Project Manager Climate and Disaster Risk Finance and Insurance (f/m/d)

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At Frankfurt School of Finance & Management, we have intensified our research and engagement in climate and disaster risk finance and insurance. We manage the InsuResilience Solutions Fund (ISF) and the Global Shield Solutions Platform (GSSP).

ISF and GSSP are innovative programmes, funded by European Governments, that are designed to support and develop financial products for climate risks that mitigate the negative effects of climate-related disasters such as droughts, heat waves and floods. Within their mandates, the programmes work closely with partners in developing countries to support detailed climate risk analysis, the development and application of financing solutions, and the dissemination of knowledge to relevant stakeholder groups. The focus of this position will be to support the conceptual design and implementation of country programmes and subsequent monitoring of activities.

• Implementation of country support programmes in developing countries and in collaboration with sovereign regional risk pools. This includes the design and management of climate and disaster risk finance programmes, regular progress reporting, stakeholder management, project monitoring, and review of project reports.
• Support partners in developing countries with a focus on the public sector in building their own capacity and expertise in climate and disaster risk finance, considering the local context.
• Contribute to partnerships and publications aimed at disseminating the programme’s overall results in the development cooperation context. Assist in the creation of communication materials to increase visibility and promote policy advocacy.
• Support business development activities and the acquisition of new projects beyond the GSSP programme, contributing to the expansion and diversification of the team’s project portfolio.

• Master's or bachelor's degree in economics, finance, natural sciences, engineering, or a related field.
• Proven work experience of at least 3 years in project management in a complex work environment with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Good knowledge and practical experience in climate and disaster risk finance and insurance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (the working language is English); knowledge of German, and French or Spanish is an advantage.
• Work experience in developing countries is an asset.
• Excellent analytical skills, ability to communicate them verbally and in writing, team spirit and high level of cultural sensitivity
• Willingness to travel regularly on business to developing countries and within Europe.

• 30 days of annual leave, along with extra days off for special occasions:

  Whether it’s the end of the year, your wedding, a move, or your birthday – we give you the gift of time. This includes full days off on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, plus a half day on your birthday and on Shrove Tuesday.

• Company pension scheme:

  We’re thinking ahead: with strong additional retirement benefits to secure your future

• Corporate benefit programme:

  Enjoy exclusive discounts for employees across a wide range of partner companies: from electronics to leisure activities

• A modern working environment in the heart of Frankfurt am Main
• Flexitime and time off to balance overtime:

  A balance of structure and flexibility: Our flexitime model within core working hours lets you compensate for overtime with additional time off

• Employee events and a strong team culture:

  From summer parties and Christmas celebrations to inspiring skill-sharing sessions: we believe in celebrating success together

• remote work in a 3–2 model:

  Flexible work model: Three days on-site, two days remote – supporting a healthy work-life balance

• smart AI solutions for everyday office work:

  Our advanced AI solutions streamline your workflow: so you can work faster and focus on what truly counts

• Exercise and fitness offers:

  Diverse sports options to help you stay active and recharge after work

• Discounted public transport ticket (Deutschlandticket):

  Sustainable and budget-friendly travel with the subsidised Deutschlandticket

• Learning & Development:

  Learning is at the heart of what we do: Benefit from a wide range of learning and development opportunities – from internal training to LinkedIn Learning for flexible, self-paced learning