Senior Associate, Climate (18 months contract)

Application deadline: Tuesday, August 25th.

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

We are looking for a Senior Associate, Climate!  

Join FinDev Canada, Canada’s development financial institution! We work with and through the private sector to advance climate and nature action, gender equality, and market development in developing economies. Joining FinDev means being part of a growing, purpose‑driven organization where your expertise directly contributes to meaningful, measurable impact around the world. 

Employment Type: Contract (18 months)

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, with a current requirement of three in-office days per week (subject to change).  

Compensation Details 

• Impact 16: Salaries typically range from $74,297 - $99,063 annually, based on qualifications and experiences, plus a performance-based incentive. 

Why You’ll Love Working Here 

• Impactful Work: We are driven by our mandate to promote sustainable and inclusive growth in emerging markets and developing economies. Every role contributes to creating positive, lasting impact - for our clients, the markets we serve, and communities around the world.  

• Inspiring Colleagues: Join a diverse and talented team from around the world that brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and passion to everything we do. We believe strong results come from strong partnerships - working together, sharing perspectives, and building trust to achieve shared goals.  

• Our Core Values: Our culture is anchored in Collaboration, Agility, Impact, and Respect. We work together across diverse teams, embrace change and innovation, and stay focused on creating meaningful, sustainable impact - while treating one another with integrity, empathy, and respect.  

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

Team Overview 

The Impact Enablement group at FinDev Canada advances our development mandate through four specialized functions: (i) Impact Strategy & Thought Leadership, (ii) Environmental, Climate and Social Risk, (iii) Technical Assistance, and (iv) Development Impact.

This position sits within the Impact Strategy & Thought Leadership (IS&TL) function, which drives the evolution of FinDev Canada's impact architecture. The team shapes the corporation's strategic approach to climate and nature action, gender equality, and market development; develops leading-edge impact methodologies, tools, and frameworks; conducts advanced impact and climate analytics; and produces thought leadership that contributes to industry best practices.

Following the Government of Canada's recent capital injection for international climate finance, FinDev Canada is entering an exciting phase of growth and ambition. Reporting to the Director, IS&TL, the Senior Associate, Climate will contribute to the advancement of FinDev Canada's climate-related methodologies, analytics, and strategic initiatives. Working closely with colleagues across Impact Enablement, Investments, and Strategy & Engagement, the successful candidate will help strengthen our approach to climate measurement, greenhouse gas accounting, transition finance, and Paris alignment.

This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of climate finance, development impact, and analytics, contributing to innovative approaches that help FinDev Canada deliver results in emerging markets.

What You Will Be Doing 

• Translate complex climate and impact concepts into practical methodologies, tools, and guidance that support decision-making, impact measurement, and reporting across the organization.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of FinDev Canada's approaches to transition finance, Paris alignment, and other strategic climate initiatives.
• Develop and apply quantitative models to estimate and project impact outcomes, including greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduced, avoided, and sequestered.
• Support FinDev Canada's annual financed emissions and GHG accounting processes in collaboration with external experts and support the preparation of climate-related disclosures.
• Conduct rigorous quantitative and qualitative research to generate actionable insights and recommendations on climate finance and development impact topics.
• Prepare clear and compelling briefing materials, presentations, and recommendations for senior management, the Board of Directors, and external stakeholders.
• Represent FinDev Canada in industry working groups, peer-learning initiatives, and external forums, translating emerging knowledge and best practices into practical internal guidance.
• Design and deliver learning initiatives to strengthen climate-related knowledge and capabilities across the organization.
• Support other strategic priorities and projects that contribute to the objectives of the team and the corporation.

What We Are Looking For 

• Relevant degree in economics, environmental science, climate policy, sustainable finance, international development, engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant practical experience in development finance, sustainable finance, impact investing, ESG, climate consulting, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of GHG accounting methodologies, including the GHG Protocol, financed emissions methodologies (e.g., PCAF), and climate-related disclosure frameworks.
• Knowledge of climate finance concepts and practices, including climate impact measurement, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills, including experience with statistical analysis, modelling, and interpreting complex datasets.
• Experience working with large datasets and analytical tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, SQL, R, Python, or equivalent) to support analysis, modelling, and decision-making.
• Superior written, presentation, and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts simply and present analyses in a structured manner.
• Experience working on climate and development impact issues within financial institutions, development finance institutions, impact investors, consulting firms, or other relevant organizations.

What Will Make You Stand Out 

• Experience working within a Development Finance Institution (DFI), Multilateral Development Bank (MDB), impact investor, or climate-focused advisory firm.
• Experience assessing climate impacts and risks in sectors such as sustainable infrastructure, financial institutions, agriculture, or nature-based solutions in emerging and developing markets.
• Familiarity with climate and development challenges in emerging and developing markets.
• Knowledge of nature finance, biodiversity frameworks, and the interconnectedness between climate action, gender equality, and development outcomes.
• Familiarity with transition finance, net-zero frameworks, Paris alignment methodologies, or climate scenario analysis.
• Professional proficiency in both official languages (English and French).

Ready to make a difference?  

Learn more about us here: https://www.findevcanada.ca 

Eligibility: 

FinDev Canada is committed to Fair Employment Practices and preference will be given to a candidate who is able to work legally in Canada at the time of application (Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents). Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements. The position is open to those who meet all of the essential requirements stated above and whose applications are received by the closing date. 

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the requirements. We thank all applicants' interest in a career at FinDev Canada; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that qualified candidates may be considered for similar roles at this level within FinDev Canada.  

FinDev Canada’s Commitment to Employment Equity 

FinDev Canada is dedicated to fostering employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that respects people from all cultures, backgrounds, and abilities. At FinDev Canada, we nurture a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone has equal opportunity to grow, develop, succeed, and be their truest selves. 

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 maintain confidentiality and ensure that any accommodation provided is 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  [email protected]. We are here to support you every step of the way. 

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