Associate, Gender & Economic Inclusion

Purpose of Job

The Associate, G&EI, is a member of the Gender and Economic Inclusion Team (G&EI) which consists of three pillars (Access to Skills and Employment, Access to Finance and Entrepreneurship, and Access to Services). (The incumbent performs thematic and pillar-wide duties and contributes to the preparation of core G&EI products and processes under the supervision of their line manager. Under the guidance of the pillar Associate Director, they also advise Banking on the design and structuring of the transition impact or gender additionality of stand-alone Projects and Frameworks. In coordination with the Associate Director and other members of the  team, the job holder also provides input into gender and inclusion policy dialogue activities, a key focus of VP3, and may lead TC projects supporting project or policy interventions. The Associate, G&EI, also contributes to relevant gender and inclusion analyses, which can include (amongst others) Country Diagnostics, Country and Sectoral Strategies, the yearly Assessment of Transition Qualities (ATQs), and other knowledge products. Given the regular demands from senior management, the Associate, G&EI, is expected to show strong initiative and take the lead on engagement with banking OLs, clients, and external stakeholders, where appropriate. 

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

•    Works on investment projects and related technical assistance and policy engagement to promote financial inclusion and an inclusive financial system across donor funded programmes, namely across Financial Institutions Group and Equity Funds
•    In line with the Bank’s Transition mandate, the Associate, G&EI, supports the design of Inclusive TI and the implementation of related projects (frameworks, initiatives and stand-alone) elements and interventions with financial institutions and equity funds, through engagement with Banking project teams under the guidance and supervision of the more senior team members and in consultation with other parts of VP3 such as the Impact and Climate Strategy Delivery teams’ colleagues;
•    Assists in delivery of policy reform progress in the financial sector of the Bank’s countries of operation and contributes to the Country Diagnostics Studies and the Assessment of Transition Qualities;
•    Contributes in their area of sector expertise to country and sector strategies discussed by the EBRD’s Board of Directors and relevant sub-committees to deliver results in the form of evidence-based improvements;
•    Manages the gender additionality (gender Smart tag process) and works with the banking sectors and the EBRD countries of operations in systematic identification and implementation of the gender additionality pathways;  
•    Provides input into sector reform policy dialogue activities, including TCs, advisory services and reform advocacy;
•    Performs ad hoc assignments, including background research on specific clients, sectors, or countries’ regulatory and other policy developments and hot topics; drafting of sector policy notes, briefings and presentations for senior management;
•    Promotes and disseminates G&EI activities through organisation of the awareness events and co-creation of the communications material in close collaboration with the Communications; 
•    Creates and co-creates the knowledge tools and guidance notes for internal and external consumption including through tailor-made surveys and established EBRD’s publications and channels to promote the promotion of equality of opportunity strategic priority of the Bank across its policy engagements, investments and advisory services. 
•    Contributes to joint work across departments and across Pillars as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

•    A postgraduate degree in economics, international development or related field  
•    Demonstrated policy or development / inclusion / gender expertise and prior work experience in policy oriented or development area, gained for example through full-time employment in a financial or governmental institution, consultancy/company, think tank or academia;
•    Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including knowledge of Excel. Facility with other database/analytic software and online sources of statistical data (IMF, World Bank, Findex) would be an advantage;
•    Excellent written and oral communication skills in English;
•    Good interpersonal skills;
•    Familiarity with the EBRD region of operations and work or study experience in the region is helpful;
•    Experience working with financial institutions and/or fund managers is an advantage
•    Knowledge of one or more languages of the region is an advantage.

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).