The Norwegian Investment Fund for Developing Countries – Norfund - invests to create jobs, improve lives, and support the transition to net zero. The fund is owned by The Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and will help to establish and grow viable and profitable businesses in developing countries, which would otherwise not be initiated due to high risk. About a third of the investment portfolio is in Renewable energy. Financial inclusion, scalable enterprises in the agricultural and manufacturing industries, and green infrastructure are other prioritized investment areas. Norfund also manages the Norwegian Climate Investment Fund that aims to contribute to reducing or avoiding greenhouse gas emissions. Norfund has offices in Oslo, Nairobi, Cape Town, Accra, San José, and Bangkok. Norfund's committed investments portfolio amounts to USD 3.3 billion in 200 companies.Norfund is looking for a Climate AdvisorFor a permanent position based in our Oslo office we are looking for an experienced Climate Advisor with a keen interest in investments and private sector development in developing countries to join Norfund's Strategy & Communications department. It is key that you enjoy working independently as well as part of a team and can be both a resource and sounding board for other team members. The position reports to Director for climate and impact in the Strategy & Communications department.Norfund's Strategy & Communications department has a key role in strengthening Norfund as a center of excellence for profitable and sustainable investments in developing countries. The department's areas of responsibility include understanding and measuring Norfund's impact, climate, strategy development and support, stakeholder relations, and communication.Tasks and responsibilities:This position will focus on implementation and further development of Norfund's climate work. Key tasks will include:Support investment teams with climate assessments (climate risk and Paris alignment)Track and report greenhouse gas emissions and other climate relevant metrics, including to externalsFurther develop Norfund's climate tools and guidanceConduct training and develop guidance materialsEngage with external stakeholdersContribute to communications, including annual report and external events, as well as other tasks in the department when neededQualifications:The successful candidate has practical, business sector experience with climate assessments, is analytical and driven, with an ability to independently work on larger and smaller tasks. Specific qualifications for this position:Master's degree in a relevant field, with a strong academic record. Applicants with relevant experience combined with a Bachelor's degree will also be assessedMin. 3-5 years of relevant working experience, including climate related analysis or assessments - preferably from the corporate sector or consultingExcellent analytical and implementation skills – attention to detail and comfortable with ambiguityStrong skills in data collection, accuracy and advanced use of spreadsheetsAbility to present complex issues in a simple and comprehensive way – excellent PowerPoint skills are requiredGood communication skills – English fluency is a must, and good understanding of Norwegian is an advantageKnowledge of development finance and insight into Norwegian and international climate and development policy is an advantageWhat we offer:A highly competent and international working environmentA unique opportunity to work with an important topic, balancing climate goals and development goalsOpportunity to shape how Norfund works with climate issues in practiceThe position is based in Oslo. Starting date to be discussed.We know that diversity contributes to better results and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.Please submit your application and CV by September 4th 2024.
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