UNEP Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) - Senior Prudential Expert

Result of ServiceUNEP FI requires a policy consultant to work in tandem with subject matter experts, key stakeholders and the UNEP FI Secretariat to finalize the delivery of a Thought Leadership analysis on the state of the integration of nature-related risks and opportunities into banking regulation and supervision. • Coordinate the delivery of UNEP FI policy team components under the GEF-8 NZNP project, namely a global guidance document on NZNP taxonomies, socialization and help-desk activities • Manage day-to-day coordination of project team in support of NZNP deliverables • Manage reporting to GEF-8 programme and/or other stakeholder on narrative and financial matters as relevant • Support prudential aspects of UNEP FI Risk Centre, for example relevant capacity building sessions / webinars with members on banking regulation and supervision • Identify potential work areas and engagement opportunities for UNEP FI in the field of prudential regulation and banking supervision; • Support and progressively lead strategic engagement with Network on Greening the Financial System (NGFS) • Support with prudential components of Regulatory Implementation Support Program • Support with the CEMLA programme in LAC • Liaise with relevant internal and external stakeholders as appropriate and necessary. Work LocationWorking remotely Expected duration7 months Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe 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 Industry and 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 500 banks, insurers and investors. For over 32 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 coordinate the GEF-funded mandate on net-zero nature-positive (NZNP) taxonomies as well as support various prudential regulatory initiatives at UNEP FI. Specific tasks and responsibilities : UNEP FI requires a policy consultant to work in tandem with subject matter experts, key stakeholders and the UNEP FI Secretariat to: • Coordinate the delivery of UNEP FI policy team components under the GEF-8 NZNP project, namely a global guidance document on NZNP taxonomies, socialization and help-desk activities, including: o To set-up the project team that is responsible for developing the guidance document o To set-up the technical working group responsible for reviewing and providing technical expertise o To develop a project set-up, planning and approach for guidance document o To develop the literature review section of the report (5-10 pages) • Assist in managing day-to-day coordination of project team in support of the above listed GEF-8 NZNP deliverables. • Assist in managing reporting to GEF-8 NZNP programme and/or other stakeholder on narrative and financial matters as relevant • Support prudential aspects of UNEP FI Risk Centre, for example relevant capacity building sessions / webinars with members on banking regulation and supervision • Identify potential work areas and engagement opportunities for UNEP FI in the field of prudential regulation and banking supervision, for example in the context of freshwater risks • Support and progressively lead strategic engagement with Network on Greening the Financial System (NGFS) • Support with prudential components of Regulatory Implementation Support Program • Support with the CEMLA programme in LAC, for example in the context of UNEP-GCF partnership for Costa Rica • Liaise with relevant internal and external stakeholders as appropriate and necessary. 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, as well as UNEP FI’s Nature Team. Qualifications/special skillsEducation: A bachelor’s degree in finance, public administration, environmental or climate science or management. An advanced university degree in combination with five (5) years of work experience may be accepted in lieu of the first level university degree. Professional Experience: At least 7 years working experience in project management, finance, and banking regulation. Experience in doing research and drafting or publishing thought leadership papers. LanguagesLanguages: English is the working language of UNEP FI. Knowledge of other United Nations languages is an asset. Additional InformationSkills & Knowledge: Experience in banking regulation, supervision and taxonomies 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. No FeeTHE 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.