World Bank Group
E T Consultant - FIG Sustainable Finance (Methane and Circularity) | Washington
World Bank Group, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
E T Consultant - FIG Sustainable Finance (Methane and Circularity)
World Bank Group Washington D.C., United States Job #:
req31025 Organization:
IFC Sector:
Climate Change Grade:
EC4 Term Duration:
1 year 0 months Recruitment Type:
Local Recruitment Location:
Washington, DC, United States Required Language(s):
English Closing Date:
1/13/2025 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC Description IFC - a member of the World Bank Group - is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet. The Financial Institutions Group (FIG) is responsible for managing roughly 40% of IFC's overall business in terms of volume and capital at risk. The Climate business is one of the strategic priorities of the WBG, with a focus on climate finance investments. Methane (CH4) is a key driver of near-term global warming, and IFC FIG seeks to reduce the investment gap in scaling up financing solutions for the Circular economy. IFC is seeking a seasoned professional as a Senior Extended Term Consultant (ETC) to join the Global FIG Sustainable finance team in Washington, DC to develop and lead the implementation of Roadmaps to scale up (i) FI investments to reduce Methane emissions and (ii) FI investments in Circular economy and supporting Cooling solutions. Role & Responsibilities Methane - Strategy, Business development and Operational support: • Lead the formulation and implementation of a Roadmap to significantly scale up Methane Abatement investments through Financial Intermediaries (FIs) in AFOLU and Waste sectors. • Work with regional FIG teams to identify existing methane abatement technological solutions. • Lead the development of various toolkits to help regional FIG develop new business in this area. • Prepare and execute a fundraising strategy with donors and partners. • Co-lead work with other IFC teams on joint market studies and impact measurement. • Develop internal FIG guidance notes on Methane abatement challenges and opportunities. • Design and oversee the delivery of dedicated training programs. Circularity and Cooling - Strategy, Business development and Operational support: • Lead the formulation and implementation of a Roadmap to support circularity and cooling initiatives through Financial intermediaries (FIs). • Work with regional FIG teams to identify early wins that could be scaled up. • Lead the development of various toolkits to help regional FIG develop new business in this area. • Prepare and execute a fundraising strategy with donors and partners. Selection Criteria • Master's degree or equivalent professional qualification in Business, Finance, Economics, or related discipline, and a minimum of 20 years of relevant experience. • Deep understanding of the relevant industries and ability to link policy reforms to deliver climate finance related solutions. • Demonstrated experience in leading the development of climate finance solutions. • Track record of engaging with private financial sector clients. • Outstanding analytical and critical thinking skills. World Bank Group Core Competencies We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer. Note: The selected candidate will be offered a one-year appointment, renewable at the discretion of the World Bank Group.
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World Bank Group Washington D.C., United States Job #:
req31025 Organization:
IFC Sector:
Climate Change Grade:
EC4 Term Duration:
1 year 0 months Recruitment Type:
Local Recruitment Location:
Washington, DC, United States Required Language(s):
English Closing Date:
1/13/2025 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC Description IFC - a member of the World Bank Group - is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet. The Financial Institutions Group (FIG) is responsible for managing roughly 40% of IFC's overall business in terms of volume and capital at risk. The Climate business is one of the strategic priorities of the WBG, with a focus on climate finance investments. Methane (CH4) is a key driver of near-term global warming, and IFC FIG seeks to reduce the investment gap in scaling up financing solutions for the Circular economy. IFC is seeking a seasoned professional as a Senior Extended Term Consultant (ETC) to join the Global FIG Sustainable finance team in Washington, DC to develop and lead the implementation of Roadmaps to scale up (i) FI investments to reduce Methane emissions and (ii) FI investments in Circular economy and supporting Cooling solutions. Role & Responsibilities Methane - Strategy, Business development and Operational support: • Lead the formulation and implementation of a Roadmap to significantly scale up Methane Abatement investments through Financial Intermediaries (FIs) in AFOLU and Waste sectors. • Work with regional FIG teams to identify existing methane abatement technological solutions. • Lead the development of various toolkits to help regional FIG develop new business in this area. • Prepare and execute a fundraising strategy with donors and partners. • Co-lead work with other IFC teams on joint market studies and impact measurement. • Develop internal FIG guidance notes on Methane abatement challenges and opportunities. • Design and oversee the delivery of dedicated training programs. Circularity and Cooling - Strategy, Business development and Operational support: • Lead the formulation and implementation of a Roadmap to support circularity and cooling initiatives through Financial intermediaries (FIs). • Work with regional FIG teams to identify early wins that could be scaled up. • Lead the development of various toolkits to help regional FIG develop new business in this area. • Prepare and execute a fundraising strategy with donors and partners. Selection Criteria • Master's degree or equivalent professional qualification in Business, Finance, Economics, or related discipline, and a minimum of 20 years of relevant experience. • Deep understanding of the relevant industries and ability to link policy reforms to deliver climate finance related solutions. • Demonstrated experience in leading the development of climate finance solutions. • Track record of engaging with private financial sector clients. • Outstanding analytical and critical thinking skills. World Bank Group Core Competencies We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer. Note: The selected candidate will be offered a one-year appointment, renewable at the discretion of the World Bank Group.
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