Required As a Climate Change Advisor, you will be part of the Climate Transition Department within the Desjardins Sustainable Development Office. You will help define Desjardins Group's priorities and initiatives pertaining to climate change, as well as the methodologies and standards needed to implement and track them. More specifically, you will be required to :
Actively participate in projects and initiatives related to your field (developing roadmaps and recommendations based on the organization's priorities and objectives, monitoring and updating targets and commitments, risk analyses, etc.)
Conduct research, carry out preliminary analysis, and develop the initial outlines of tools and work processes that require a comprehensive and detailed understanding of the business lines and organization
Contribute to climate change-related reporting
Support the more experienced professionals in your unit
Monitor new trends in climate change and biodiversity
Temporary position for 12 months
What we offer*
Competitive salary and annual bonus
4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
Group insurance including telemedicine
Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment
Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.
What You Bring To The Table
Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences, sustainable development, finance or another relevant discipline
A minimum of two years of relevant experience
Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
Practical experience in the financial sector or in consulting
Experience in developing and implementing climate strategies and defining GHG emission reduction targets, ideally within the financial sector context
Experience in climate risk and scenario analysis
Experience in climate-related reporting and greenhouse gas emissions measurement
Knowledge of French is required
Intermediate advanced proficiency of English due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with English-speaking partners, members and/or clients
Action oriented, Business insight, Customer Focus, Differences, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning, Strategic mindset
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.
If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!
Trade Union (If applicable) Job Family Cooperative and international development (FG)
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Climate Change Advisor • Winnipeg, Canada
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