UNEP Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) - Banking Policy & Stakeholder Engagement Manager
Organizational Context
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority. UNEP FI is a strategic partnership between the UN and over 500 financial institutions, driving the international sustainable finance agenda. This role supports UNEP FI's Industry and Economy Division, encouraging sustainable practices and policies within the financial sector.
Job Purpose
This role aims to strengthen engagement and collaboration between UNEP FI members, central banks, banking regulators, supervisors, and policymakers. It will facilitate dialogue and knowledge exchange on sustainable finance challenges and regulatory developments. The position will translate policy insights for members, communicate member perspectives to stakeholders, and support the development of resources and partnerships that link banking commitments with the evolving policy landscape. The work will integrate UN core values, including a human rights-based approach and gender equality.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include strengthening engagement with central banks, regulators, supervisors, and policymakers. This involves coordinating and supporting dialogue, knowledge exchange, and relationship-building initiatives. The role requires translating policy and regulatory developments into practical insights for members and communicating member perspectives to relevant stakeholder groups. Additionally, it involves supporting the development of resources, engagement approaches, and partnerships to connect voluntary banking commitments with the policy and regulatory landscape. The work will also ensure the integration of UN core values throughout all activities.
Work Experience
A minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience in banking regulation, supervision, stakeholder management, policy, or sustainable finance is required. Experience in an international setting or diverse world regions is desirable.
Skills
Excellent English drafting, communication, and presentation skills. Strong project management and coordination abilities. Ability to work effectively in multicultural, dispersed environments. Experience in international organizations, financial institutions, or regulatory bodies is desirable. Knowledge of global sustainable finance policy and regulation. Experience engaging with central banks, regulators, supervisors, and policymakers. Strong stakeholder management and convening skills. Ability to analyze and translate policy developments into practical insights.