Associate

Job Posting Organization:
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is a pioneering international financial institution that was established in 199

• The EBRD's mission is to foster the transition towards open market-oriented economies and to promote private and entrepreneurial initiative in countries from Central Europe to Central Asia and the Southern and Eastern Mediterranean region. The organization operates in over 30 countries and employs thousands of professionals dedicated to supporting the development of sustainable economies. The EBRD is committed to investing in projects that enhance the quality of life and promote sustainable development, with a focus on inclusiveness, innovation, trust, and responsibility.

Job Overview:
The Associate position within the EBRD's Policy and Partnerships division is designed for individuals who will work closely with the Regional Policy and Strategy (RPS) team, specifically focusing on the Southern and Eastern Mediterranean Region (SEMED). The primary purpose of this role is to support the Bank's transition mandate by engaging in various priority policy and thematic areas relevant to the region. The Associate will be expected to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability, contributing to a coherent and holistic policy agenda across all areas of the Bank's focus. This role involves a combination of analytical work, project management, and policy dialogue, with a particular emphasis on the green economy transition, climate change, sustainability, and economic governance. The Associate will play a crucial role in monitoring macroeconomic performance, assessing structural reforms, and supporting the development of country strategies and diagnostics.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Associate will have a diverse range of accountabilities and responsibilities, including but not limited to: supporting the monitoring and assessment of growth and reform progress in the SEMED region; assisting in the development and implementation of policy dialogue workstreams in areas such as green transition, climate change, sustainability, economic governance, competitiveness, human capital, digitalisation, and capital markets development; participating as a team member in transactions or projects, taking responsibility for tasks related to investments, policy initiatives, or analytical assignments; supporting the delivery of specific investments and preparing comprehensive analytical assessments in line with the EBRD's green strategy; monitoring and analyzing macroeconomic performance and risks; assessing structural reform progress in the region to inform key Bank products; preparing country diagnostics and strategies; conducting background research on macroeconomic and sectoral developments; drafting briefings, presentations, and analytical pieces; and supporting the preparation of regular growth forecasts and long-term macroeconomic scenarios for financial modeling.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Associate position must demonstrate a strong motivation and commitment to the EBRD's transition agenda. They should possess relevant education at least to degree level in fields such as economics, development policy, industrial business, engineering, environmental sciences, or energy economics, or have comparable professional experience. Additionally, candidates should have experience contributing to project management and working within multi-disciplinary teams, familiarity with emerging markets and transition economies, and knowledge of climate-change and sustainability-related policies. Strong communication skills are essential, with the ability to convey complex policy and technical issues to diverse stakeholders both verbally and in writing. Candidates should also be proficient in advanced computer applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a degree in economics, development policy, industrial business, engineering, environmental sciences, environmental or energy economics, commerce, or a related field. Candidates with comparable professional experience in relevant areas may also be considered. A solid understanding of economic theory, policy, and practice is essential for success in this role.

Experience:
The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of contributing to project management and working effectively within multi-disciplinary teams. Familiarity with emerging markets and transition economies is crucial, as is experience in finance and investment decision-making. Candidates should also have a background in climate-change and sustainability-related policies, which will be beneficial for the responsibilities associated with this position.

Languages:
Excellent written and spoken English is mandatory for this role. Familiarity with a language of the region, such as Arabic or French, would be highly advantageous and is considered a valuable asset for effective communication within the context of the EBRD's operations in the SEMED region.

Additional Notes:
This position is a regular contract role with a contract length that is not specified. The EBRD promotes a hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals, emphasizing trust and connectedness. The organization values diversity and encourages all qualified candidates from EBRD member countries to apply, regardless of their background. The EBRD also prioritizes employee wellbeing and offers a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits.