Climate Finance Specialist (Consultant) – Bangkok, Thailand

About the role

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is seeking a Climate Finance Specialist to support Thailand's Department of Climate Change and Environment (DCCE) in developing a portfolio of investable climate projects focused on the livestock sector, particularly dairy. The consultant will work on making technical interventions bankable and identifying innovative financing mechanisms.

Key responsibilities

• Assess available technologies, market opportunities and financing options for dairy manure management, feed additives and biogas.
• Identify priority pilot projects and develop a methane abatement programme with a dedicated investment plan.
• Structure viable business models and explore blended finance and public‑private investment opportunities.
• Connect projects with potential financiers, donors and other stakeholders.
• Engage government, private‑sector and research partners to support implementation and scale‑up.

Required profile

• Proven experience in climate finance and project finance within the agricultural or livestock sector.
• Strong understanding of methane mitigation technologies and investment readiness.
• Ability to work with multi‑donor programmes and government agencies.
• Excellent analytical and stakeholder‑engagement skills.

Required skills

• Financial modeling
• Project finance analysis