Social Impact & Innovation Fellow - Climate Finance

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Role Title: Social Impact & Innovation Fellow Role Summary: We seek highly skilled and motivated climate finance professionals with banking, investment management, or related financial services backgrounds for our prestigious two-month Research Fellowship. Fellows will collaborate closely with the Amaly Legacy team on specialized research projects culminating in a high-profile publication focused on the state of carbon credit markets (both compliance and voluntary). The publication, produced in partnership with a foundation affiliated with India's Ministry of External Affairs, will feature insights from global thought leaders, including experts from WWF, The Nature Conservancy, UN Agencies, and Development Finance Institutions (DFIs). Fellows will gain significant exposure through publication authorship and invitations to high-profile industry events organized by Amaly Legacy and its partners. Responsibilities: Market Assessment: Conduct in-depth research and analysis of climate finance markets, specifically focusing on carbon credit mechanisms, compliance frameworks, and voluntary markets. Stakeholder Engagement: Review and contribute to high-quality, insightful reports and presentations tailored for financial institutions, industry stakeholders, and policy experts. Requirements: 2 to 8 years of experience in banking, investment management, strategy consulting, or financial services with a demonstrated focus or strong interest in climate finance. Deep analytical skills, capable of synthesizing complex financial, environmental, and regulatory information into clear, actionable insights. Exceptional research capabilities, particularly in industry-specific analysis related to carbon credit markets, climate finance, and sustainable investing. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with proficiency in preparing clear, impactful presentations for diverse audiences. Demonstrated knowledge and interest in carbon credit markets, sustainability finance frameworks, ESG investment strategies, and related policy and governance issues. Passionate commitment to driving meaningful social and environmental impact, with a keen interest in climate finance innovations. Collaborative mindset, self-awareness, and adaptability to work effectively within multi-cultural, multidisciplinary teams. Show more Show less