Head of Green Finance & Investment
Quick answer
World Resources Institute is hiring a remote Senior Head of Green Finance & Investment (Kigali-based) with potential salary commensurate with experience for Rwanda’s climate finance landscape.
- Role
- Head of Green Finance & Investment
- Organization
- World Resources Institute (WRI)
- Location
- Kigali, Rwanda
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The position involves supporting Rwanda’s climate finance landscape by advancing investment readiness, project preparation, and capital mobilization for restoration, climate resilience, and green growth priorities.
What you'll do
- Supporting investment readiness and project preparation in Rwanda's Country Platform
- Advancing capital mobilization for climate resilience, restoration, and green growth priorities
- Leading the identification of potential outcome buyers and strategic financing partners
- Developing and implementing engagement strategies aligned with Restore Local’s Outcome-Based Finance approach
What it takes
- Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Investment Management, Development Finance, Public Policy, or related field
- 8+ years of relevant professional experience in project finance, investment structuring, transaction advisory, sustainable finance, development finance, or capital mobilization
- Experience providing thought leadership at a strategic and programmatic level
- Experience building and managing relationships with government counterparts, DFIs, commercial banks, impact investors, private equity funds, climate funds, philanthropic capital providers, and advisory firms in Rwanda or comparable emerging markets in Africa
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Hybrid working model, flexible hours, generous leave days, access to the WRI global network, varied learning and training opportunities.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The position is based in Kigali, Rwanda.
What is the compensation range?
Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors. The exact amount is not specified.
How do I apply for this position?
Please submit a resume with a cover letter by 18 September 2026 through the WRI Careers portal or Workday Jobs Hub, depending on whether you are an internal or external applicant.
What is the work schedule like?
The position offers a hybrid working model with flexible hours.
How to apply
Apply directly on World Resources Institute (WRI)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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