Associate Director, Head of Ukraine Hub

Kindly note that this position is offered on a fixed-term contract for a period of 2 years.

Purpose of Job

The Associate Director, CSG Ukraine Hub is responsible for coordinating support, or taking the lead, on a range of management, strategic and operational topics with a focus on the activities of donor supported projects in Ukraine in close cooperation with Donor Partnerships (DP), as well as issues related to cooperation between Banking/DP and other divisions within the Bank involved in such projects, in particular the operations & services department (OSM/Banking Services) and the Ukraine Donor Platform secretariat hosted by the European Commission. The key objective of the role is to work with the MD Impact & Partnerships and the MD Ukraine and Moldova to facilitate and participate in the effective and efficient management of the donor supported Ukraine transactions, and centralise information on the day-to-day management of the pipeline and on-going operations in Ukraine for donors, as well as to co-ordinate with other departments/units in the Bank (including senior management and the Board) and external stakeholders involved on the war response (EC, WB/IFC, IMF, EIB).

He/she will report to the MD Impact & Partnerships with a matrix reporting to the MD Ukraine and Moldova. It is expected that the AD will have a high commitment to the Bank’s mandate and institutional goals combined with the ability to foster an environment conducive to technical excellence, lead/contribute to strategic thinking for the Bank in its work in Ukraine, and provide leadership with a consistent approach towards clients and donors/shareholders.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Support the Bank’s work in Ukraine for donor supported transactions in particular:
•    Coordination on regular updates to the Board, donors, external parties (such as rating agencies);
•    Coordination of bank investments and donor flows: pipeline information, guarantee and donor information – all centralised to ensure consistency of information – one point of information for all donors and shareholders related to Ukraine;
•    Interact with shareholders, donors and other relevant counterparties (IFIs, EC) as needed and in close coordination with DP and other relevant teams; 
•    Interact with relevant internal stakeholders and units to ensure consistency on communication of relevant information to the general public; 
•    Draft briefings, reports and other documents concerning all areas related to donor supported transactions in Ukraine as well as lead on non-transactional donor funded projects; 
•    Assist in reducing bottlenecks and workload specifically originated by the increased Ukrainian activity supported by donor guarantees;
•    Manage the staff associated with the CSG Ukraine Hub.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Essential Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

•    Senior level, relevant investment, finance experience coupled with sound understanding of the Bank’s mandate;
•    Sound understanding and good knowledge of issues related to banking projects (credit assessment, transition impact, additionality, etc.);
•    Relevant higher degree from a leading university;
•    Strong leadership, management, communication and interpersonal skills;
•    Proven business judgement and high ethical and professional standards;
•    Demonstrated ability to manage and complete transactions/projects;
•    Understanding of donor landscape and experience in working on donor funded activities;
•    Excellent time and project management skills;
•    Excellent business report writing skills;
•    Excellent English language skills (both written and oral).

Competencies & Personal Attributes:

•    Strategic vision and thought leadership, ability to look beyond the immediate constraints and see the bigger picture;
•    Ability to prioritise time sensitive issues and manage multiple complex tasks with an emphasis on timely completion; 
•    Ability to persuade and influence a range of stakeholders, to negotiate and to bring others around to your point of view and reach constructive outcomes;
•    Results oriented, self-motivated individual with pro-active approach; 
•    An analytical problem solver, with the ability to identify issues and work towards effective solutions in a methodical manner;
•    A facilitator able to build and maintain effective working relationship within the Banking Department and across the organisation; 
•    High level of personal integrity;  
•    Attention to detail.

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).