Junior Analyst - Green & Sustainable Finance

Junior Analyst, Green & Sustainable Finance, CPI India

Research - New Delhi

About CPI
CPI is an analysis and advisory organization with deep expertise in finance and policy. Our mission is to help governments, businesses, and financial institutions drive economic growth while addressing climate change.

With a team of experts across seven international offices, including a strong presence in emerging markets and developing economies, CPI is a leader in tracking sustainable investment trends,
identifying innovative business models, and supporting the solutions that can drive the transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient, inclusive economy. We are unique in our focus on finance, our ability to get the right people to the table, and our analytical rigor.

Position Summary

The Junior analyst role would be responsible for providing essential support in the planning and execution of research initiatives, capacity-building activities, collaborative forums, and engagement with stakeholders. Additionally, the incumbent will actively contribute to various ongoing projects and programs undertaken by CPI in India.

At the heart of this role is the opportunity to contribute to sustainable finance strategies, foster impactful policy interventions, and actively participate in initiatives that drive positive change at the intersection of climate action and economic development.

The ideal candidate will bring prior experience related to climate policy, finance, or regulation. Furthermore, a demonstrated focus on specific issues like social and governance will be hugely valuable in this role.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Includes the following and others as assigned:

• Undertake quantitative and qualitative evaluation on impacts and costs.

• Support the work on identifying sources, type and structures of finance required to provide assistance.

• Support in engagements with prospective funders, collaborators.

• Support with development of proposals.

• Communicate and collaborate with CPI staff working in India and around the globe.

• Share responsibility with team members for monitoring the progress of the project and production of deliverables as per timelines.

• Contribute towards writing and editing of high-quality products, including reports, papers, executive summaries, blogs, and presentations.

• Others, as assigned by the manager from time to time
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Post Graduate degree in Finance/Economics/Engineering /Management/CFA and demonstrable (0-2 years) post-qualification experience in the field.

• Independent, analytical mind with an excellent track record of applying sound financial judgment to complex issues.

• Flexibility, professionalism, enthusiasm for working as part of a team, and ability to interact with diverse people.

• An ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including fluency in English

Desirable

• Understanding of climate finance and the financial sector actors and actions that are crucial to driving a low carbon, climate-resilient economy and building back better

• Professional experience in financial services, management consulting/advisory/research, international non-profit, government, and/or a multi-lateral institution.

Competencies & Personal Attributes

• You are a team player and a self-starter, and can survive and thrive with minimal guidance

• You have an independent, analytical mind with a track record of applying sound strategic judgment to complex issues

• You are able to interact with high-level external stakeholders independently

• You have strong quantitative, data management, data analysis, critical thinking, and team management skills

• You have exceptional attention to detail, organization, time management, and prioritization skills, and an ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines

• You are an advanced user of the MS Office suite, in particular Excel, and can learn and adapt to new systems

• You have outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including fluency in English

• You are willing to travel internationally/domestically
  
  

Location and compensation

CPI is hiring for one permanent, full-time Junior Analyst position based in Delhi/NCR.

CPI offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Compensation will be dependent on experience.

To Apply
Visit this link to apply. With your application, attach two documents:

(1) CV no longer than 2 pages

(2) a compelling cover letter no longer than 1 page, setting out how you meet the requirements of the role and your motivations for wanting to work at CPI.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and open until filled. Apply early.


Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

CPI Commitment

CPI’s mission is to create economic opportunity while protecting our environment. This worldview—grounding opportunity in something more fundamental that we all share and must protect—permeates our organization, and forms the foundation of our approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).

CPI’s approach to DEI mirrors our mission: within a culture that values transparency and dialogue, we strive to improve equity within our organization as well as in the communities in which we work. Internally and externally, we seek to remove inequitable barriers regardless of their origin, whether it be class, race, religion, nationality, region, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation or physical ability. We are proactive in identifying and removing biases in our processes, seeking fairness in hiring, working conditions, and professional development.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. We will then work with you to identify the best way to assist you through the recruitment process.