UNEP Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) - Net-Zero Alignment Policy Analyst

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Result of Service UNEP FI requires a policy consultant to work in tandem with subject matter experts, key stakeholders and the UNEP FI Secretariat to deliver a Thought Leadership analysis of Net-Zero alignment finance (banking) policy measures in selected jurisdictions.

Through these services the Initiative will be able to: - Review the range of regulatory and supervisory tools available to aligning banking regulatory and supervisory practices with the climate goals. The Through Leadership piece should explore the role and mandate of central banks (regulators and supervisory authorities) in acting as enablers of the transition. It should highlight potential approaches to forward-looking alignment measures across banking regulation such as disclosures, prudential frameworks, corporate law (behavioral) and market standards. - In particular, prudential frameworks should be reviewed in light of latest thinking and best practice examples, including to integrate a double materiality perspective in capital rules, misalignment metrics, penalizing/encouraging factors etc. and progress made through the NGFS, BIS/FSB and banking supervisors in key jurisdictions.

The Individual Contractor shall be under the direct supervision of the Global Policy Lead and Investment Lead as required.

Work Location Working remotely, Geneva or Brussels

Expected duration 6 months

Duties and Responsibilities The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment.

The overall objective of the UNEP’s Economy Division is to encourage decision makers in government, local authorities and industry to develop and adopt policies, strategies and practices and technologies that promote sustainable patterns of consumption and production, make efficient use of natural resources, ensure safe management of chemicals and contribute to making trade and environment policies mutually supportive. It promotes the development, use and transfer of policies, technologies, economic instruments, managerial practices and other tools that assist in environmentally sound decision making and the building of corresponding activities.

The United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) is the strategic partnership between the United Nations and over 450 banks, insurers and investors. For over 28 years UNEP FI has been shaping and driving the international sustainable finance agenda, setting global standards and growing a global network of leading financial institutions. Through its work-streams and regional activities, peer learning, methodology development, training and research, UNEP FI promotes sustainable finance and helps the financial industry align with and contribute to the Paris Agreement and Sustainable Development Goals.

UNEP FI requires a policy consultant to work in tandem with subject matter experts, key stakeholders and the UNEP FI Secretariat to deliver a Thought Leadership analysis of Net-Zero alignment finance policy measures in selected jurisdictions.

In line with the work programme delivered during the UNEP FI Annual General Meetings and under the direct supervision of Elodie Feller, UNEP FI Policy Lead and Jesica Andrews, UNEP FI Investment Lead in close cooperation with the Banking Team the consultant will carry out the following project tasks as shown below.

UNEP FI requires a policy consultant to work in tandem with subject matter experts, key stakeholders and the UNEP FI Secretariat to:

  • Take stock of regulatory and supervisory developments relating to climate alignment measures in key jurisdictions (state of play);
  • Analyse and prioritise most advanced regulatory and supervisory practices and options in light of UNEP FI sustainable finance and climate priorities;
  • Identify and engage regulatory and supervisory authorities for input as necessary and relevant (e.g. NGFS, ECB, EBA, BOE, PRA, FSB etc.);
  • Develop recommendations that can help advance climate alignment measures as part of for banking regulation and supervision in key jurisdictions;
  • Accordingly identify potential work areas and engagement opportunities for UNEP FI in the field of climate finance regulation;
  • Review existing pieces of UNEP FI policy recommendations, align these with current projects, and advance communications (primarily through blogs) on these;
  • Consult with selected UNEP FI bank signatories as relevant;

Outputs and Deliverables:

  • Deliver a Though Leadership paper (TLP) (max 30 pages incl annexes) and blog. Present results and engage stakeholders as required;
  • Deliver or support the delivery of 12 blogs, 1 on each of the 11 recommendations of the G20 SFWG paper, and 1 on the Thought Leadership Paper described above.

The consultant shall be under the overall supervision of the Head of UNEP FI and report directly to the Programme Management Officer, working in close coordination with UNEP FI’s Policy team.

Qualifications/special skills Education: A Master’s degree in finance, public administration, environmental or climate science or management. A First degree could be taken in lieu of advanced degree provided the selected candidate has 7 years of relevant experience.

Professional Experience: At least 5 years working experience in project management, finance, and climate. Experience in doing research and drafting or publishing thought leadership papers.

Skills & Knowledge: Experience in banking regulation, supervision and climate policy is highly desirable. Excellent oral and written communications skills in English, strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage complex analysis; ability to cope with juggling multiple tasks across diverse projects in an organized and timely manner; attention to detail. The consultant should have the ability to establish and maintain good working relations in a multicultural and geographically dispersed team working across functions. A hands-on, pragmatic approach is desirable.

Languages Languages: English is the working language of UNEP FI. Knowledge of other United Nations languages is an asset.

No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

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