About the Role
The
Head – Climate Finance
will play a pivotal role in bridging
financial innovation and climate ambition , leading the organization’s climate finance strategy and operations. The role carries
full P&L responsibility, oversight of a growing team, and accountability for business development and delivery .
Key responsibilities include :
Design & Execute Climate Finance Strategy : Develop frameworks aligned with global and domestic carbon markets.
Carbon Credit Monetization : Lead end-to-end projects including identification, registration, verification, and monetization under VCS, Gold Standard, CDM, and Article 6.
Climate Finance Structuring : Structure instruments like
green bonds, ESG-linked debt, and blended finance
to mobilize capital for climate goals.
Risk & Advisory : Conduct financial and climate risk assessments; guide clients, governments, and multilaterals on ESG frameworks and net-zero pathways.
Leadership : Build and mentor a cross-disciplinary team of finance professionals.
Market Engagement : Represent the organization in forums, policy discussions, and investor networks.
Ideal Candidate Profile
12–15 years of experience
in financial services, carbon markets, or sustainability consulting (flexible for strong profiles).
Strong
finance industry network
(non-negotiable).
Deep expertise in
carbon credit monetization
and familiarity with standards (VCS, Gold Standard, CDM, Article 6).
Proven track record in
financial modeling, structuring climate finance instruments, and ESG-linked products .
Experience in
team leadership, P&L ownership, business development, and project delivery .
Sector exposure across
renewable energy, energy efficiency, nature-based solutions, carbon markets, and ESG investing .
Why Apply?
This is a rare opportunity to :
Shape the climate finance ecosystem in India at a systems level.
Combine
financial acumen with sustainability impact .
Lead strategy, innovation, and implementation in carbon markets and green finance.
Represent at national and international platforms while influencing policy and market development.
Head Finance • India