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Do you want to make a difference and contribute to creating a better world? Are you interested in developing your skills and knowledge, while putting your ideals to work? Join us, we are a frontrunner in ethical banking and global impact investing, and we need people like you to make change happen.
We believe that money can change the world for the better. In fact, our organisation was founded on this belief. Our mission is to create a society that protects and promotes the quality of life of all its members with human dignity at its core.
We have a long-standing track-record of analyzing sustainability issues (from climate change to human rights) and determining our own viewpoint on that. These positions are relevant for finance activities (it determines where we see positive impact but also makes clear what Triodos Bank excludes) as well as for our advocacy and thought leadership positions. This work is centered around five interlinked transition themes: food, resources, energy, societal and wellbeing. Currently, we’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Sustainability Researcher to join our Impact & Economics team.

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How you will make a difference
You will help us to ‘change finance to finance change’, by concentrating on analysis, vision and thought leadership relevant for the commercial and societal proposition of Triodos Bank, including Triodos Investment Management and Triodos Regenerative Money Centre. As a Sustainability Researcher you will have the opportunity to be active in the core of one of the most sustainable and values-based banks.

As a part of your daily routine:

• You will conduct research on different sustainability topics linked to the Societal and Wellbeing transition themes and the social exclusionary criteria for our Minimum Standards. Research areas may include housing, healthcare, elderly care, arts & culture, education, common ownership and social enterprises.
• You will write publications varying from vision papers, position statements, thematic articles, opinion articles and other types of publications for external or internal use that connect to the topics in our financing activities and thought leadership work.
• You will publish and present research and represent Triodos Bank externally at events, conferences and e.g. in relevant branch associations.
• You will collaborate closely with colleagues in the Impact & Economics team in building visions and impact strategies, as well as working closely together with colleagues across the organization focused on the social domain.

What you will bring
Your unique potential and your values matter for us most. We look for people who are self-aware and who think in a holistic way, always conscious about their impact on society, environment, and the economy.
To be successful in this role, you will:

• have a positive and open attitude in combination with analytical skills and the drive to make the world a little more sustainable
• have an ability to independently work on longer term research projects, while also being able to meet more reactive adhoc deadlines
• have excellent communication skills and be able to summarize complex material both verbally and in writing
• be a self-starter, who can work independently, is result-oriented and able to plan, manage and execute projects
• get energy from doing research, writing and discussing about it

Furthermore, it is expected that you will have:

• relevant working experience, preferably in sustainability research
• a strong affinity for and relevant expertise in topics within the social domain
• an academic Master’s degree or Ph D in social or economic sciences with a focus on sustainability research, or equivalent
• proficient writing skills or a willingness to develop them, for both strategic documents and more persuasive or editorial-style writing
• strong stakeholder management skills, both with internal colleagues and external partners
• an excellent command of English and working proficiency in Dutch, whereas proficiency in other languages can be an advantage

Your future colleagues
You will work in the Impact & Economics team that consist of 13 colleagues and will be reporting to the Team Lead Research. Within the team the primary working language is English. You will work closely together with the researchers and impact and advocacy managers in the team, as well as colleagues in the different European countries where Triodos Bank operates.

Offer

What we offer you
An inspiring work culture
The most important thing about working with us is that you are part of community that is changing the world for the better. We are constantly improving our work culture to create conditions where every person can thrive, so you are able to:

• find a sense of meaning in your work
• create positive energy and impact with your co-workers
• build mutual trust and respect in working relationships
• enjoy fulfilment at a professional and personal level

A comfortable working environment
Our award-winning sustainable head office is based in Driebergen-Zeist, the Netherlands at the Reehorst Estate, just a 3 minutes’ walk from the train station. Combined with working from home, it is an inspiring place to work and connect with your colleagues.

And of course, great remuneration and working conditions

• a salary appropriate to the position, our remuneration policy and your experience
• an attractive pension policy
• a mobility card (including free private travels)
• flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home
• reimbursement of a company bicycle to the max of € 1,500
• 30 holiday days with a 40-hour working week, plus the option of buying 2 weeks of extra holiday days
• extra leave to contribute to voluntary work
• a range of education and training opportunities
• the option to join our collective health insurance
• a working from home allowance per home office day
• suitable home office equipment up to € 750 every 5 years

Sounds interesting?
If you feel that you want to make a difference, don’t hesitate to join the Triodos community by applying for this role.
Everyone is welcome to join us. Our culture is built on values that aim to benefit both society and individuals. We are committed to equity and diversity, and we value everyone’s perspective. We strive to create an environment in which all co-workers and our broader community can feel safe and included.
The closing date for applications is: 18.11.2024
If the role interests you but you still have some questions, please contact Bob Groos at bob.groos@triodos.com. If there are any additional adjustments you may need during the application process, please let us know.
We also don’t want to miss out on candidates who feel they don’t exactly match the job description, so if this is a role that sounds interesting to you, and you feel you could add value, please apply!

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Who we are
Triodos Bank is a leading expert in sustainable banking, founded in 1980 in the Netherlands, with branches in Belgium, Germany, United Kingdom, and Spain.
Triodos Investment Management is a globally recognised leader in impact investing, that currently manages 20 funds invested in both Europe and emerging markets.
Triodos Regenerative Money Centre is our business unit launched in 2019 with the explicit goal of restoring and regenerating nature and society.
We are a certified B Corp since 2015. B Corp is a growing global community of successful and sustainable companies that create positive social impact and change.
We are also one of the founders of The Global Alliance for Banking on Values, a global network of independent banks using finance to deliver sustainable economic, social, and environmental development.
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