Risk Management Specialist (Climate)

Support climate risk management frameworks and policies.

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Overview

Support climate risk management frameworks and policies.

You have:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in risk management, climate risk management, or related field.
  • Expertise in climate-related financial risks, with knowledge of financial disclosure regulations.
  • Strong analytical and policy development skills.
  • Ability to supervise and lead teams effectively.
  • Master's degree in finance, environmental science, or a related field.

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.

Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship

The position of Risk Management Specialist (Climate) position is assigned to the Risk Policy and Architecture Division within the Office of Risk Management. You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.

You will report to Director, RMPA and may supervise national staff and administrative staff.

Your Role

As a Risk Management Specialist (Climate), you will support the development and implementation of an integrated climate risk management framework including policies, processes, and tools to assess and report the impact of climate risk on ADB's balance sheet and operations (sovereign, nonsovereign and treasury). The Specialist will support (i) application of climate-related risk into analytical processes for risk, (ii) general formulation of climate-related financial risk for ADB policies, guidelines, and practices for risk management, and (iii) preparation of climate-related disclosures and reporting and implementing the recommendations of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures.

You will:

a. Climate Risk

b. Climate-related Financial Risk

c. Climate Risk Policy & Architecture

d. Climate-related Financial Risk

e. Climate Risk Policy & Architecture

f. Staff supervision

Qualifications

You will need:

Benefits

ADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.

Additional Information

ADB will be rolling out a new job grading structure on 1 January 2025, which may result in a change of the position grade and title with no change in the terms of reference. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge and accept all changes resulting from the new job grading structure.

The position title upon appointment is Risk Management Specialist.

About Us

Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 49 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under its Strategy 2030.

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Potential interview questions

Can you provide an example of a project where you integrated climate risk into financial analysis? This question assesses your practical experience with climate risk and financial analysis integration. Share a specific project, detailing your role and outcomes.
How do you approach developing policies for climate risks within an organization? The interviewer wants to understand your policy development strategy. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you had to supervise a team in a challenging environment. What strategies did you use? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your understanding of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures and its impact? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you stay updated on the latest developments in climate risk management? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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