Requisition ID 33714 Office Country Kazakhstan Office City Astana Division Banking Countries of Operations Contract Type Short Term Contract Length 12 months Posting End Date 25/07/2023
Purpose of Job
The role is dedicated to achieving green targets set by the Bank. Under its Strategic and Capital Framework (SCF) 2021 – 2025, the Bank has adopted its new Green Economy Transition (GET) approach, setting an ambitious target for the Bank to achieve a green finance ratio of over 50% of the Bank’s annual investments by 2025. Since January 2023, the Bank is fully aligning its activities with the goals of the Paris Agreement.
The Analyst will work on investment projects and policy dialogue on Climate agenda.
On investment projects:
The Analyst contributes to all phases of the project cycle, including project origination, structuring, execution, implementation and monitoring.
The Analyst will take responsibility for the tasks assigned to him/her by the operation leader or more senior members of the project team, or more senior bankers, which may include undertaking comprehensive due diligence, including financial, market, integrity and EBRD policy compliance, conducting financial analysis and financial modelling on advanced level, as well as effective post-signing implementation and monitoring.
On policy dialogue:
The Analyst will be responsible for maintaining policy dialogue with relevant government bodies and stakeholders to promote Climate agenda in line with Bank’s targets. This will entail identification and monitoring of current legislation on Climate related topics, analysis and recommendations on the low-carbon development, greenhouse gases reduction, green financial instruments, etc. Through engaging and fostering partnership with other international donors active in Climate agenda, coordinate efforts so that they are not duplicated and/or undermined.
The Analyst carries out these tasks as part of a project team under the guidance of the operation leader or under the supervision/guidance of more senior bankers.
Accountabilities & Responsibilities:
Under the guidance of the operation leader or a more senior banker:
• Structuring and Execution
• Work as a project team member on transactions, contributing to all aspects of project structuring and execution, including comprehensive research and analysis of background materials, market information and financial performance data; analyse and evaluate potential risks related to the proposed project, including analysis of financial statements, preparing and updating financial models and financial projections;
• Assist with the designing and processing of technical co-operation assistance, including preparation of terms of reference and internal approval documentation, to support the related investment project or the related policy dialogue initiative;
• As may be requested, assist with communication with other internal units of the Bank, clients and other stakeholders, at the operational level, such as preparing draft correspondence, presentations, and following up on internal emails;
• Ensure that all tasks assigned to the Analyst are completed within the specified time frames to a high quality and in line with the policies, procedures and objectives of the Bank.
• Portfolio Monitoring, Value Creation and Reporting
• As requested by the operation leader or a Portfolio Manager, undertake assigned tasks relating to the implementation and monitoring of projects to which the Analyst is assigned as part of the project team, including compliance with project agreements and Bank procedures related to disbursement, monitoring of progress of the project and financial performance of the client, assessing evolving risk factors and monitoring and assessing covenant compliance;
• As requested by the operation leader or more senior member of the project team, prepare timely and comprehensive draft monitoring reports and include recommendations for corrective actions where required and ensure these corrective actions and recommendations are brought to the attention of more senior team members;
• As may be requested by, and under the supervision of, a Technical Cooperation (TC) operation leader, assist with the effective implementation and monitoring of TC assignments including communication with TC client, monitoring of TC fund usage, preparation and filing of relevant TC progress and completion reports to support the TC operation leader to meet donor reporting requirements and operational objectives.
The responsibilities of the Analyst are designed to allow the Analyst to progressively undertake more complex tasks and build the scope of responsibilities based on acquired experience and expertise.
Qualifications & Skills / Experience & Knowledge:
Qualifications and Skills:
• Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree preferred or equivalent experience in the areas of expertise.
• Professional qualification such as ACA, CFA, ACCA, or CIMA desirable.
• Quantitative/numerical skills are critical with the ability to interpret financial information and to design and use financial models.
• Credit analysis skills, with the ability to interpret accounts, ability to build and analyse cash flow statements, understanding local and international accounting principles and practice of credit analysis.
• Advanced financial modelling skills and ability to build and review financial models are core qualification requirements for this position
• Computer literacy, conversant with Microsoft Office and spread sheet packages including financial analysis and modelling modules.
• Good understanding of relevant systems and processes. Understanding of the global Climate agenda and national Climate commitments.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member and to deadlines and under time pressure.
• Good written and oral communication skills in English.
• Good command over the local/country language is an advantage.
Experience & Knowledge:
• Degree in economics, finance, international development, environmental and social sciences or related discipline.
• Relevant financial industry experience from an investment or commercial bank, private equity firm, asset management firm, or auditing/financial consulting firm operating to international standards.
• Exposure to industry/country experience.
• Work experience on developmental and Climate agenda is a plus.
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:
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.