Assistant Analyst, Communications

Purpose of the job 

The Assistant Analyst, Digital Projects will provide support to an EBRD project that is delivering a new corporate website, staff intranet and associated technology platforms.  

This is a hybrid working role, with the Assistant Analyst expected to spend a minimum of 2.5 days a week in our London office with the option to work remotely at other times.  The candidate must be available (London-based and with clearance to work) to start a contract that begins on 3/2/2025.

A four-month contract is offered.

The Assistant Analyst will support the project with a broad set of general duties including: 

·                Coordinating content migration and the launch of website and intranet

·                Using and helping to develop the multiple software systems behind these platforms 

·                Preparing text, image, video and audio content for publication

·                Liaising with stakeholders across the business to coordinate content requirements and manage their involvement in the project 

·                Acting as expert in the new systems, helping to train others and coordinate training sessions and change management activities  

·                Performing tests / quality checks across systems and content

·                Acting as ambassador for the project, helping to inform others and raise awareness as needed 

·                Managing the capture and analysis of, and carrying out action points based on, web analytics derived from the platforms

·                Carrying out core web management tasks such as use of webmaster tools, application of SEO best practice, enforcement of content governance and others

·                All adhoc tasks as needed by the project

Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications

·                Extensive experience of using Adobe DXP suite - Adobe Experience Manager, Marketo, Target, Analytics

·                Awareness and understanding of the EBRD's mission / mandate and key operational processes and structure

·                Excellent attention to detail in all areas of work 

·                High level of technological competence; this is not a developer / technical role but calls for a candidate with strong aptitude for using and learning digital platforms and enthusiasm for the potential of technology to support corporate business communications

·                Experience of working in a fast-paced environment and collaborating with a broad range of colleagues and external parties 

·                Experience of working in a communications or PR agency or department

·                Experience of working in an environment where regulatory / compliance considerations impacted the work undertaken

·                Experience of a project where an Agile project management approach was taken

·                Experience of large-scale software content migration tasks

·                Proficiency in Photoshop or similar image-editing tools 

·                Enthusiasm for using websites and digital channels to communicate ideas and showcase business impact 

·                A highly collaborative approach and willingness to work within a close-knit team, whilst also being able to work independently where needed 

·                Excellent communications skills and written English 

·                Ability to operate consistently within business guidelines and ethics and work sensitively in multicultural environments, building effective working relations with colleagues and external contacts 

·                Resilience and calmness when working under pressure, managing multiple tasks and responding to changing priorities in a sometimes-unpredictable project environment 

·                Analytical mindset and capacity to problem-solve and contribute ideas and suggestions to improve processes 

·                Flexibility to work additional on-site days as needed and adapt to working hours that facilitate collaboration with colleagues in different time zones

·                Valuable but non-essential additional extra skills and experiences would include 

o        Fluency in additional languages, particularly any from the EBRD's region of operations 

o        Experience of working with offshore web development teams  

o        Use of data visualisation platforms

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).