Back Analyst, Sustainable Infrastructure, Climate Strategy and Delivery

Requisition ID 33718 Office Country United Kingdom Office City London Division Policy and Partnerships Contract Type Fixed Term Contract Length 2 years Posting End Date 04/08/2023

Purpose of Job

The Analyst, SBI (x2) supports the implementation of the strategy of the EBRD in the area of sustainable business and infrastructure. The Analysts will take active part in the execution of all related deliverables and support the development of green elements of investments that deliver the EBRD’s Green Economy Transition agenda and comply with the goals of Paris Agreement.

She/he takes active part in the execution of independent research and contributes to the ongoing initiatives of the team in relation to project finance, technical assistance, policy dialogue and capacity building activities.

Two (2) analyst positions are anticipated focused on Sustainable Infrastructure. One position will have a particular emphasis on supporting the implementation of the Green Cities programme, and the other will support the team more broadly working on both national and urban/municipal infrastructure projects and related policy work.

The Analyst (A1) focused on Green Cities will support the development and delivery of Green City Action Plans (GCAPs) and related investments as well as policy assignments under the Green Cities Framework. The Analyst will support the Bank’s wider Green Cities Team to ensure compliance of investment projects with the Framework’s impact requirements and assist with delivering quality GCAPs. The Analyst will be one of the Bank’s representatives with clients, government authorities and other stakeholders on Green Cities.

The Analyst (A2) that will support the broader work within Sustainable Business and Infrastructure team, will focus on national infrastructure and transport projects.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

The analyst may operate across multiple areas, depending on business needs. One analyst will have a particular emphasis on the Green Cities programme. The other analyst will support wider sustainable infrastructure team activities. A candidate with some exposure to major infrastructure projects would be preferred.

Green Cities

• Support the development and application of methodologies and approaches to assess climate adaptation investments, climate risk assessment and to deliver the necessary capacity building;
• Provide technical and analytical inputs to support the project cycle in the Bank and support project teams in Sustainable Infrastructure Group with the review and assessment of EBRD projects:
  • to assess projects under EBRD’s Green Economy Transition approach;
  • to determine alignment with the goals of the Paris Agreement;
  • Work alongside colleagues in Sustainable Infrastructure Group (SIG) on the further development and implementation of EBRD Green Cities programme;
    • Review and support the development of GCAPs in accordance with the GCAP methodology under the guidance of CSD Green Cities lead and including liaising with relevant bankers and sector specialists;
    • Liaise with relevant city representatives to support the implementation of GCAP recommendations including policy and investments;
    • Maintain and improve the relevant infrastructure project and GCAP databases;
    • Support the implementation, monitoring and review of GCAPs;
    • Conduct analysis on trends in urban sustainability investment and planning;
    • Represent the Bank at relevant working-level meetings on Green Cities at the project, city, sector, country and international levels as required;
    • Keep abreast of developments in the specific sustainable infrastructure related areas, including with other IFIs, and provide comprehensive in-depth analysis, research and advice on these areas to the CSD and other Banking teams.

      Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

      • Relevant degree in climate science, engineering, economics, energy, environmental science or related discipline;
      • At least 3 years of experience in supporting climate/green projects preferably with exposure on sustainable infrastructure;
      • Good understanding of climate change science and the approaches, methodologies, and the implications of climate change in terms of economic and social impacts;
      • Ability to consolidate complex analytical information into briefing materials for non-technical audience and decision makers;
      • Understanding of policy analysis and policy formulation in the areas of climate change, climate resilience, energy and infrastructure development;
      • Understanding of business and finance principles;
      • Experience in emerging markets and developing countries would be advantageous.

        Competences

        • Excellent written/oral communication skills in English. Knowledge of another language of the Bank’s countries of operations (e.g. Arabic, French, Russian, Serbian, or Turkish) would be an advantage;
        • Ability to operate consistently within business guidelines and ethics and work sensitively in multicultural environments, building effective working relations with clients and colleagues, managing multiple tasks to meet varying deadlines;
        • Influencing, negotiation and relationship building skills, with both internal and external partners;
        • Result-oriented, self-motivated, ability to work to and meet tight deadlines and to plan and organise work unsupervised in a logical and efficient manner;
        • Familiarity with role and requirements of EBRD and/or other international financing institutions and/or development agencies;
        • Relationship management skills: experience in engaging with diverse stakeholders for project preparation or implementation tasks, consulting and advisory and/or policy development;
        • Experience and familiarity in working within multicultural projects and teams;
        • Computer literacy (advanced Excel/Powerpoint, MS Word).

          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.