Energy Finance Specialist (Open to all applicants)

UNDP Careers; Roma; In loco; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

An international development organization is seeking an Energy Finance Specialist in Rome to develop financing solutions for clean energy projects and engage with global investors. The candidate will need an advanced degree and significant experience in finance and investment management. This full-time position offers an opportunity to impact sustainable development policies.

Competenze

• Minimum of 7 years of international experience in development finance or investment management.
• Experience structuring financial instruments like guarantees and equity.
• High level proficiency in spoken and written English.

Mansioni

• Develop structured financing solutions for clean energy projects.
• Engage banks and climate finance facilities to raise resources.
• Advise leadership on capital deployment strategies.

Conoscenze

Financial analysis

Excellent writing and presentation skills

Experience in developing country context

Formazione

Advanced university degree in finance, economics, or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Energy Finance Specialist (Open to Tier 1 & 2 applicants)

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Background

UNDP is the knowledge frontier organization for sustainable development in the UN system, serving as the integrator for collective action to realize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Rome Centre for Climate Action and Energy Transition supports climate finance, youth engagement and energy for development, focusing on the critical policy areas of climate finance, youth engagement in climate action, and energy for development.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop structured financing solutions for clean energy projects (e.g., blended finance, guarantees, local currency facilities).
• Engage DFIs, international banks and climate finance facilities to mobilize resources.
• Draft financing proposals and risk mitigation strategies to enable capital flow into high‑impact projects.
• Coordinate co‑financing opportunities with donor‑supported instruments and guarantee mechanisms.
• Build relationships with MDBs and DFIs such as AfDB, EIB, CDP and other international investors deploying resources in Africa.
• Evaluate new partnership opportunities and develop tailored engagement for different financier types.
• Provide financial expertise to shape a bankable project pipeline from UNDP country offices.
• Evaluate financial models, cost structures and return profiles for strategic alignment.
• Support the building of financial expertise across the energy finance team.
• Track investment trends, investor appetite and financial innovation across the African energy landscape.
• Advise leadership on strategic capital deployment and financing strategies.
• Perform other duties within the functional profile as required.

Institutional Arrangement

• Under supervision of the Energy Finance Team Lead, develop structured financing solutions and engage potential investors.
• Coordinate co‑financing among different investors and donors.
• Support focal points in UNDP country offices to shape project pipelines and mobilize investment.
• Co‑develop and continuously improve the energy project support infrastructure of the Rome Centre.

Competencies

• Achieve Results – Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, ensuring lasting impact.
• Think Innovatively – Proactively mitigate risks and develop new ideas to solve complex problems.
• Learn Continuously – Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons and diversify experiences.
• Adapt with Agility – Initiate and champion change, managing multiple competing demands.
• Act with Determination – Think beyond immediate barriers and take action to achieve greater results.
• Engage and Partner – Navigate complex landscapes and champion inter‑agency collaboration.
• Enable Diversity and Inclusion – Appreciate benefits of a diverse workforce and champion inclusivity.
• Apply knowledge of the 2030 Agenda, business development, project management and partnership management.

Education and Experience

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in finance, business administration, economics, sustainable development or related field, OR a first‑level degree with additional two years of qualifying experience.
• Minimum of 7 years (with Master’s) or 9 years (with Bachelor’s) of international experience in banking, economics, development finance, investment management or coordination.

Required Skills

• Experience conducting financial analysis and contributing to investment decisions.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills, with experience drafting reports and investment materials.
• Experience working in a developing country context.

Desired Skills

• Experience structuring or deploying innovative financial instruments (guarantees, local currency facilities, structured equity, etc.).
• Experience with multilateral or international financial institutions (e.g., Bank Group, AfDB, IDB, EIB).
• Experience working on complex transactions in Africa.
• Experience in loan syndications.
• Project management experience.

Required Language(s)

• High level proficiency in spoken and written English.

Equal Opportunity

UNDP values diversity and encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination or abuse of authority. Selected candidates undergo relevant checks and must adhere to standards and principles.

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement and may retain applications for other similar positions at the same grade level.

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Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

International Affairs