Analyst, Climate Strategy and Delivery

Purpose of Job

The Analyst, Climate Strategy and Delivery, supports the implementation of the strategy of the EBRD in the area of climate change resilience/adaptation. They take active part in the execution of all related deliverables and support the Lead, Climate Adaptation and Nature Finance (CANF) in coordinating Climate Strategy and Delivery (CSD) delivery in this important area of work in relation to business delivery, as well as policy dialogue, capacity building activities, and methodological development.

The CANF Unit, in which this role is located, supports these thematic objectives in collaboration with CSD sector leads across all the Bank’s operations. As EBRD is a private sector-focussed institution, the Analyst, Climate Strategy and Delivery will particularly support the Bank in achieving a more climate-resilient economy through improving the climate resilience of businesses and the critical infrastructure on which they rely. 

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

•    Provide technical and analytical inputs to support the implementation of the strategy of the EBRD in the area of climate resilience/adaptation.
•    In the area of climate change resilience and adaptation, support sector teams in CSD and project teams in Banking with the review and assessment of EBRD projects across all economic sectors:
      o    to assess projects for exposure to physical climate risks that may need to be addressed during the project cycle;
      o    to identify and attribute adaptation/resilience finance;
      o    to determine alignment with the goals of the Paris Agreement;
      o    to quantify the expected outcomes of climate adaptation activities within EBRD projects.
•    Support the development and application of methodologies and approaches to assess climate adaptation investments, climate risk assessment and to deliver the necessary capacity building.
•    Support the design and execution of policy dialogue engagements to promote adaptation and resilience reforms at a client and country level.
•    Programme and gain approval for a number of policy dialogue projects per year, including securing funding, and managing consultants, with support from senior members of the team
•    Simultaneously manage longer-term workstreams on process improvements, methodological advancements, and strategy, policy and business development
•    As needed, occasionally with short notice, support the team and wider Bank colleagues in preparation for meetings and events on climate change adaptation-related activities at the country, sector, and project level, including representation within donor fund meetings

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

•    Master’s degree (preferably) in climate science, engineering, economics, finance, risk management, and/or relevant experience applicable to climate resilience and adaptation.
•    Essential – demonstrated experience in assessing exposure and vulnerability of potential investments to a variety of climate-related hazards, using publicly available model results and tools, and appropriate climate scenarios and assumptions.
•    Essential – demonstrated experience in quantifying the expected impacts of climate-related hazards on a variety of businesses and infrastructure systems.
•    Good understanding of climate change science and the approaches, methodologies, tools to assess physical climate risks and the implications of climate change in terms of economic and social impacts.
•    Excellent computer literacy, with understanding of modelling, data management and processing.
•    Familiarity with geospatial data and GIS programmes (e.g. ArcGIS).
•    Understanding of policy analysis and policy formulation in the areas of climate change, climate resilience, infrastructure development.
•    Understanding of business and finance principles.
•    Experience in emerging markets and developing countries would be advantageous.
•    Excellent written/oral communication skills in English and preferably in another language of the Bank (French, Russian or Arabic).
•    Ability to operate consistently within business guidelines and ethics and work sensitively in multicultural environments, building effective working relations with clients and colleagues.
•    Influencing, negotiation and relationship building skills, with both internal and external partners.
•    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.
•    Familiarity with role and requirements of EBRD and/or other international financing institutions and/or development agencies.

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: 

• 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. 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.
• A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals; that is based on trust, flexibility and connectedness. 
• An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do. 
• 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).