Overview
The BwB Fellows Programme offers an exceptional opportunity for experienced financial professionals to contribute to innovative, high-impact projects, receive mentorship from respected industry leaders, and join a global community dedicated to advancing environmental and social good.
Programme Aim
This exclusive two-year programme is designed to nurture future leaders in sustainable finance by empowering them to employ their existing skills in new ways and gain new knowledge and experience through strategic-level engagement with BwB’s innovative initiatives. The programme’s focus is on strategic input, high-level advisory work, and thought leadership, rather than operational execution.
What to Expect from the BwB Fellows Programme
- Meaningful Engagement with Sustainability Projects: Fellows contribute up to 10 hours per month to support transformative projects that mobilise capital for social and environmental impact across diverse sectors and geographies. Projects may involve:
- Structuring innovative financial mechanisms for climate resilience and biodiversity.
- Developing investment frameworks for nature-based solutions and sustainable infrastructure.
- Collaborating with public and private stakeholders on blended finance initiatives.
- Supporting public finance strategies to unlock capital for underserved communities.
- Engaging in development finance projects mobilising resources across emerging markets.
- Mutual Mentorship and Knowledge Exchange: Fellows will receive direct mentorship from BwB’s leadership, senior ambassadors, and members of the Global Expert Group, and will be asked to provide mentorship to BwB analytical team members in areas such as capital markets and financial structuring, sovereign and sub-sovereign debt, blended finance and impact investing, asset and risk management, and development finance institution project development and execution.
- Access to Exclusive Networking Opportunities and Events: Fellows will have opportunities to engage with BwB’s Global Expert Group through events, roundtables, and the annual retreat.
Benefits
- Lifelong Membership in BwB Alumni Group after completing the two-year programme.
Qualifications
- Eligibility
- Applicants must be currently working in investment banking (sell-side), asset management (buy-side), public finance, or a development finance institution.
- Minimum of eight years of relevant experience.
- Demonstrable passion for sustainability and financial innovation with a strong rationale for becoming a BwB Fellow.
- Time commitment: Up to 10 hours per month over the two-year programme, with flexibility to accommodate full-time employment.
- Compliance requirements: Commit to BwB’s compliance standards, including adherence to NDAs, conflict of interest policies, and fit and proper requirements.
- Employer engagement: Fellows are encouraged to discuss participation with their employers to ensure alignment with internal policies.
- Financial contribution: A one-time fee of £10,000 (or equivalent in USD/EUR) upon acceptance.
Accessibility and Scholarships
We believe sustainable finance should be driven by a diverse and inclusive network. To ensure accessibility, a limited number of scholarships and fee-adjusted places are available. Candidates may apply for assistance by indicating their interest in a scholarship or fee adjustment during the application process with a brief statement of their situation. Scholarships will be awarded based on merit, potential impact, and commitment to BwB’s mission.
Additional Information
Participation scope: The programme focuses on strategic input, high-level advisory work, and thought leadership, rather than operational execution. Fellows provide insights to shape BwB’s initiatives while maintaining a hands-off position regarding direct implementation of project work.
Applications, Selection, and Intake: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with Fellows joining in spring and autumn each year. The programme is highly selective, offering limited placements annually to ensure meaningful, individualized experiences.
How to Apply
Eligible individuals should submit:
- A detailed statement of interest outlining passion for sustainability.
- A record of relevant experience and achievements.
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