Lead – Climate Finance

About the Company

IPE Global Ltd. is a multi-disciplinary development sector consulting firm offering a range of integrated, innovative and high-quality services across several sectors and practices. We offer end-to-end consulting and project implementation services in the areas of Social and Economic Empowerment, Education and Skill Development, Public Health, Nutrition, WASH, Urban and Infrastructure Development, Private Sector Development, among others.

Over the last 26 years, IPE Global has successfully implemented over 1,200 projects in more than 100 countries. The group is headquartered in New Delhi, India with five international offices in United Kingdom, Kenya, Ethiopia, Philippines and Bangladesh. We partner with multilateral, bilateral, governments, corporates and not-for-profit entities in anchoring development agenda for sustained and equitable growth. We strive to create an enabling environment for path-breaking social and policy reforms that contribute to sustainable development.

Role Overview:

We are looking to recruit a Lead – Climate Finance who will lead the low carbon portfolio business development, research, management, and expansion of the exciting work undertaken by the Climate change and sustainability practice of IPE Global especially around low carbon pathways and climate adaptation. She/he will primarily be responsible for portfolio development which includes gaining early business insights, identifying opportunities, leading proposal writing, setting up teams upon win for implementation, and providing oversight for the successful delivery of the project.

The Lead – Climate Finance will work with and mentor a team of young and energetic development professionals. The work might require frequent field visits and coordination with various stakeholders. She/he will have to perform primary and secondary data collection and analysis. She/he should be equipped to perform and should have knowledge on Contribute to research including energy-economy modelling, development of sectoral roadmaps, policy analysis, and thematic studies on topics such as just energy transition, climate resilience, and low-carbon technology impacts.

The Climate Change and Sustainability practice at IPE Global has substantial experience delivering multiyear and high-impact programmes for multi-lateral, bi-lateral funders along with philanthropic partners. These programmes are supported by leading donors and foundations and are implemented in partnership with coveted research institutions, civil society organisations, and public institutions. The Senior Manager will work with a team of   high-performing professionals to lead the expansion and management of the exciting work undertaken by the Climate Change and Sustainability practice of IPE Global in India, South Asia and South East Asia and in East Africa.

Roles and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Climate Finance Portfolio Development (50%)

• Identifying new business opportunities within India and South Asia, Africa in developing leads, and contacting potential donors.
• Keeping up to date with trends within the sector, undertaking outreach activities, generating reports, and presenting an analysis of business development progress.
• Expanding on Climate Change and Sustainability's current work, identify growth opportunities in close partnership with team leaders and senior management. Contribute to research including energy-economy modelling, development of sectoral roadmaps, policy analysis, and thematic studies on topics such as just energy transition, climate resilience, and low-carbon technology impacts.
• Be an "ambassador" for the organization in relevant conferences, workshops, training programmes; be seen as a thought-leader in the area of energy finance
• Understanding of climate finance and the financial sector actors and actions that are crucial to driving a low carbon, climate-resilient economy and building back better
• Exposure/Experience working with the Government, Financial Regulators, domestic and international philanthropy, and DFIs.
• Perform rigorous quantitative evaluation of national and international climate finance mechanisms and climate and energy policies, climate risk management, and interactions between public and private sector - corporate, banking, and financial services institutions and international financial institutions.
• Lead the development of client-targeted, new and existing analytical approaches, initiatives, projects, and products.
• Business development and stakeholder relationships.
• Contribute to annual business planning and fundraising strategy and sphere heading climate finance related technical bids
• Identify and pursue funding and business development opportunities for CCS practice
• Maintain excellent relations with a selection of key stakeholders and (potential) clients, as agreed with senior management
• Engage clients, advise policymakers and investors on the implications of research findings, including presenting at high-level events.

Research and Programme Management (40%):

• Coordinate with project implementation teams to ensure the quality and timeliness of deliverables.
• Contribute to the development and co-creation of alternate climate finance scenarios for India with relevant partners.
• Support data collection and analysis for energy-economy modelling initiatives within the team.
• Coordinate events for engagement with partners through roundtables, seminars, workshops, policy dialogues, training, and other communication and outreach activities.
• Contribute to the production of event summary reports and proceedings.
• Help develop tools to track and strengthen climate action planning.
• Publish research publications, thematic studies, climate financial roadmaps, policy briefs, and blogs on topics related to long-term financial pathways climate strategies, decarbonisation, , sectoral transition strategies, and just transitions
• Leveraging his/her domain expertise in finance to drive the CCS practice's international portfolio on climate finance
• Work in close coordination with project teams and undertake quality delivery.
• Expand the Climate Mitigation team by assisting in hiring the right set of people at a Research Analyst and Programme Associate level to drive the strategy and execute the plan Oversee routine project management activities, including reviewing and submitting project reports to donors, developing budgets and work plans, and backstop operations as needed.
• Develop appropriate collaterals to showcase IPE Global's work.
• Build, structure, and develop knowledge to share internally, within the organization, and at the ecosystem level

Leadership and Mentoring (10%)

• Manage a team of multi-disciplinary team of Analysts and Associate Mangers on a day-to-day basis
• Assist Senior Management and consultants with financial reporting and budgeting for specific projects
• Support cross-sectoral teams to build various multi-disciplinary portfolios around climate change
• Perform and design field surveys not limited to questionnaire designing, coordinating with field staffs
• Motivate, guide and mentor junior team members to help them deliver at their best.

Qualifications & Experience:

Educational:

• PhD/Master s degree required in the fields of economics, finance, international/sustainable development, public policy, management, or another relevant field. Candidates without such a qualification will only be considered if significant relevant work experience can be demonstrated.
• A minimum of 8 years of professional experience in program management, advocacy, knowledge management, communication, etc., in Climate Finance or a related field is required; a minimum of 4 years of experience in international organizations or IGOs is required.
• Experience in financial services, management consulting, international non-profit, or development financial institution is mandatory. Analytical capacity and the demonstrated ability to process, analyze, and synthesize complex, technical information into user-friendly formats and products.
• Background in Financial sector - Banking/capital markets/insurance is mandatory
• Understanding of Banking or capital markets or insurance regulations is mandatory
• Sound understanding of energy transition, knowledge of public finance in the Indian context preferred.
• Experience in undertaking stakeholder consultations with public and private sector entities.
• Microsoft office skills.

Professional Attributes:

• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of mixed-method research approaches (qualitative and quantitative) for policy evaluation, sectoral financial analysis, and allied. Analytical Problem-Solving Skills: Displays analytical thinking by identifying, defining, and analysing information, situations, and problems. Arrives at viable solutions through a variety of approaches. Demonstrates critical thoughts, methodical review of implications, intuition, and rational conclusions.
• Familiarity with qualitative literature review techniques and analysis software is preferred.
• Demonstrated interest in policies and financing mechanisms for climate change adaptation, resilient infrastructure, disaster management, and allied sectors.
• Proficiency in using advanced Microsoft Excel and quantitative tools for financial modeling and socio-economic analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with fluency in English.
• Previous experience developing proposals for bilateral/multilateral organizations, foundations and philanthropies.
• Teamwork and collaboration: Works constructively within and across teams in ways that allow shared objectives to be achieved. Works effectively with colleagues and partners. Fosters a positive and collaborative environment.
• Results Orientation: Focuses on delivering agreed-upon results through effectively managing internal and external resources to achieve results. Demonstrates a commitment to both personal and organizational excellence, with an emphasis on results.
• Adaptability: Demonstrates flexibility, both intellectually and behaviorally, to adapt to and work effectively in various situations, often under demanding conditions, and to cope with the unforeseen or unexpected. Looks for opportunities presented by change and is not "paralyzed" by new and unusual scenarios.
• Hands-on experience in structuring commercial proposals.
• Experience of working with Governments and international aid agencies.
• Prior experience in handling and managing climate risks and adaptation/mitigation-related projects.
• Previous experience in leading proposal development for bilateral/multilateral organizations, foundations, and philanthropies.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in multi-cultural and multi-ethnic teams.
• Preference for candidates with knowledge and skills in project management
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with commitment to mentoring and team development