Finance for Peace is looking for individuals to serve as members of the Peace Finance Standards Committee, which will be one of the key governance entities of the Finance for Peace Foundation. Members serve on the Committee on a voluntary basis.
The Committee is tasked with the iterative development of the Peace Finance Standard, which consists of the Peace Bond Standard and the Peace Equity Standard. The Committee will also contribute with feedback to the Peace Finance Impact Framework and related Guidance Notes, which provide the bedrock principles, impact taxonomy and exclusionary criteria that underpin the Peace Finance Standard.
The Committee will consist of up to ten (10) members, including an equal and gender-balanced mix of representatives from the finance sector (including experts in bond and equity investment markets, as well as DFI representatives) and the fields of development, peacebuilding, and academia.
It is envisaged that Committee members will meet four times per year: once in person, in a location to be determined, and three times virtually.
How to apply: Candidates with relevant qualifications and experience are invited to email [email protected] by August 30, 2023, sharing a CV that proves relevant experience, and a motivation letter. Please refer to the Terms of Reference below for additional details on the responsibilities and functioning of the Peace Finance Standards Committee.
Relevant Expertise and Experience
Members of the Peace Finance Standards Committee must have expertise and experience in financial sector governance, norm and standard setting and verification, sustainable and impact investing, and the financial and sustainable investment industries.
Committee members should also have a strong understanding of peacebuilding theory and practice. They should be able to provide insights into how financial practices can support or hinder peacebuilding efforts.
- Diversity
The Committee will aim to have a diverse membership, reflecting a range of gender, age, nationality, and professional background.
- Independence
Members of the Peace Finance Standards Committee must be independent of any conflicts of interest and shall not have any personal, professional, or financial interests that may influence their decisions.
- Commitment
Members of the Peace Finance Standards Committee must be committed to the objectives and goals of the Finance for Peace Foundation, and be willing to devote adequate time to fulfil their duties and responsibilities.
- Geographic Representation
The Committee will aim to have a balanced representation of members from different regions of the world, including representatives working at the international and local field level.
- Project-oriented and purpose-driven
