of our adaptation finance program.
    • Contribute to the structuring of investments, including by leveraging blended finance instruments to unlock adaptation finance opportunities.
    • Assist industry teams with business development and deal origination.
    • Provide expert support to investment teams and clients in structuring climate adaptation and resilience projects.
    • Institutionalize guidance notes, methodologies, best practices, and tools to mainstream adaptation finance across our operations.
    • Oversee the design and improvement of metrics and accountability frameworks to accurately report our adaptation finance contributions and prevent greenwashing.
    • Contribute to the development of the new climate accountability and decision-making framework for climate finance.
    • Engage actively in MDB working groups to shape joint methodologies for tracking climate adaptation finance flows.

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Requirements:

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  • Education: Master's degree and/or PHD in a relevant field, such as climate science, civil/environmental engineering, finance, economics, natural resource management, or a related discipline.
  • Experience: At least 15 years of experience in climate risk assessment, climate-related disaster risk management, or adaptation finance, with a proven track record of leading projects in emerging markets. Demonstrated private sector experience is essential.
  • Skills:
    • In-depth expertise in adaptation finance methodologies, Paris Alignment processes, and physical climate risk management across sectors.
    • Proficiency in advanced Excel, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), climate models, and relevant databases; familiarity with online platforms for climate risk management is advantageous.
    • Proven ability to manage complex, high-impact climate-related projects, including planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement across diverse teams.
    • Demonstrated success in leading and building consensus within international, multidisciplinary teams, with the ability to address and solve complex cross-sectoral issues.
    • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English, with proficiency in additional languages being a valuable asset.

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About the World Bank Group:

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  • Our Mission: The World Bank Group is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities.
  • Our Values: We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

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