Climate Finance Specialist

About Us

At Econoler, we are proud to be certified Great Place to Work! Having completed over 6,000 projects in Canada and internationally, we have been leaders in energy efficiency, decarbonization and the fight against climate change for over 40 years. Our talented and inspiring team is at the heart of our success. Join us to make a meaningful impact and be part of a passionate and bold team! 

What you will do  

Our International Group has created a specialized Climate Change and Sustainable Energy Finance practice to meet the growing demand for expert guidance in financing climate change mitigation and developing sustainable finance strategies. In our fast-paced, dynamic environment, we value innovative thinkers who thrive on collaboration. We're looking for a professional ready to dive into our high-energy culture, take ownership of projects, and approach challenges with a proactive mindset. 

As an International Climate Finance Specialist, you will lead strategic financial initiatives driving significant outcomes, both environmental and financial. You'll take on diverse projects including designing, implementing, and monitoring green finance instruments and programs tailored to meet the specific needs of our international clients comprised of both international and local financial institutions (IFIs and LFIs). 

You will have the opportunity to:  

• Analyze market barriers to climate and sustainable energy investments, identifying key financing gaps and targeted solutions. 
• Develop and implement green finance mechanisms, including loans, guarantees, and investment products, following feasibility studies. 
• Conduct risk assessments for proposed climate finance projects, identifying potential financial and environmental risks and recommending mitigation strategies. 
• Lead cross-functional teams and manage external stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery. 
• Track and monitor the financial performance and environmental impact of climate finance initiatives and produce comprehensive reports for key stakeholders. 
• Provide technical assistance and training to financial institutions on the development and implementation of climate finance products. 
• Cultivate and manage strategic relationships with key stakeholders including our international clients.  

What we are looking for 

• Master’s degree in finance or a related field 
• 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in climate/sustainable energy finance and climate/impact investment at an international level. 
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written, with proficiency in Spanish or French. 
• Experience working with or in collaboration with IFIs, LFIs, Commercial Banks and/or National Development Banks. 
• Skilled in using MS365 tools, including SharePoint for document management, Teams for remote collaboration, and Excel for financial modeling and data visualization. 
• Willingness to travel up to 20% internationally