Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 20th May 2020
The Investor Group on Climate Change (IGCC) is a not for profit collaboration of Australian and New Zealand investors focusing on the impact that climate change has on the financial value of investments.
IGCC represents institutional investors, with total funds under management of over $2 trillion, and others in the investment community interested in the impact of climate change on investments. IGCC aims to encourage government policies and investment practices that address the risks and opportunities of climate change, for the ultimate benefit of superannuants and unit holders.
IGCC is co-founder and supporting partner of the Climate Action 100+, a five-year initiative led by investors to engage with the world’s largest corporate greenhouse gas emitters to improve their performance in addressing climate change. To date, over 400 investors with more than US$39 trillion in assets under management have signed on to the initiative. This initiative was developed and launched by five global investor organisations, including the Investor Group on Climate Change, Asia Investor Group on Climate Change, Institutional Investors Group on Climate Change, Ceres and the Principles for Responsible Investment.
This role will be responsible for coordinating engagement research and analysis in alignment with the goals of the Climate Action 100+ initiative. This will include undertaking company research on Australian companies, developing and delivering briefing papers and reports, coordinating webinars and meetings, and responding to signatory research needs. The role will also be a key member of global strategic projects and working groups related to research, company benchmarking, and sector decarbonisation.
The role reports to the Manager, Climate Action 100+, who is based in Melbourne.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
This is a full time 12 month contract position with the option of extension. This role is based in either Sydney or Melbourne, with additional travel as required. Note: some of the global working groups require attendance at meetings and calls outside of standard business hours.
Working in an industry association is about working in a small environment where people's opinions are valued and listened to. We encourage open communication and transparency and promote a dynamic work environment.
IGCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against any individual based on race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law.