Independent Consultant – Sustainable Finance & Development (Global Talent Pool)

BwB is seeking expressions of interest from individual consultants based anywhere in the world to join our global network of experts providing high-impact consultancy services in international development and sustainable finance.

We are building a diverse and geographically distributed pool of consultants who can be mobilised to support a wide range of regional and global projects for leading development institutions, multilateral organisations, and international finance bodies.

The consultant will be expected to:

• Provide technical and strategic advisory services across a range of development and finance-related projects.

• Support the design, implementation, and evaluation of programmes and initiatives aligned with sustainable development goals.

• Contribute to the development of innovative financing solutions, including climate finance, blended finance, and ESG-aligned strategies.

• Work with multilateral development banks (MDBs), international donor agencies, and other institutional partners.

• Deliver high-quality written outputs, such as reports, proposals, and analytical briefs.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and engage with diverse stakeholders in a global context.

This is a consultancy-based engagement, and assignments may vary in duration, scope and travel depending on project needs.

We are looking for consultants who meet the following criteria:

• Proven track record of delivering major consultancy assignments for multilateral institutions, development finance bodies, or international NGOs.

• Strong subject-matter expertise in one or more of the following areas:
  • Sustainable finance and investment strategies
  • Climate finance and ESG integration
  • Development economics and policy
  • Programme design and evaluation
     
• Innovative financing models (e.g., blended finance, impact investing)
   
• Minimum of 7+ years of relevant professional experience, including consulting or advisory roles.
   
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage complex assignments, and produce high-quality analytical deliverables.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; additional languages are an asset.

• Advanced degree (Master’s or equivalent) in a relevant field such as economics, finance, development studies, public policy, or related disciplines.

This is a freelance consulting opportunity and does not constitute an offer of full-time employment. Successful candidates will be engaged on a project-by-project basis, depending on our evolving needs and the scope of client assignments.

We welcome interest from consultants who have the flexibility to take on assignments with limited notice and are comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Engagements may vary in terms of time commitment, complexity, and duration.