Requisition ID 33514 Office Country United Kingdom Office City London Division Communications Department Contract Type Regular Contract Length Posting End Date 31/05/2023
Here’s your chance to help lead external communications for the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) in London and across three continents.
It’s an exciting opportunity for an experienced communications professional to join a multilateral development bank, which is at the centre of the international community’s support for Ukraine, a recognised climate finance leader and an innovator in many other fields as well.
Purpose of Job
The Communications Department is responsible for leading all aspects of corporate communications, advancing the Bank’s vision and goals through various channels amongst external and internal audiences. The department should also protect the reputation and integrity of the organisation, as well as safeguard the EBRD brand.
The Associate Director, External Communications, is a senior position, with a very high-profile role managing relationships with international and national media representatives, and interacting extensively with members of ExCom and Managing Directors. They also oversee the Bank’s digital channels – ebrd.com and our social media platforms. As such, they are required to make sensitive decisions often under extreme pressure, knowing that how the Bank will be perceived externally will depend on their response. As a speech-writer for the President, they are also required to maintain close contact with the President’s Office, and interact frequently with the President (including advising her on social media strategy).
There is also a significant change-management dimension to the role. They will have responsibility for shaping a cross-departmental team; while supervising budgets and expenditure. They play a significant role in developing and implementing the strategy for the Communications Department.
This is a role for a highly-credible and trusted leader, with extensive managerial experience at high levels in communications and/or journalism. They need to be able to build and maintain networks both internally and externally. Senior Bank colleagues will expect them to be a trusted advisor, able to understand how events can play out and capable of handling crises when they happen.
We use a wide range of channels to reach target audiences, and the post holder must be familiar with working across traditional print and broadcast media and digital platforms, including social media. This should also include a sophisticated understanding of how to set objectives and assess the impact of our work. They will be expected to work closely with an expanded planning team, ensuring there are clear goals and expected outcomes from the projects they are involved in.
Accountabilities and Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Qualifications
Experience
Technical skills
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.
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