Result of ServiceThrough these services the Initiative will be able to engage a broad range of financial institutions, including commercial banks, asset managers, insurers, and multi-lateral development banks and agencies in implementing global finance sector principles to catalyze integration of sustainability into financial market practice. The frameworks UNEP FI is supporting implementation include Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB) now committed to by more than 210 banks collectively holding USD 53 trillion in assets, or one third of the global banking sector, and the Principles for Sustainable Insurance (PSI), established 2012 by UNEP FI and today applied by one-quarter of the world’s insurers (25% of world premium). UNEP FI has an Ecosystems workstream that includes research and engagement with financial institutions on nature-positive financing, disclosures on TNFD, financing of nature-based solutions, and financing the sustainable blue economy; all of which require capacity building and research advancement through these services. The services will also help promote sustainability into all aspects of the financial sector’s operations and services. Finally, the services will help the Initiative to broaden its outreach both within UNEP / UN and external to banks, insurers and investors, governments, regulators, private sector and multi-stakeholders, including supporting institutions. Work LocationWorking Remotely Expected duration9 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 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 is looking for a Junior Consultant to support the implementation of a project to advance nature finance and market-based revenues, contributing to the realization of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, specifically supporting Target 19. This target focuses on leveraging private finance, implementing strategies for raising new and additional resources, and encouraging the finance industry to invest in biodiversity. This role involves supporting knowledge activities such as the development of knowledge products, coordinating communities, webinars, and events, representing UNEP FI nature team in consortium and secretariat meetings, writing notes, tracking progress, and working in tandem with the project coordinator, subject matter experts, key stakeholders, and Signatory banks. Specific tasks and responsibilities: The consultant will be: • Coordinate a series of webinars, side events and workshops to facilitate the exchange of lessons learned on innovative nature finance trends, instruments and revenues models to attract private finance, leveraging a community of practice. • Support desk research, writing, and release of knowledge products (guides, cases, and articles) focusing on different nature-based mechanisms and revenue models. • Contribute to develop private nature finance and revenues typology, collect data for analysis and tracking. • Support efforts to incorporate private finance into National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans. • Support the UNEP FI Nature team on any other matters as necessary. Outputs and Deliverables: 1. Webinar series: The consultant will organize a series of three webinars as part of the Community of Practice for Nature and Development Finance. 2. Conference side events: The consultant will organize side events during the UNDP Biofin global conference and UNFCCC COP30. 3. Brazil Guidebook: In collaboration with UNEP FI Latin America, the consultant will contribute to editing and refining the Brazil guidebook on the Living Amazonia Mechanism, managing the review process and planning. 4. Implementation plan: The consultant will support with desk research and editing of the implementation plan for replicating and scaling the Living Amazonia Mechanism, organizing consultations and resource mobilization meetings. 5. Semi-annual and annual reporting: The consultant will write sections of the semi-annual and annual reports detailing project management activities. The consultant shall be under the overall supervision of the Head of UNEP FI and report directly to the Nature Lead, working in close coordination with UNEP FI’s Nature Team. Qualifications/special skillsEducation: A bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, environmental sciences, business, or a related discipline. An advanced university degree is desirable and could be taken in lieu of first degree provided the selected candidate has 0 years of experience. Professional Experience: 2 years of work experience related to financial sector, biodiversity, and climate change. LanguagesLanguage: English is the working language of UNEP FI. Knowledge of other United Nations languages is an asset. Additional InformationSkills & Knowledge: Excellent oral and written communications skills in English, strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with digital technology; ability to cope with juggling multiple tasks across diverse projects in an organized and timely manner; attention to detail. Experience in the environmental non-profit sector, the financial services sector, commercial consulting, or conducted applied academic research on sustainable finance. This experience should be relevant for examining biodiversity risks, nature-related policies, and the role of the financial sector in financing nature protection and conservation. Ability to summarize information and work across sectors and industries. International and inter-cultural work or educational experiences. Experience working with financial institutions. Exceptional writing and editing skills. Pro-active with independent working ability, combined with good problem-solving skills and personal resilience to work effectively in a complex setting. 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.