Back Analyst, Donor Partnerships

Requisition ID 34779 Office Country United Kingdom Office City London Division Policy and Partnerships Contract Type Fixed Term Contract Length 2 years Posting End Date 05/07/2024

Purpose of Job

Reporting to the Associate Director, Head of the Strategy, Policy, Analysis & Communications pillar within Donor Partnerships, the Analyst works closely with the Associate Manager, Analysis to provide analytical services to the Donor Partnerships team in support of the effective management of donor funds. The position is responsible for analysing the use of donor funds in the EBRD, including requirements for new and potential funding opportunities, thereby supporting business operations across the Bank and shaping strategies. The Analyst also works closely with a range of colleagues within the team, more broadly within the Bank and with counterparts in other development finance institutions and international organisations.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Data management and analysis

• Lead data collection and reconciliation processes, across different teams and departments. Manage and maintain the data in an efficient manner.
• Respond to ad-hoc internal/external data analysis requests.
• Reporting and analysis work with the Blended Finance Hub – working jointly with the Impact Team.

  Knowledge products and dissemination

  • Support production of knowledge product such as internal/external reports (Annual Donor Report) and papers (Funding Outlook).
  • Dissemination of data analysis and visualisations through presentations, briefing notes, and other external donor visibility materials.

    Strategy and policy

    📚 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗮 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯! 🌍🤝 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗨𝗡𝗛𝗖𝗥, 𝗪𝗙𝗣, 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗙, 𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗦𝗦, 𝗨𝗡𝗙𝗣𝗔, 𝗜𝗢𝗠 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀! 🌐

    ⚠️ 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐰: 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐚 𝐣𝐨𝐛 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐖!

    • Support data analysis to generate data-driven findings and insights.
    • Interpretation of these findings and insights to inform donor funds strategies and operational polices, to improve donor funds operations.

      Engagement with External stakeholders

      • Work closely with the teams participating in the Blended Finance Hub on various tasks related to information and analysis on EBRD’s use of blended finance, e.g. the joint annual DFI Report on Blended Concessional Finance; submissions to Convergence; joint product development with Debt Mobilization team, etc.

        Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

        • Master's Degree in International Development, Statistics, Economics, or another relevant field.
        • This post is well-suited to a professional with relevant work experience, particularly with first-hand exposure to international development and international development finance. Previous work in or knowledge of an international financial institution, multilateral development bank and/or UN organization is an advantage.
        • A strong understanding of bilateral and multilateral donors, as well as exposure to the work of multilateral organizations and development finance institutions, or a bilateral government, would be advantageous.
        • A strong ability to work with donor and Bank data, connecting information from various sources efficiently and accurately. Capability to use and develop metrics; and to propose and implement improvements in data compilation and database management. Ability to interpret technical/financial information and design and use financial models. Proficiency in data analytics-related software (e.g., Tableau, SQL, R) is desirable. Experience in relational database management is also desired.
        • Strong team worker with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with internal and external stakeholders at different levels. Ability to write clear and comprehensive text for internal and external audiences. Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
        • Ability to work flexibly and independently, being a self-starter who can take the initiative. Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and in teams, navigating complexity and ambiguity.
        • Strong attention to detail and the ability to work with tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
        • Excellent knowledge of MS Office, especially PowerPoint, Excel, and 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.

            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).