Jr. Associate, Development Impact – FinDev Canada

Are you ready to advance your career while impacting change in emerging markets?

We are looking for a New Graduate to join the team as a Jr. Associate

Welcome to FinDev Canada, Canada's development financial institution We are looking for talented professionals to join our growing organization. At FinDev Canada, we are guided by our mandate and the opportunity to positively impact climate and nature action, gender equality and market development.  We drive sustainable development by working with and through the private sector.

This is your opportunity to join a growing, dynamic team and leave your mark on our organization, development finance, and on the world at large.

Team\: Development Impact

Employment Type:  12-month Contract

Compensation Details:

• New Graduate (Undergraduate Degree)\: $54,600 ($28/hour)

• Master's\: $56,550 ($29/hour)

Location:

·       FinDev Canada headquarters is in downtown Montreal, with the flexibility to work under a hybrid model (home/office). For the right candidate, Toronto will be considered.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Impactful Work - At FinDev Canada, we are committed to promoting sustainable and inclusive growth in emerging markets and developing economies. Your work here will make a real difference, contributing to meaningful projects that have a lasting impact on communities around the world. 

• Your Colleagues - Join a diverse and talented team that brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and passion to everything we do.

• Collaborative Culture - Collaboration is at the heart of our success. At FinDev Canada, we believe that working together not only enhances our business but also strengthens our ability to achieve our mission. Our culture is built on mutual support and teamwork, ensuring that we collectively drive our mandate and strategy forward. 

• Perks and Benefits - Our Total Rewards offering goes beyond just a paycheck. We provide a comprehensive package designed to meet the diverse needs and life stages of our employees.

Team & Position Overview

The Impact Enablement group at FinDev Canada is dedicated to fulfilling our mandate through four specialized teams\: (1) Impact Strategies & Thought Leadership; (2) Environmental, Climate and Social Risk; (3) Technical Assistance; and (4) Development Impact. The Development Impact team is tasked with evaluating impacts of our financing and investment activities, using systematic impact management and measurement approaches throughout the investment lifecycle, in accordance with our Development Impact Policy.

We are seeking a Junior Associate to provide support to the Development Impact team in (1) conducting ongoing portfolio monitoring activities, and (2) assessing climate finance through the analysis of investment alignment with climate finance frameworks, and contribution to climate related measurement, verification, and reporting activities.‑related measurement, verification, and reporting activities.

This role offers a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team of dedicated professionals committed to advance our impact goals by addressing climate and nature action, promoting gender equality, and fostering market development.

What You Will Be Doing

• Collaborate with Associate and Senior Impact Officers to conduct annual monitoring of portfolio transactions, including reviewing client documentation, validating impact performance data, synthesizing and analyzing quantitative and qualitative information, and preparing high-quality annual impact reports‑quality annual impact reports
• Support Associates and Senior Impact Officers in assessing climate finance through the analysis of investment alignment with climate finance frameworks, such as the MDBs/IDFC Common Principles for Climate Mitigation Finance Tracking, and by contributing to climate‑related measurement, verification, and reporting activities. This includes reviewing climate eligibility criteria, evaluating mitigation and adaptation benefits, and analyzing greenhouse gas emissions data, including baselines, projected reductions, and methodologies for estimating avoided or reduced emissions.
• Perform other tasks that contribute to the team's and the corporation's objectives.

What We Are Looking For

• Educational Background\: Recent graduate with an undergraduate degree in business, economics, sustainable finance, climate change and development studies, international affairs, environment or another relevant discipline.
• Analytical Skills\: Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical abilities, with demonstrated capacity to synthesize information and draw meaningful insights.
• Technical Skills\: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience with other analytical or data visualization‑visualization tools is an asset.
• Work Ethic\: Self-starter who can work independently, manage multiple tasks, and demonstrate‑starter who can work independently, manage multiple tasks, and demonstrate initiative and strong motivation.

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Bilingual in both official languages (French and English).
• Experience in climate measurement, monitoring, and evaluation practices
• Working proficiency in Spanish.

Eligibility:

·       Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or hold a valid work visa at the time of application.

·       Applicants must meet government security screening requirements.

·       Applicants have completed their studies within the past year.

·       Applicants must be able to work full-time (37.5hrs/week).

Ready to make a difference? Apply today 

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This position is open to individuals who meet all the essential criteria outlined above and submit their applications by the closing date. 

FinDev Canada's Commitment to Employment Equity 

FinDev Canada is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that respects people from all cultures, backgrounds and with a range of ability, and nurturing a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone has equal opportunity to grow, develop, succeed and be their truest selves in an inclusive environment.   

We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. 

FinDev Canada recognizes that disclosing the need for accommodations can be a personal matter. Please know that as an organization, we are committed to maintaining confidentiality and ensuring that any accommodations provided are tailored to support your needs. Our aim is to ensure you have a comfortable and positive experience throughout the recruitment process, so please do not hesitate to contact us directly for any accommodation requests at  We are here to support you every step of the way.