Solar Finance Specialist

Reporting to the Chief of Resource Mobilisation or a designated officer, you will provide essential support across our business clusters. Your primary responsibility will be to review, develop, and deploy financing strategies for renewable energy, aligning with the ISA’s mission to lead the energy transition through its member states.
In this role, you will lead and implement critical processes within the solar energy financial sector. This includes, but is not limited to, developing and utilizing financial models and tools to assess the financial, commercial, and technical viability of renewable energy projects. Additionally, you will support budget utilization, forecasting, and optimization of all relevant cost structures, ultimately fostering a well-managed, controlled, and accountable financial environment within Resource Mobilisation and the ISA.

Responsibilities:-

• Strategically oversee financial analysis and modeling of startups, evaluating the financial and technical feasibility of various programs.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including developers, potential solar entrepreneurs, investors, lenders, financial institutions, donors, and Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) to facilitate successful project financings.
• Assist the Chief of Unit (Resource Mobilisation) with investor relations activities, including engaging with venture capitalists, preparing investor presentations, conducting financial due diligence, and managing donor and financial reporting, while strategically addressing investor inquiries.
• Support ISA’s marketing initiatives by preparing relevant marketing materials, ensuring that all presentation documents are accurate and effectively convey the ISA’s overall message and objectives.
• Facilitate the timely flow of information between Resource Mobilisation and all relevant business clusters.
• Ensure consistent implementation of programs in alignment with agreed financial parameters with donors, focusing on achieving key result areas across all clusters and operations.
• Develop and manage a resource management system encompassing Corpus, grants, and optimal cost-recovery strategies, with an emphasis on financial sustainability and donor accountability.
• Assist the Chief of Resource Mobilisation with team oversight and any additional professional requirements as necessary.

Education:-

• An undergraduate degree (Master’s degree or equivalent desirable) specialising in Commerce/Finance or a relevant program.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:-

• An experience that would match the scope of work mentioned in the “Broader Scope of Work” section above.
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant professional work experience in Multilateral Organisations/International Relations/ Governments/ donor partnerships/public relations.
• The above should include at least 4 years at amid-management level within a Solar/Climate/development/ multilateral /public sector/private sector organisation.
• A strong experience in collaborative leadership, that has ensured strategic direction being provided to internal and external groups
• A proven ability to develop and scope new funding/financing initiatives and projects, drafted proposals, statements of programs, and other activities related to progressing international donor and development partnerships.
• Proven experience in establishing smooth relationship solutions, program financing support operations, and other day-to-day activities required to meet the member country objectives.
• A strong experience in maintaining and fostering relationships with international agencies/government focal points/Donors/DFIs/NGO/CSO groups/ embassies/Foundations and officials
• A proven ability to convey complex financial information in a clear and concise manner (both oral and written) and to influence multiple external audiences as well as internal colleagues at all levels.
• Proven track record of overseeing and producing policy briefs and communications products in various formats
• Proven networking and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated project management Experience, including balancing multiple assignments from conception to completion on schedule and within budget.
• Strong analytical, communication, presentation and drafting skills

Languages & IT skills:-

• The role demands substantial writing and verbal communications skills. As English is the official and working language of the Organization, excellent command of both written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of other languages (i.e., French, Spanish and Arabic) would be an advantage. The role demands substantial writing and verbal communications skills.
• Knowledge of other languages (i.e., French, Spanish and Arabic) would be an advantage.
• Satisfactory skills in Outlook, MS Office products, and experience with the various ERP systems required to manage this role is required.

Competencies:-
Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all work areas.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others, and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style, and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Planning and Organizing: Ability to plan and organize assignments. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Uses time efficiently. Demonstrates high degree of autonomy in the discharge of assignments.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such
decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Location:-

• Gurgaon, Haryana.

Company Overview:-

The International Solar Alliance (ISA) is an international organization headquartered in Gurgaon, National Capital Region of India. The vision and mission of the ISA is to provide a dedicated platform for cooperation among solar resource rich countries where the global community, including bilateral and multilateral organizations, corporates, industry, and other stakeholders, can make a positive contribution to assist and help achieve the common goals of increasing the use of solar energy. Thereby, help ISA Member States to meet their energy needs in a safe, convenient, affordable, equitable and sustainable manner.