We offer an opportunity to work at the forefront of climate and development finance in an international setting, with a leadership role that influences long-term impact. Based in central Helsinki, the position includes competitive remuneration, benefits, and relocation support.

Read the full open vacancy here.

Please submit your application – including your CV, a cover letter, and a brief confirmation of your willingness to relocate to Helsinki – to ndf@amrop.se no later than 14 December 2025. 

For more information, please contact: Pernilla Engwall, pernilla.engwall@amrop.se.

NDF joined the conference to participate in various discussions relating to climate finance and to raise awareness on our operations together with strategic partners and through Nordic collaboration. 

Highlighting early-stage and catalytic financing

At COP30 in Belém, NDF brought together thought-leaders and partners in the Nordic Pavilion to shed light on catalytic and early-stage financing in driving climate solutions. The event was an inspiring exchange of ideas, optimism, and collaboration.

Satu Santala, NDF’s Managing Director, set the tone with a message of hope and determination, reflecting the positive momentum felt throughout COP30. Her remarks paved the way for Hans Olav Ibrekk, Special Envoy for Climate and Security at the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, who underscored the critical role of Nordic cooperation in tackling climate challenges. He emphasised NDF’s unique position in mobilising climate finance for the world’s most vulnerable regions and highlighted the ambitious Baku to Belém Roadmap, which aims to unlock USD 1.3 trillion annually by 2035 for developing countries.

The event culminated in a dynamic panel discussion featuring Stacy Swann, Managing Director of Blended Finance at IDB Invest, Sashi Jayatileke, Senior Director at World Climate Foundation’s IMCA Secretariat and Louise Herrmann, Lead Policy Specialist on Climate and Environment at Sida. Together, they explored innovative financing models, partnerships, and strategies to accelerate climate action where it matters most.

Satu Santala, Sashi Jayatileke, Louise Herrmann and Stacy Swann discuss climate finance at COP30. Photo: Kimmo Syväri

Making EUR 40 million available for adaptation in Africa

IMCA, together with its partners (NDF, Denmark and Iceland) have committed to make available EUR 40 million in catalytic capital and targeted technical assistance to support the first-ever Adaptation Financing Window for Africa (AFWA). This groundbreaking initiative aims design and scale innovative investment vehicles that address the growing climate risks threatening lives, livelihoods and economic development in Africa.

LEARN MORE ABOUT AFWA HERE

This initiative was launched at COP30, when our Managing Director Satu Santala announced and introduced AFWA and addressed the importance of co-creating solutions together with partners in Africa and supporting each other in mobilising investment in climate adaptation.

The event was opened by Her Majesty Queen Mary of Denmark, who highlighted the need to act fast, as climate change is accelerating rapidly. She emphasised that climate action requires collaboration and unity, and through AFWA, contributions from NDF, Denmark and Iceland, will prepare communities to the changing climate and show how climate adaptation can be investment-ready.

Her Majesty Queen Mary of Denmark opening the launch event. Photo: WCF

Launching first-ever Impact Bond for weather and climate data

The Systematic Observation Impact Bond, where NDF has had an active role, was announced as part of the COP30 Action Agenda, supported by the Government of Brazil as COP30 Presidency. If backed, the bond would enable 30 Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS) to meet the requirements of the Global Basic Observing Network (GBON), which is the international standard for the weather and climate observations that underpin every forecast, climate action, and early warning system.

The Systematic Observation Impact Bond combines speed, accountability and partnership for the delivery of global public goods. It could catalyse rapid action through capital frontloaded by investors, supported by long-term donor commitments. The bond will be built on a broad coalition of governments, development agencies, philanthropies, and businesses.

NDF is proud to lead by example as an active partner and the very first donor to believe in SOFF. At COP30, Satu Santala, NDF Managing Director, moderated the official launch of the SOFF Impact Bond, underscoring its vital role in strengthening global climate resilience.

The launch of the SOFF Impact Bond at COP30. Photo: World Meteorological Organization

The Window aims to leverage its catalytic resources to mobilise at least EUR 100 million in private investment for adaptation and resilience outcomes across the continent. Investment managers can submit concepts for adaptation-focused investment vehicles now by 15 January, 2026 at afwafrica.com.

Satu Santala announced AFWA at COP30 in Belém. Photo: 91Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½

AFWA aims to demonstrate how catalytic capital can unlock investment, strengthen local markets, and accelerate investment in adaptation in the most climate-vulnerable regions in Africa. The Window is implemented under IMCA, which coordinates funding efforts and develops blended finance solutions that combine public and private capital to reduce risk and mobilise investment in emerging and developing markets. IMCA’s members include the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark, Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Iceland and NDF.

“At NDF, we believe it is critical to accelerate financing in response to the immense demands for adaptation and resilience in Africa. We look forward to using our flexible financing instruments to catalyse investments through this RFP,” says Satu Santala, Managing Director of NDF.