The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) is exploring opportunities to design a short-term (3-4 months) Agile Platform on Financing Water. This proposed Agile Platform would be led by the Water Climate Change and Resilience Special Program at IWMI and will be co-led by Water Growth and Inclusion (WGI) with input from the WEF (Water Food and Ecosystems) and Water Data Science (WDS) programs. Inputs will also be taken from implementing partners and potential donors. The Agile Platform would build on IWMI\u2019s relevant technical experience, networks, and geographic presence in selected regions, and will ultimately lead to a long-term program of work for IWMI on water and sustainable finance.
The objective of this consultancy assignment is to support IWMI by conceptualizing a program of work on financing for water and feeding into the Scaling and Finance (Sc-FI) R4D strategy/hub for water innovations. The assignment will include tasks to:
Work across RG/SP/teams to create a pathway for IWMI to develop a portfolio of work on financing water in line with its 2030 strategy (including the water systems roadmap of the One CG). Identify IWMI\u2019s competitive advantage (research and development), impact areas, and map them against wider regional and global priorities on financing. Develop two high-profile reports: (a) white paper in consultation with a core advisory group, and (b) a high-profile position piece - \u2018a transformative agenda for financing water\u2019 delivered in consultation with a coalition of partners/agencies to be launched at COP or alongside the FCDO and IWMI-led Wilton Park event in early 2025. Identify horizon follow-on emerging opportunities for the Sc-FI platform/hub beyond 6 months.
DELIVERABLES / OUTPUTS
Draft agile platform canvas Platform Summary Document and Action Plan Consultations Workshop Position piece to be launched at COP29Requirements
Essential:
PhD (or MBA) in finance, economics, business, natural resource management, international sustainable development/management, development economics, or closely related fields, coupled with a minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience; OR Master\u2019s degree in the aforementioned fields, with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience. Proven track record of working on sustainable finance or climate finance and co-designing financing mechanisms (e.g., blended finance, aggregation, and bundling) with a view to converting them into business opportunities. Proven experience working at the intersection of the public sector, private sector, and academia. A good track record of relevant publications, whether scientific, communication products, or other materials.
Essential:
A strong grasp of core business, economic and financial concepts and an understanding of development issues and impact. Knowledge of water management, agriculture, or climate change with international organizations. Knowledge and experience in interdisciplinary approaches, such as climate change, nexus, integrated water resources management, action research for sustainability and impact delivery, and some field experience in Africa/Asia. Ability to independently design and conduct research. Strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to work in teams across organizational boundaries within a multicultural environment. Highly motivated with a strong proactive drive for results and responsiveness, taking personal ownership and accountability to meet deadlines. Ability to engage with stakeholders, in particular with donor organizations. Excellent written and spoken English communication skills. Track record of relevant analytical work, demonstrated by completed assignment reports.
Desirable:
A good network among climate professionals within Asia/Africa. Knowledge and experience of UNFCCC processes and procedures (e.g., Global Goal on Adaptation, New Quantified Climate Goal, etc.).Benefits
This is a internationally hired consultancy; therefore, individuals with relevant abilities are encouraged to apply. IWMI offers a competitive monthly rate for this assignment. The duration of the contract will be for a period of three (3) months.
HOW TO APPLY: Apply for the position by following the application instructions at www.iwmi.org/jobs. We will be accepting applications through 24:00 (IST) on August 20, 2024 (applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis). Your application must include a CV, cover letter, and three (3) references, which may be contacted if you are shortlisted. Receipt of all applications will be acknowledged, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
IWMI believes that diversity powers our innovation, contributes to our excellence, and is critical for our mission. We offer a multi-cultural, multi-color, multi-generational and multi-disciplinary working environment. We are consciously creating an inclusive organization that reflects our global character and our commitment to gender equity. We, therefore, encourage applicants from all cultures, races, ethnicities, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, and gender identities.