International Financing Consultant

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Position Title: International Financing Consultant
Location: Bangkok
Country: Thailand
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The job is posted by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), which was established in 194

• ESCAP is dedicated to promoting economic and social development in the Asia-Pacific region. The organization operates in 62 member states and territories, focusing on sustainable development, regional cooperation, and capacity building. ESCAP aims to support its member states in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and enhancing regional integration.

Job Overview:
The International Financing Consultant will work under the direct supervision of the responsible project officer and will be tasked with collaborating and communicating effectively with various stakeholders, including ministries, departments, authorities, national consultants, and other organizations in the target countries. The consultant will lead the development of comprehensive funding proposals for pilot projects in four target countries, ensuring alignment with project timelines. The role involves overseeing the design and implementation of electric bus pilot projects, producing a regional roadmap on best practices for financing electric mobility, and preparing presentation materials for national workshops. The consultant will also be responsible for providing practical project management support to local stakeholders and ensuring compliance with donor requirements throughout the project lifecycle.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of comprehensive funding proposals for pilot projects in Lao PDR, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Tajikistan, ensuring alignment with project timelines and collaboration with relevant authorities.
• Oversee the design and implementation of e-bus pilot projects, managing both the financing application process and the implementation phase post-financing.
• Produce a report titled 'Regional Roadmap on Best Practices for Financing Electric Mobility in Public Transport,' compiling key learnings and case studies from the project.
• Prepare a policy brief on a financing-related topic in consultation with the project officer.
• Develop presentation materials for national workshops and present project findings at regional meetings organized by ESCAP.
• Recommend suitable financing mechanisms for deploying electric buses and provide project management support in areas such as fleet planning and infrastructure procurement.
• Collaborate with government stakeholders, international organizations, and financial institutions to secure necessary financial resources for the pilot projects.

Required Qualifications:

• Advanced university degree in finance, economics, public policy, sustainable development, urban studies, or a related discipline.
• At least 7 years of experience in mobilizing finance for infrastructure or transport projects, preferably in electric mobility.
• Demonstrated expertise in securing financing such as grants, loans, and municipal bonds in developing countries.
• Experience in implementing transport infrastructure projects, preferably in the Asia-Pacific region.
• Proven experience collaborating with government stakeholders, international organizations, and financial institutions.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree in finance, economics, public policy, sustainable development, urban studies, or a related field. This educational background is essential to understand the complexities of financing and implementing transport projects, particularly in the context of sustainable development and urban mobility.

Experience:
The position requires at least 7 years of relevant experience in mobilizing finance for infrastructure or transport projects, with a strong preference for candidates who have worked in electric mobility. Experience in securing financing through various means such as grants, loans, and municipal bonds in developing countries is crucial. Additionally, candidates should have a background in implementing transport infrastructure projects, ideally within the Asia-Pacific region, and experience working with government stakeholders and international organizations.

Languages:
Fluency in written and oral English is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in other languages relevant to the Asia-Pacific region may be considered an asset but is not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
The expected duration of the consultancy is from February 26, 2025, to February 25, 202

• The position is full-time and involves collaboration with various stakeholders across multiple countries. The United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, ensuring a transparent and fair hiring process.