The consultant will be expected to:


Review and analyse the current regulations, guidelines, and policies in various African countries that govern insurance investments.
Identify challenges and barriers faced by insurance companies in investing in green assets, such as regulatory constraints, lack of incentives, or unclear guidelines.
Identify and evaluate opportunities for insurance companies to invest in green assets
Provide recommendations for regulatory improvements or new policies that could facilitate increased investment in green assets by insurance companies
Consult with relevant stakeholders, including insurance regulators, industry associations, insurance companies, and sustainability experts, to gather insights and validate findings.
Prepare a comprehensive report summarizing the findings, analyses, and recommendations
Present key findings and recommendations to relevant stakeholders, including policymakers and industry representatives.


Deliverables


The deliverables under this contract are as follows:
Inception Report: Outline the approach, methodology, and work plan.
Regulatory Landscape Report:
Detailed analysis of current regulations and policies
Assessment of opportunities and challenges for green investments.
Policy and Regulatory Recommendations Report: policy and regulatory recommendations for enhancing insurance sector investments in green assets.
Presentation: presentation to stakeholders.


Skills and qualification for proposed team members


At least a master’s degree or equivalent postgraduate and/or professional qualifications in Sustainable Finance, Policy, Economics, Actuarial Science, or any other related field.