Description

Application deadline: November 13 2026

Are you ready to advance your career whilehelping drive positivechange in emerging markets

We are looking for anSr. Impact Associate or Climate and Impact Officer!

JoinFinDev Canada Canadas development finance institution! We work with and through the private sector to advance climate and nature action gender equality and market development in developing economies. Joining FinDev Canada means being part of a growing purposedriven organization where yourexpertisedirectly contributes to meaningful measurable impact around the world.

Employment Type:Permanent

Location:FinDev Canada headquarters is in downtown Montreal. For the right candidate Ottawa or Toronto will be considered with the flexibility to work under a hybrid model with a current requirement of three in-office days per week (subject to change).

Compensation Details

- Grade 16: Salaries typically range from $74297 $99063 annually based on qualifications and experiences plus a performance-based incentive.
- Grade 17: Salaries typically range from $84698 $112931 annually based on qualifications and experiences plus a performance-based incentive.

WhyYoullLove Working Here

- Impactful Work:We are driven by our mandate to promote sustainable and inclusive growth inemergingmarkets and developing economies. Every role contributes to creatingpositive lasting impact - for our clients the markets we serve and communities around the world.

- Inspiring Colleagues:Join a diverse and talented team from around the world that brings a wealth of experience knowledge and passion to everything we do. We believe strong results come from robust partnerships - working together sharing perspectives and building trust to achieve shared goals.

- Our Core Values:Our culture is anchored inCollaboration Agility Impact and Respect. We work together across diverse teams embrace change and innovation and stay focused on creating meaningful sustainable impact - while treating one another with integrity empathy and respect.

- Perks and Benefits:Our Total Rewards offering goes beyond a paycheck. We provide a comprehensive package designed to meet the diverse needs and life stages of our employees.

Team Overview

The Development Impact team is responsible for assessing measuring and monitoring the development impacts of FinDev Canadas investments and financing activities throughout the investment lifecycle. Through rigorous impact management and measurement practices the team ensures our transactions contribute meaningfully to climate and nature action gender equality and market development.

We are seeking a Senior Associate or Climate and Impact Officer to support and lead impact assessments for investment and financing opportunities across FinDev Canadas priority sectors.



Reporting to the Director Development Impact the successful candidate will work closely with investment teams and internal stakeholders to implement FinDev Canadas Impact Approach while contributing to the continued evolution of our impact measurement and management practices.

What You Will Be Doing

- Conduct pre-screening due diligence and annual portfolio monitoring of transactions including analysis of qualitative and quantitative data GHG baselines and emissions estimation methodologies.

- Assess transactions for alignment with FinDev Canadas impact objectives and support the integration of impact considerations throughout the investment lifecycle.

- Conduct climate finance assessments including climate eligibility greenhouse gas emissions analysis and climate-related outcomes. Review carbon accounting methodologies and identify opportunities to strengthen emissions measurement and reporting.

- Contribute to the improvement of impact methodologies tools templates and data collection and measurement practices.

- Collaborate with colleagues across investment risk legal and other functions on impact-related reporting disclosures and client engagement.

- Support the preparation of reports presentations and briefing materials for senior management the Board of Directors and external stakeholders.

- Identify opportunities to strengthen impact outcomes and support technical assistance initiatives where appropriate.

- Contribute to the teams ongoing learning knowledge-sharing and continuous improvement efforts.

Additional Responsibilities at the Climate and Impact Officer Level

- Lead complex impact assessments and provide guidance on impact-related matters across a portfolio of transactions.

- Act as a subject matter resource for impact measurement management practices gender equality or climate-related subjects..

- Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced team members.

- Lead or coordinate the development and implementation of improvements to team processes methodologies and reporting practices.

What We Are Looking For

- Undergraduate degree in economics environmental science climate policy sustainable finance international development engineering or another related disciplines.

- Experience:

- Senior Associate (Grade 16): 3-5 years of relevant experience in development finance sustainable finance impact investing impact measurement or related fields.

- Officer (Grade 17): 5 years of relevant experience with demonstrated ability to independently lead impact assessments and manage complex workstreams.

- Knowledge of climate and impact measurement monitoring and evaluation practices.

- Strong analytical and quantitative skills.

- Excellent written presentation and communication skills.

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.





- Bilingual in both official languages (French and English)

What Will Make You Stand Out

- Experience with climate and impact assessments within financial institutions development finance institutions impact investors or consulting firms.

- Experience living or working in emerging and developing economies.

- Experience in one or more of FinDev Canadas priority sectors including financial institutions sustainable infrastructure agribusiness forestry or value chains in emerging markets and developing economies.

- Experience developing impact methodologies tools or reporting systems.

- Advanced Excel data analysis or data visualization skills.

- Fluency in Spanish.

- Knowledge of GHG accounting methodologies and climate-related disclosure frameworks.

- Fluency in Spanish

Ready to make a difference

Learn more about us here:

Eligibility:

FinDev Canada is committed to Fair Employment Practices and preference will be given to a candidate who is able to work legally in Canada at the time of application (Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents). Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements. The position is open to those who meetall ofthe essential requirementsstatedabove and whose applications are received by the closing date.

Your application must clearlydemonstratehow you meet all the requirements. We thank all applicants interest in a career at FinDev Canada; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that qualified candidates may be considered for similar roles at this level within FinDev Canada.

FinDev Canadas Commitment to Employment Equity

FinDev Canada is dedicated to fostering employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that respects people from all cultures backgrounds and abilities. At FinDev Canada we nurture a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone has equal opportunity to grow develop succeed and be their truest selves.

We actively encourage applications from women Indigenous peoples visible minorities persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI community.

FinDev Canada recognizes thatdisclosingthe need for accommodations can be a personal matter. Please know that as an organization we are committed tomaintainconfidentiality and ensure that any accommodation provided is tailored to support your needs. Our aim is to ensure you have a comfortable and positive experience throughout the recruitment process so please do not hesitate to contact us directly for any accommodation requests at. We are here to support you every step of the way.

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