Who we are:
LuxFLAG (the Luxembourg Fund Labelling Agency) is an independent organization created in Luxembourg in July 2006.
The Agency aims to promote the raising of capital for microfinance and environment related activities by awarding a recognizable label to eligible Microfinance Investment Vehicles (MIV) and environment related investment funds. Its mission refers to supporting the financing of sustainable development by providing clarity for investors through awarding Labels to investment funds which meet specific published criteria. The mission is supported by the core values of responsibility, sustainability, independence and transparency.
On 20th June 2011, LuxFLAG created a new label, the LuxFLAG Environment Label dedicated to investment fund. The aim is to convince investors that Funds primarily invest their assets in environment-related sectors in a responsible manner.
The Mission:
The intern will be working in close contact with the team and learn from it on various assignments. Specific responsibilities include:
- Researching and analyzing on Environment Investment Vehicles (EIV) and Microfinance Investment Vehicles (MIVs).
- Preparing and conducting expert interviews for a study on the performance of LuxFLAG labeled EIVs.
- Creating, maintaining and updating a media data base, a general contact data base and a prospect data base.
- Creating and managing a virtual space for electronic data, file and document management of prospects for MF Label and for the new Environment Label.
- Administrative support for the launch and management of the Environment Label processes and the management of the MF Label.
- Actively participation in team meetings.
- Other as required.
The Profile:
- You should combine analytical and entrepreneurial spirit.
- You should be ready to take responsibilities and work under tight deadlines, have experience working in teams as well as independently, and show initiative and pro-activity.
Additionally, you will demonstrate the following skills:
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Attention to details, commitments to follow-through and self-organization
- Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
- Fluency in French and English (German will be a plus)
- A previous experience or studies in Social Responsible Investment with ESG data would be advantageous
You should also possess a broad set of quantitative, qualitative and interpersonal skills, willing to learn at fast pace, and be a strong team player.
Work Arrangements:
You will work in LuxFLAG head office, located in Luxembourg City.
The internship will last 6 months (January/February 2012 and June/July 2012).
You will be compensated for your work in line with the intern’s school policy.
To Apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume to:
Daniel Dax, General Manager
daniel.dax@luxflag.org
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