Analyst, Climate Strategy and Delivery

Purpose of Job

The objective of this operational focused role is to support the team in the Climate Strategy and Delivery department responsible for:
(1) development of green finance related methodologies; 
(2) Coordinating green assessments as part of EBRD project cycle to ensure they are in line with Banks strategies and policies; and 
(3) Tracking and reporting green operations data, including those related to impact, up to signing.

The position holder will support methodological development related to green finance, CSDs quality assurance and data management processes, and Bank teams to structure investments in line with the Banks green related approaches.  

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Support green finance related methodological development, including:
  • Preparing methodological revisions and managing internal and external consultation processes.
  • Reviewing leading external green finance related approaches in order to inform the Banks work.
  • Contribute to working groups and expert bodies focused on green finance.
• Support quality application of the Banks green finance approaches by:
  • Reviewing project documentation to ensure consistency with the Banks Green assessment approaches, with a particular focus on data completeness, transparency and correctness
  • Providing technicial support to Bank teams in applying methodologies in order they are applied correctly, including around impact assessment and green finance taxonomies. 
  • Maintain a database of lessons learned in application to inform improvied operational practice
  • Inputting to the Banks capacity building efforts with clients. 
• Support operational process and data management activites related to green finance:
  • Reviewing green related operational processes and developing solutions for improvement and optimisation. 
  • Support green related digitlisation efforts, including the use of external tools and databases around impact measurment, climate resillience and nature. 
• Taking leadership and mentoring junior colleagues to support their development, growth and further understanding of the Banks core duties
• Other ad hoc duties as required. 

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications
 

• Relevant degree in a technical discipline (e.g. engineering, economics, finance); a combination of technical and commercial skills is advantageous.
• Relevant, technical and commercial work experience gained from: i) an engineering and/or consultancy organisation; or ii) a company operating in the real economy (for example, energy, chemical or manufacturing sectors); or iii) a bank, equity fund, advisory services, corporate finance firm – including other Development Finance Institutions;.
• Knowledge and experience with green finance initiatives applied in the infrastructure, corporate and financial institution sectors. 
• Technical understanding of green finance related approaches, including impact measurement. 
• Excellent skills in data analysis and attention to detail.
• Proven track record in managing consultants and related assignments, including the implementation of IT-based solutions.
• Sound understanding of business and finance principles
• Good understanding of policy analysis and policy formulation in the areas of climate change, nature, resource efficiency, energy efficiency and technology transfer.
• Experience in emerging markets, including EBRD countries of operations.
• Computer literacy and excellent written/oral communication skills in English are essential; other languages from the EBRD region are advantageous
• Ability to operate consistently within business guidelines and ethics and work sensitively in multicultural environments, building effective working relations with clients and colleagues.
• Self-motivated, ability to work to and meet tight deadlines and to plan and organise work unsupervised in a logical and efficient manner.
• Ability to communicate appropriate, concise and accurate information in verbal and written formats, appropriate to the audience at the time.

What is it like to work at the EBRD? / About 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.  

At EBRD, our Values – Inclusiveness, Innovation, Trust, and Responsibility – are at the heart of how we work. We bring these to life through our Workplace Behaviours: listening well and speaking up, collaborating smartly, acting decisively with full commitment, and simplifying to amplify our impact. These principles shape our culture and define our success. We seek individuals who not only share these values but are also committed to embedding them in their daily work, fostering a positive and high-performing environment. 

The EBRD environment provides you with: 

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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. 

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A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity. Our workforce reflects a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, bringing fresh ideas, energy, and innovation and enhancing our ability to serve our clients, shareholders, and counterparties effectively. 

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A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals; that is based on trust, flexibility and connectedness. 

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An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do. 

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A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits. 

Diversity is one of the Bank’s core values which are at the heart of everything it does.  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, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic background or disability.   

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).