Green Finance Analyst – Laos (Consultant)

About the role

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is seeking a Green Finance Analyst to serve as the in‑country anchor for its green and climate finance activities in Lao PDR. Working remotely from Vientiane, the consultant will provide research, analytical support, and coordination for UNEP Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) and the Environment Fiscal Policy Unit (EFPU) workstreams.

Key responsibilities

• Develop evidence‑based analyses on green budgeting, environmental fiscal reform, and financial sector sustainability through data collection, research, and drafting.
• Translate, localise, and present technical materials in Lao and English to ensure clear communication with government counterparts.
• Design and deliver capacity‑building workshops tailored to the Lao context, facilitating participation of key stakeholders.
• Provide administrative back‑stopping, liaison, and stakeholder management to ensure smooth in‑country coordination of programme activities.
• Ensure compliance with UNEP programming, financial, procurement and administrative rules and internal control systems.

Required profile

• Relevant experience in green finance, environmental fiscal policy, or sustainable public finance.
• Proven ability to conduct research, analyse data, and produce high‑quality reports.
• Experience working with government agencies and international development teams.
• Fluency in Lao and English, with strong translation and presentation skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence sustainable finance policy in Lao PDR.
• Collaboration with an international UN team of experts.
• Flexible remote work arrangement.