Purpose of Job

Under the authority of the Head of Bilateral and SSF team in Donor Partnerships, the Analyst provides analytical services and supports the management of the Shareholder Special Fund (SSF). The Analyst is notably tasked with supporting operationalising the SSF, including analysing the use of SSF funds across the Bank’s regions of operation. The post holder will also support drafting SSF strategic papers, reporting and general fund management.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Reporting to the Principle, SSF Fund Manager, the Analyst will be expected to:
Fund management responsibilities:
• Support the SSF Fund Manager with the coordination and management of the SSF. Prepare background material, analysis and statistics, decision-making material, presentations and assist with Board material where required;
• Process and monitor requests for funding and approvals for delegated authority and for the Board;
• Review projects in the system, ensure processes have been followed and earmarks raised by Funds Operations Team. In conjunction with the Fund Manager revise budgets, monitor financial expenditures and support project/fund closures;
• Provide information and statistical analysis for meeting documents and presentations as applicable;
• Support submission of documents to the Board.
• Monitor projects funded/proposed for SSF and its sub-accounts to ensure accurate budgeting/reporting;
• Ensure high standards of communication are maintained between the Board and EBRD Banking, advisory and administrative teams;
• Perform any other relevant tasks as directed by their line manager.

Data analysis and dissemination:
• Liaison with data providers from other departments/units within the EBRD to ensure full coverage of donor and grant-related data and its accuracy;
• Have a lead role in the analysis of data and production of analytical information for SSF needs analysis, including the SSF annual report and the annual needs assessment;
• Participate as a team member in processes where the team is engaged that relies on analysis;
• Respond to information queries from within the Bank and the Board on SSF-related data and other matters.

Reporting:
• Initiate timely requests for SSF annual Reporting. Commission input from other teams to cover reports. Lead on all data aspects of the annual report and provide financial information for cover reports. Collate first drafts of annual reports. Ensure that annual reports are well-formatted and shared with the Board and teams in a timely manner.
• Contribute to the preparation of both ad hoc and annual DP products on grant use.

Donor Partnership support on market instruments:
• Provide support to DP managers in launching placements for donor funds on account into market instruments and sharing the SSF pilot experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Qualifications:
• Post-graduate (Masters) qualification in Economics, Statistics, International Development or other relevant degree

Experience:
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience with exposure to development and development finance a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of EBRD regions of operations is an advantage.

Communication:
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills as the candidate will work across teams and at different levels of the Bank
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal.

Knowledge & Expertise:
• Excellent quantitative/numerical skills with the ability to interpret technical/financial information.
• Ability to write comprehensive text relating to donor funds for internal and external audiences
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment and in teams
• Attention to detail and ability to work with tight deadlines in a fast-moving environment.
• Ability to prioritise appropriately and work with varying levels of guidance.
• Excellent Excel and data analysis skills, including for reporting.
• Excellent knowledge of PowerPoint and other presentation software.
• Awareness of SAP based financial processes is a strong advantage.

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).