A Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, risk management, engineering, environmental science, sustainability, development studies, public policy or a related field.
Master's degree in a related field such as sustainability, climate change, energy, natural resources management, environmental economics, finance, climate finance or development finance is preferred.
Relevant professional certification in finance, accounting, sustainability reporting, climate risk, environmental management or project management is preferred.
Minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience, including at least five years in consulting or an equivalent advisory role within a financial institution, development finance institution, regulator, government agency or corporate.
Demonstrated experience leading consulting engagements, managing budgets and scope, leading multidisciplinary teams, reviewing deliverables and advising senior client stakeholders.
Experience working with financial institutions, development partners, regulators or corporates is highly desirable.
Demonstrated ability to develop climate and/or blended finance strategies, investment pipelines, investment-readiness assessments and financing solutions.
Understanding of climate risk, ESG and sustainable finance frameworks, governance arrangements and practical implementation roadmaps.
Ability to conduct, support or interpret materiality, portfolio, scenario and stress-testing analyses and translate findings into credit, investment, risk and strategic decisions.
Working knowledge of IFRS S1 and IFRS S2, their TCFD foundations and relevant regulatory developments.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), particularly ability to articulate concepts and recommendations in written form - reports, analytical analysis etc.
Resilience and tenacity: Must be able to sustain motivation and commitment to goals and manage stress effectively.
Team player: Has good people management skills, work organization and coordination skills, can also coach/mentor junior team members.
Problem solving skills: Can handle and resolve unstructured problems, flex and adapt in new environments to create order and stability and provide effective solutions.
Personal and professional ethics: Must operate and practice within the professional code of conduct, be honest, with self and colleagues.
Multicultural skills: Must be able to operate and interact in a multicultural environment and works well in culturally diverse teams.
Ability and willingness to travel within East Africa or the rest of Africa where the project dictates.
Strong writing and presentation skills.
Experience working in a complex, fast-moving environment and dealing professionally with multiple stakeholders.
Demonstrated track record in relationship management and business development.
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