Policy Advisor

Job Title: Job Title: Senior Policy Manager – Japan Location: Remote - Japan Salary: JPY 10,000,000 We’re on a mission to mobilse global capital for climate action. We're eager to foster senior-level government collaboration in Japan to propel our rapid energy transition goals. We want to drive transition and positively impact the world we live in. How you'll contribute • Lead policy representation across Japan for projects in energy, manufacturing, economic transition financing, sustainable finance regulations, and climate policies. • Design and disseminate high-quality and relevant policy materials for the transition agenda. • Identify and actively pursue opportunities within the Japanese policy-making process, leveraging established networks and fostering relationships with decision-makers, to contribute meaningfully to the development and implementation of policies that align with our goals. • Navigate the complexities of the political landscape and seize strategic opportunities that arise in the course of policy discussions and formulation, advising domestic institutions to align finance with net-zero pathways. • Work closely and coordinate effectively with the Regional Lead to ensure that our approach to stakeholder engagement is cohesive, strategically aligned, and leverages existing relationships. • Focus on building and nurturing strong, productive networks with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government entities, regulatory bodies, and industry organisations, to create a supportive ecosystem for transition finance. Requirements You should apply if: You're passionate about our work and the mission of Climate Bonds! • You have in-depth knowledge and experience of Japan’s energy, finance, and industry policy landscape. • You are a clear and concise native-level Japanese speaker who is also confident communicating in English, including strong writing skills. • You have an existing network with key government and financial stakeholders (e.g., METI, MoE, JFSA, JICA) and can quickly develop relationships with new market actors and policy makers • You have multiple years experience of the Japanese policy-making process, with proven ability to identify and leverage influential points of engagement. • You have a track record of policy development, advocacy, or advisory roles in climate, finance, or energy. • Are comfortable representing Climate Bonds in high-level policy or public forums. Benefits What's in it for you? This role is fully remote • We offer flexible working hours and trust you to work enough hours to do your job well, at times that suit you and your team. ✈️ Opportunities to work from another location ✅ Make a meaningful impact every day! Apply tot his job

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