Director of Climate Transition and Sustainability

18 hours ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom European Bank for Reconstruction and Development Full time

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is offering a challenging opportunity for a talented professional to join its team as Director of Climate Transition and Sustainability.

Salary: £120,000 - £180,000 per annum.

Job Description

As Director of Climate Transition and Sustainability, you will play a key role in shaping the EBRD's green economy transition approach. You will be responsible for driving the development and implementation of the Bank's strategy and activity in transitioning its countries of operations to green, low-carbon, resilient, and nature-positive economies.

You will set objectives, develop funding strategies, oversee staffing, monitor delivery, and ensure effective communications. You will work closely with other departments across the Bank to set the direction and ambition of the Strategic & Capital Framework's green priority.

In this role, you will champion the Bank's green policy agenda and drive cross-sectoral collaboration in areas such as water infrastructure and agribusiness. You will also define and deliver the Bank's green policy agenda, aligning its operations with the Paris Agreement goals.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing and implementing the EBRD's green economy transition approach
  • Driving the development and implementation of the Bank's strategy and activity in transitioning its countries of operations to green, low-carbon, resilient, and nature-positive economies
  • Setting objectives, developing funding strategies, overseeing staffing, monitoring delivery, and ensuring effective communications
  • Championing the Bank's green policy agenda and driving cross-sectoral collaboration in areas such as water infrastructure and agribusiness
  • Defining and delivering the Bank's green policy agenda, aligning its operations with the Paris Agreement goals

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • A relevant academic background at post-graduate level or an equivalent combination of academic or professional qualifications
  • Strong strategic analysis and formulation skills in the climate and green economy area
  • Experience in leading policy reform dialogue with government authorities and international financial institutions/EU
  • Familiarity with global climate and green policy and trends
  • Ability to integrate private sector financing skills with global public Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Strong leadership, management, and communication skills
  • Experience in change management and oversight of transformation activities
  • Demonstrable client relationship management skills

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the climate and green economy transition landscape, as well as experience in driving policy reform dialogue with government authorities and international financial institutions.

We offer a dynamic and inclusive working environment that values diversity and promotes equal opportunities. If you are passionate about making a difference in the fight against climate change, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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