About Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific

Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacificis part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This consultancy provides an opportunity to contribute specialized expertise to Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific’s mission in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Thailand, you will apply your professional skills to address complex challenges in international cooperation and sustainable development and support the organization’s programmatic objectives. This role offers the flexibility of consultancy work while contributing to meaningful international development outcomes with global impact.

Key Details

• Job Title:Sustainable Finance Consultant
• Grade:CON
• Location:Bangkok (Remote work possible)
• Department:Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
• Contract Type:Consultancy
• Salary Range:$50,000.0 – $120,000.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Masters degree in Finance, Environmental Studies, Economics and/or Business.
• Academic Qualifications: At least 7 years of experience and a masters degree in Finance, Environmental Studies, Economics and/or Business.
• Academic Qualifications: Strong expertise in sustainable finance and Tajikistans securities market sector and financial regulations.
• Academic Qualifications: Strong experience in undertaking policy/regulatory analysis.
• Academic Qualifications: Experience supporting the development of similar roadmaps and plans with governments in the past..
• Fluency in English is required..

Skills

• Based on this research, the Agency has requested ESCAPs support in the development of a Sustainable Finance Roadmap.
• The Roadmap is designed to lay out the action plans of the Agency to promote sustainable finance across capital markets in Tajikistan.
• This Roadmap focuses on the transition to a low-carbon economy within the mandate of the Agency.
• The focus will be particularly within debt capital markets, including thematic bonds and sukuk.
• In addition, the Roadmap will include a dedicated Chapter on project pipeline development.
• The analysis will also assess financing gaps and barriers where incentives within current regulations can support the flow of capital towards climate finance initiatives.
• Under the supervision of the Economic Affairs Officer of ESCAPs Financing for Development Section, Macroeconomic Policy and Financing for Development Division, the consultant will: 1.
• NDC financing action plan) and associated risks which may impact investors relating to climate investments.
• Documenting the current state of sustainable finance in Tajikistan. 2.
• Undertake interviews, surveys and data gathering and analysis to identify structural barriers and policy gaps.
• This includes the identification of barriers to investment-ready projects.
• This also includes a stocktake of the current government and corporate bond market, subject to data availability. 3.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply