Senior AssociateAdvisor, Strategy & Engagement – FinDev Canada

Are you ready to advance your career while impacting change in emerging markets

We are looking for a Senior Associate/Advisor!

Welcome to FinDev Canada Canadas development financial institution! We are looking for talented professionals to join our growing organization. At FinDev Canada we are guided by our mandate and the opportunity to positively impact climate and nature action gender equality and market development. We drive sustainable development by working with and through the private sector.

This is your opportunity to join a growing dynamic team and leave your mark on our organization on development finance and on the world at large.

Location: FinDev Canada headquarters is in downtown Montreal. For the right candidate Ottawa or Toronto will be considered with the flexibility to work under a hybrid model (home/office).

Team: Strategy & Engagement

Reports to: VP and Chief Strategy and Engagement Officer

Employment Type: Permanent

Salary:

o Senior Associate Grade 15: $65172 $86898 plus a performance-based incentive

o Advisor Grade 16: $74297 - $99063 plus a performance-based incentive

Why Youll Love Working Here

• Impactful Work- At FinDev Canada we are committed to promoting sustainable and inclusive growth in emerging markets and developing economies. Your work here will make a real difference contributing to meaningful projects that have a lasting impact on communities around the world.

• Your Colleagues- Join a diverse and talented team that brings a wealth of experience knowledge and passion to everything we do.

• Collaborative Culture- Collaboration is at the heart of our success. At FinDev Canada we believe that working together not only enhances our business but also strengthens our ability to achieve our mission. Our culture is built on mutual support and teamwork ensuring that we collectively drive our mandate and strategy forward.

• Perks and Benefits- Our Total Rewards offering goes beyond just a paycheck. We provide a comprehensive package designed to meet the diverse needs and life stages of our employees.

Position & Team Overview

FinDev Canada is seeking a Senior Associate/Advisor to support enterprisewide strategic initiatives and corporate strategy development.

This is a unique opportunity for an analytically strong intellectually curious professional interested in strategic problemsolving at the intersection of finance development and public policy. The Senior Associate/Advisor will work alongside senior leadership on some of the organizations most complex and consequential questionshelping diagnose challenges develop strategic options and synthesize insights that shape decisionmaking at the enterprise level.

What Youll Be Doing

Corporate Strategy & Analysis: Research and structure complex strategic questions analyze options and tradeoffs and translate early ideas into decisionready recommendations.

Market Research: Research market sector trends geopolitical and policy trends to inform strategic choices positioning and mediumterm direction.

Policy & External Environment Insight: Monitor and assess policy geopolitical macroeconomic and development finance trends to inform FinDev Canadas strategic positioning.

Strategic Planning & Governance Support: Produce executiveready strategy decks research briefs and benchmarking analysis supporting corporate planning and decisionmaking.

Strategic Initiatives & Alliances Execution: Support delivery of major strategic initiatives and crosssector alliances through research content development analysis and disciplined execution.

Project Management & Communication: coordinate crossteam inputs manage strategic initiatives and produce clear investorgrade written materials for senior and external audiences.

What Were Looking For

MustHaves

• Education: Bachelors degree in business finance economics public policy international development or a related field.
• Experience:
  • Senior Associate: minimum 2 years of professional experience in strategy consulting finance public policy or a related field.
  • Advisor: minimum of 5 years of professional experience in strategy consulting finance public policy or a related field.
  • Demonstrated exposure to strategic analysis research or advisory work.
• Analytical Skills: Strong problemsolving ability with experience structuring ambiguous questions and developing practical insights.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Excel (financial or analytical modeling scenario analysis) and PowerPoint (clear executivelevel materials).
• Communication: Excellent writing skills with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear compelling narratives.
• Organization: Strong project management skills attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

NicetoHaves

• Experience or demonstrated interest in development finance global affairs or publicsector strategy.
• Exposure to development finance institutions international organizations or financial institutions.
• Experience supporting senior leadership or governancelevel processes.

Ready to take the next steps

Apply now! Please include your resume cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.

Want to learn more about FinDev Canada Check our website here Canadas Commitment to Employment Equity

FinDev Canada is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that respects people from all cultures backgrounds and with a range of ability and nurturing a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone has equal opportunity to grow develop succeed and be their truest selves in an inclusive environment.

We actively encourage applications from women Indigenous peoples visible minorities persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI community.

FinDev Canada recognizes that disclosing the need for accommodations can be a personal matter. Please know that as an organization we are committed to maintaining confidentiality and ensuring that any accommodations provided are tailored to support your needs. Our aim is to ensure you have a comfortable and positive experience throughout the recruitment process so please do not hesitate to contact us directly for any accommodation requests at. We are here to support you every step of the way.