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Position title:                              Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Specialist

Directly reports to:                   Sustainable Markets Program Manager, WWF Thailand       

Technically Report to:             Asia Finance and Commodities Specialist

Validity:                                        18 months

Location:                                       Bangkok Office, WWF Thailand

Background

WWF-Thailand is looking for a unique person to support their Finance Sector Outreach Strategy team in their efforts to engage with the finance sector South East Asia on the topic of sustainable finance. Soft commodities will be the priority for this post, and an initial focus on the work is likely to be in the fisheries, rubber, and timber, pulp and paper sector (engaging investors and banks on more sustainable lending and investment practices).

The Finance Sector Outreach Strategy team works with financial institutions in the debt and equity markets, regulators, stock exchanges in order to deliver: improved risk management, capacity, and financial performance in high-impact sectors; insights and data on key global trends; and innovation breakthroughs in sustainable financial products.

Major Function

To assist the Sustainable Markets team in carrying out research on commodity supply chains and general Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues to be included in guides and reports targeted at the finance sector, supporting the launch of these reports and the follow-up activities such as workshops with banks and investors, and working directly with the finance sector to implement ESG practices in their investment and lending activities.

 Major Responsibilities

• Manage research on sustainable finance related topics and sustainability disclosure by companies, including the development of business case studies for finance sector partners and wider finance sector institutions that are engaged in soft commodity businesses;
• Work with banks on developing and benchmarking responsible lending policies;
• Work with the Asia Finance and Commodities Specialist in developing partnerships with the finance sector and other stakeholders in the region so as to promote and leverage WWF’s commodity finance interests;
• Keep abreast of trends and developments relevant to sustainability and finance;

This TOR covers the main tasks and conveys the spirit of the sort of tasks that are anticipated proactively from staff. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary according to organizational needs.

Working Relationships

The mission of WWF Thailand’s Sustainable Markets Unit is to transform the soft commodities markets in Thailand. Thailand is a global leader in agricultural and seafood commodities. The Unit works with government agencies to influence policy, corporations to transform supply chains, and the consuming public to drive more sustainable choices in commodities consumption.

Requirements

• Relevant educational qualifications, Master’s Degree preferred, in either finance, economics or environmental management;
• Minimum 5 years working experience in the area of finance or sustainability

Required Skills and Competencies

• A good understanding of how environmental concerns and the sustainability agenda relate to material business risks and opportunities;
• General knowledge of the finance sector levers for change as they relate to sustainability;
• Ability to analyze ESG issues and to effectively communicate these to financial institution partners;
• Ability to work independently and proactively;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Fluency in English is essential.

WWF's Mission and Values

1. It is part of every staff member's terms of reference to contribute to WWF's mission:

WWF’s Mission is to stop the degradation of the planet's natural environment and to build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature, by:

-          conserving the world's biological diversity

-          ensuring that the use of renewable natural resources is sustainable

-          reducing pollution and wasteful consumption.  

2. It is also part of every staff member's terms of reference to embody WWF's values, which are: Passionate and Optimistic, Challenging and Inspiring, Credible and Accountable, Persevering and Delivering Results.

How to apply :  Interested candidate, please submit your resume stating your expected salary to hr.th@wwfgreatermekong.org by  December 15^th, 2016  or submit by mail to WWF-Thailand 92/2 Soi Paholyothin 5, Paholyothin Road, Samsen nai, Phayathai, Bangkok 10400 Tel : +66 (0) 2 619 8534-7

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Otherwise, your resume will be filed into our candidate database for future reference and consideration