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Climate finance opportunties for finance and legal professionals

The roles below sit within a 12-month fellowship created to close the talent gap in climate finance. It helps mid-career finance professionals pivot into purpose-driven, climate-focused work especially within nonprofits and civil society across the Global South. Fellows are embedded in high-impact host organizations, taking on core finance or strategy responsibilities. Alongside the placement, Fellows participate in a cohort experience that includes:

Tailored training in climate and leadership
One-to-one coaching and mentorship
Peer learning and community exchange
Access to professional networks in climate and development

The fellowship is led by Surge Climate Talent (SCT), with a program design and delivery by Global Good x Amani, an impact consulting and leadership development firm. Together they ensure hosts are supported, Fellows are set up for success, and the broader climate finance ecosystem is strengthened.

This pathway is ideal for private or public sector professionals with solid finance experience who may be new to climate or nonprofit work, and is also open to current nonprofit practitioners sekking to specialize in climate finance.

To apply, please send your CV, motivation letter, and completed biosummary form to the email address listed in the job advertisement.

You may access the biosummary form here. If you encounter any issues with your application, feel free to reach out to callum@actionappointments.co.za for assistance.

Explore Fellowship Opportunities

Researcher at The Center of Economic and Law Studies

Location: Jakarta, Indonesia

Years of Experience: At least 3 years

The Researcher will support the delivery of high-quality research on sustainable finance, energy transition, and climate policy across Asia.

For the detailed job description, click here.

Sustainable Finance Associate at Asia Engine for Net Zero

Location: Manila, Philippines

Years of Experience: At least 6 years

The Sustainable Finance Associate will design and implement financing models for climate solutions, provide technical assistance to financial institutions, and support the integration of ESG and climate considerations into credit and investment decisions.

For the detailed job description, click here.

Senior Associate at Asia Investor Group on Climate Change

Location: Japan

Years of Experience: At least 3 years

The Senior Associate will be responsible for supporting and implementing the AIGCC policy and advocacy agenda in the region with a particular focus on Japan - engaging with investors, financial regulators, policymakers, and partners to drive our climate policy objectives.

For the detailed job description, click here.

Climate Finance Analyst, Asia at The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis

Location: South Korea

Years of Experience: At least 5 years

This role will focus on analysing the Asian financial sector’s contribution to regional decarbonisation efforts, identifying opportunities for improvement, and recommending actionable policy and investment/financing solutions to accelerate the energy transition.

For the detailed job description, click here.

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About Action Appointments

We’re thrilled to have Action Appointments join the Jobs that makesense Asia ecosystem! With their extensive expertise in recruitment for the development sector, Action Appointments excels in helping candidates find the right roles in NGOs, donor agencies, and community-based organizations. What sets them apart is their hands-on approach—providing personalized support throughout the recruitment process, from application guidance to maintaining a diverse pool of skilled professionals. Their focus on transparency and inclusivity ensures that every candidate is given the attention they deserve.