Senior Program Manager, Climate Finance
Senior Program Manager, Climate Finance
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Senior Program Manager Climate Finance WRI India
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Who are we and what do we do
WRI India an independent charity legally registered as the India Resources Trust provides objective information and practical proposals to foster environmentally sound and socially equitable development. WRI Indias mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earths environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations. Through research analysis and recommendations WRI India puts ideas into action to build transformative solutions to protect the earth promote livelihoods and enhance human wellbeing.
We are inspired by and associated with the World Resources Institute (WRI) a global research organization. Currently over 450 researchers are working with WRI India in our offices in Delhi Mumbai and Bengaluru and project locations across the country.
Climate Economics & Finance Program at WRI India
At WRI India we believe tackling the climate crisis demands bold ideas indepth research and transformative action. Through collaboration and strategic partnerships we bridge the gap between knowledge and impact ensuring datadriven solutions drive meaningful and scalable change. The Climate Economics and Finance (CEF) Program leverages cuttingedge analysis innovative tools and realworld implementation to inform Indias lowcarbon transitionone that is technologically viable economically feasible socially inclusive and naturepositive.
About the Role
This role seeks a passionate and driven professional to contribute to Indias transition to a just inclusive and sustainable economy. As a Senior Program Manager Climate Finance you will play a critical role in developing innovative climate finance solutions at the subnational and nationallevel through highimpact research and policy innovation.
How your day will unfold:
Research & Policy Development
- Develop strategic plans for climate finance aligning them with broader subnational and national development goals and climate action plans.
- Develop and identify key research questions for the team to address focusing on climate finance ecosystem gaps and opportunities.
- Lead research on fiscal policies and public finance mechanisms to accelerate climate finance mobilization at the subnational and national levels.
- Contribute to quantitative research including financial assessments policy analysis and thematic studies on innovative climate finance mechanisms.
- Stay abreast of emerging trends in climate finance ecosystems policy landscapes and sectoral developments.
Finance Expertise & Project Development
- Identify and assess potential funding sources across public finance channels including budgetary allocations fiscal incentives subsidies and intergovernmental transfers to support climate initiatives.
- Identify and assess potential funding sources including public private and blended finance mechanisms while conducting financial assessments to identify funding gaps investment opportunities risk management measures and costeffective climate adaptation and mitigation measures.
- Prepare funding proposals for climate projects including feasibility studies budgeting risk assessments and financial modeling.
- Assess potential for blended finance structures and develop wellarticulated business cases for pilot climate projects.
Stakeholder Engagement & Capacity Building
- Coordinate engagement with stakeholders through roundtables seminars workshops policy dialogues and training activities.
- Collaborate with government agencies financial institutions NGOs and community groups to mobilize support and resources for climate initiatives.
- Build capacity within government departments to leverage innovative and blended financial structures for climate action.
- Contribute to knowledge sharing efforts related to climate finance including organizing workshops training sessions and learning events.
Publications & Thought Leadership
- Produce highquality research publications policy briefs blogs and articles that translate research into clear insights.
- Contribute to developing new ideas frameworks tools and research methods to track and strengthen climate action planning.
- Advocate for effective climate finance policies and regulations at the subnational and national levels.
Qualifications and Requirements we seek:
- Postgraduate degree in finance economics climate finance public policy or a related field.
- 1012 years of experience in climate finance financial modeling sustainable investment or related fields.
- Strong knowledge of public finance systems budgetary processes and fiscal policy instruments at subnational and national levels.
- Experience in researching and analyzing government fiscal policies related to climate action and sustainable development.
- 2 years of experience leading teams and managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of the climate finance ecosystem including public private and blended finance mechanisms.
- Strong track record of leading research publications and policy briefs on climate finance topics.
- Handson experience in financial assessments economic modeling and scenario planning.
- Proficiency in financial analysis tools and software.
- Exceptional analytical writing and communication skills with the ability to simplify technical financial concepts for diverse audiences.
- Experience working with government departments at subnational and national levels is highly desirable.
Why Join Us
- Work at the forefront of Climate Policy Research: Work at the nexus of people nature and climate where we apply cuttingedge economic models and creative problemsolving to drive holistic equitable and sustainable outcomes.
- Set the Benchmark for Research Excellence: At WRI India we uphold the highest standards of research quality objectivity and integrity to deliver evidencebased insights and practical solutions that drive meaningful change.
- Join a Team That Inspires and Supports You: Be part of a diverse inclusive and missiondriven workplace where passionate colleagues collaborate to tackle complex environmental challenges drive meaningful change and uplift each other along the way
- Collaborate with a Global Network of Experts: Engage with a global network of thought leaders and experts who bring innovative approaches to address realworld policy issues.
Salary & Benefits:INR
Salary shall be commensurate with experience and skills. WRI offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package.
Location:New Delhi / Bengaluru / Mumbai
Duration:1 year (extendable based on performance & project needs)
Duration:1 year (extendable based on performance & project needs)
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.
Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) @WRI India
WRI India values and promotes diversity equity and inclusion across all areas of our work and workforce. Integrating these values into our actions fosters a progressive and collaborative culture and can also enhance our impact. It is our responsibility to create a welcoming working environment for people of diverse cultures backgrounds and experience to learn together. We are responsible for fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where questions concerns and information about diversity equity and inclusion are part of our ongoing dialogue and development.
Learn more about WRI Indias commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI).Click Here
Peoplecentric to the core:
We keep our people at the centre of everything we do from a welcoming work environment to benefits and a culture that encourages staff to stay healthy happy engaged and growing.
Some of the nonmonetary benefits that our staff get: Health benefits:We cover health insurance for you and your loved ones for up to INR 8 lakhs
Term Insurance:Our term insurance policy covers life coverage of 50 lakhs per staffmember
Employee Assistance program:Promoting mental wellbeing and supporting staff in achieving a satisfying worklife balance
Health & Nutrition:Personalized diet recommendation from a certified dietitian based on the physical health condition and lifestyle
Flexible work schedule:Alternative work arrangements for all who are eligible by nature of their job
Learning culture: Workshops and trainings to empower staff encourage new learning opportunities
Rest and Recharge weeks:We encourage staff to take time off to rest rejuvenate upskill and pursue their interests.
Our leave policy:Avail personal time off at 36 per year along with public holidays maternity paternity and adoption leaves.
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Equal employment @WRI India
We believe in equal employment it is our policy to recruit and provide opportunities for advancement in all job classifications without regard to caste religion sex age marital status sexual orientation parental status or disability.
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