Climate Policy Initiative: Consultant, Investment Analysis (Readvertised) - Jakarta Based

About Climate Policy Initiative (CPI)

CPI’s mission is to drive economic growth while addressing climate change by focusing on policy and finance. We work to understand investment trends, accelerate effective use of public and private resources, and develop and scale transformative financial solutions.

We support policy makers and investment decision makers around the world; providing in-depth analysis and support to develop and implement transformative policies and financial instruments.

Our expertise stretches across development and climate-relevant disciplines: renewable energy, energy efficiency, transport, agriculture and forests, water and waste and cities.

CPI has offices in Europe, the US, Brazil, India and Indonesia, and we work across the developed and developing world, where there is the potential to make real impact.

Position Summary

CPI is currently working on a project to help accelerate clean energy investments in Indonesia, particularly renewable energy and energy efficiency projects. Under the project, CPI partners with a local state-owned financial institution (“Partner”) to develop a pipeline of clean energy projects. In particular, CPI provides technical assistance to Partner in regards to the preparation, evaluation and financing of clean energy projects in Indonesia (“Project”).

An exciting opportunity exists for a Consultant to join CPI’s Climate Finance team working on the Project. Based in Jakarta, Indonesia, the Consultant will work on a Part-time basis at CPI and be part of the team supporting our Partner in evaluating investment opportunities and in developing capacity building activities for our Partner. The Consultant will be contracted for an 8 (eight) months period with opportunity for extension.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with CPI’s Partner and CPI’s team in carrying out the Project;Provide inputs in the development of Project planning and methodologies;
• Perform financial analysis and financial modelling to help our Partner make investment decisions;
• Take part in meetings with prospective client, performing due diligence, site visits, and structuring investment transaction;
• Perform market research relevant to project preparation;
• Assist Partner in producing relevant project documentation (i.e. information memorandum);
• Produce high-quality materials on short deadlines; and
• Contribute in carrying out other analytical works relevant to the Project (i.e. performing case studies).

Qualifications and Personal Attributes

• Possess excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency in reading financial statements and evaluating investment opportunities.
• Expert level Excel (financial modelling) and PowerPoint skills.
• Have significant experience (6+ years) in performing financial/business due diligence and investment analysis while working in financial institutions and/or advisory firms (i.e. investment bank, development financial institution, corporate finance advisory firm, credit rating agency or management consulting company).
• Having previous exposure in the renewable energy sector is a plus.
• Having previous experience working in Development Financial Institution is a plus.
• Ability to communicate methods, results and recommendations from complex qualitative and quantitative analysis to expert and non-technical audiences.
• An insightful, independent, analytical mind with a strong track record of applying strategic judgment in complex situations.
• Fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• Professionalism, enthusiasm for working as part of a team, and ability to interact with a diverse group of people.

Compensation and Benefits

The position is available for immediate appointment. The position will be based in Jakarta, Indonesia. CPI offers excellent compensation that is commensurate with experience.

To submit an application, please send a cover letter and resume to hiring@cpi-Indo.org by May 2, 2018. For applicants of non-Indonesian national, you are required to submit a proof of valid working permit in Indonesia in your application. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Climate Policy Initiative is an equal opportunity employer.