The consultant will undertake data gathering and provide research assistance for the policy papers/reports produced for the Bank of Mongolia, liaise with government officials and other stakeholders, facilitate consultations and meetings with country stakeholders, assist in the preparation of project missions, and work closely with the project team. Overall, the Consultant will work to ensure the successful implementation of the project, with the ultimate objective of allowing the Bank of Mongolia to mitigate the monetary impacts and financial stability risks due to climate change.
Responsibilities:
Increase the BoM’s understanding of climate risks and climate change impacts on the country’s economic and monetary policies.
Conduct local research and gather primary data related to economic and financial risks of climate change in Mongolia and their direct and transition impacts in Mongolia for the next 3 decades feeding into the initial inception report.
Identify and liaise with local experts and institutions for insights on the economic impacts and financial portfolio-related impacts of climate change specific to Mongolia.
Compile local and international best practices that are relevant to greening the Bank of Mongolia.
Gather information on legal mandates and regulations that pertain to the Bank of Mongolia’s role in tackling climate-related risks.
Facilitate in the compilation of in the compilation of local stakeholder feedback for the reports and discussion papers.
Contribute to the preparation of workshop/training materials with a focus on local relevance and context
Coordinate logistics for the suggested workshops and invite relevant local stakeholders.
Contribute to the development of training materials and the documentation of methodologies and processes.
Conduct research to support the creation of ESG guidelines and regulations.
Coordinate to compile a final report on ESG and climate taxonomy in Mongolia by gathering data, case studies, and stakeholder inputs.
The consultant will coordinate effectively with the appointed international consultant who will support the undertaking the project's research and analysis.
The consultant's role will be to ensure that the documents produced are thorough and locally relevant.
Performance indicators for the evaluation of outputs.
Punctuality of submissions and performance.
Demonstrated expert knowledge of the subject area.
Quality of analysis, recommendations or conclusions in reports/studies.
Quality of written output.
Requirements:
Advanced university degree in international economics, finance, environmental science, development studies or related fields.
At least 3 years of experience in sustainable finance or ESG is required.
Expertise and understanding of banking regulations, financial instruments, and financial risk management is essential.
Previous consulting experience with banks, government bodies and familiarity with how government institution’s function.
Ability to use statistical tools and software for policy analysis preferred.
Ability to manage data collection and high-quality research projects from conception to completion within specified timelines is essential.
Experience in climate impact modeling is beneficial but not required.
Experience working in Mongolia is highly desirable or in similar economies is required.
Applicants should provide at least one (1) research or publication samples that they have contributed to, along with their application.
The research should ideally be related to green or sustainable finance.
