Analyst, Climate Strategy and Regional Delivery

Purpose of Job: 

The Analyst, CSRD, SEMED, will assist in the delivery of the EBRD’s Green Economy Transition (GET) strategy in the SEMED region.

Operating out of Cairo (preferable), the Analyst will report to both the Egypt Country Director and the Associate Director (AD), Head of SEMED, CSRD. The Analyst will support the AD, Head of SEMED, CSRD in leading the Bank’s green business at the critical interface between the Bank’s decentralised country management team and the expertise of the large CSD team in HQ, with the objective of ensuring coordinated delivery of GET investment and policy objectives across multiple public and private sector counterparts. The Analyst’s work will contribute to the fulfilment of the EBRD’s strategic objectives to be fully Paris Aligned (as of 1 Jan 2023), to be a majority green finance institution by 2025, and to support countries and clients with accelerated low carbon and climate resilient pathways.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the AD, Head of SEMED, CSRD – the Analyst will support in:

•            Definition of the strategic approach for GET business and policy delivery in the region(s), under the supervision of the Associate Director, Head of SEMED, CSRD; ensure that GET business and policy objectives are reflected in the specific country strategies.

•            Support and coordinate, where needed, the implementation, monitoring and review of various assignments, including Technical Assistance activities, Policy dialogue activities or investment-related analysis.

•            Developing and maintaining stakeholder relationships, dedicated local/regional networks and market intelligence - with public authorities, the private sector and civil society - so as to lay the ground for impact.

•            Ensure delivery of green policy actions, including implementation monitoring and impact analysis.

•            Act as a member of CSD regional network, contributing to a culture of openness, excellence and delivery, with a particular focus on trouble-shootingtroubleshooting of obstacles to delivery.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

Qualifications and Skills:

•            Result-oriented, self-motivated, ability to work to and meet tight deadlines and to plan and organise work unsupervised in a logical and efficient manner.

•            Demonstrated ability to oversee assignments outsourced to external consultants.

•            Ability to build effective working relationships with clients and colleagues in a multicultural environment.

•            Excellent written and oral communication skills in English (required). Working knowledge of Arabic and/or French is a plus.

Experience and Knowledge:

•            Relevant degree in climate science, engineering, economics, finance, energy, environmental science or related discipline. Master’s degree would be advantageous.

•            3+ years ofRelevant experience in supporting policy initiatives, preferably climate-related/green investments.

•            Good understanding of climate change science and the approaches, methodologies, and the implications of climate change in terms of economic and social impacts.

•            Understanding of political, governance, technical, commercial and economic matters relating to sustainability and climate action, and the role of different stakeholders in them.

•            Experience of working in one of the SEMED countries would be advantageous.

•            Experience of and judgement on integrity matters.

What is it like to work at the EBRD?

Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation, and use your talents to make a real difference to people's lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in. 

The EBRD environment provides you with:

• Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in;
• A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity;
• An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital  transformation at the heart of what we do.

Diversity is one of the Bank’s core values which are at the heart of everything it does.  A diverse workforce with the right knowledge and skills enables connection with our clients, brings pioneering ideas, energy and innovation. The EBRD staff is characterised by its rich diversity of nationalities, cultures and opinions and we aim to sustain and build on this strength. As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities.  As an inclusive employer, we promote flexible working and expecting our employee to attend the office 50% of their working time.

Please note, that due to the high volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted (for further consideration).