Principal, Project Integrity

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

• Its mission is to foster the transition towards open market-oriented economies and promote private and entrepreneurial initiative in countries from Central Europe to Central Asia. The EBRD operates in over 30 countries, employing around 2,000 staff members from diverse backgrounds. The organization is committed to sustainability, equality, and digital transformation, and values diversity as one of its core principles.

Job Overview:
The Principal, Project Integrity plays a crucial role within the Project Integrity team of the Office of the Chief Compliance Officer (OCCO). This position is responsible for assessing integrity risks associated with various projects and ensuring that high standards of integrity are maintained throughout the Bank's operations. The Principal will provide specialized advice on transaction-related integrity and reputational issues, collaborating closely with Banking teams and Credit. The role requires the analysis, verification, interpretation, and assessment of integrity concerns, followed by the proposal of appropriate actions. The Principal will manage a portfolio of approximately 50 live projects, working on around 25 transactions simultaneously each month, necessitating a comprehensive understanding of various issues related to each project.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Principal's duties include assessing integrity and reputational risks in projects, working in collaboration with Banking, Credit, and Legal teams. The role involves providing well-founded recommendations on integrity and reputational risks, advising on integrity-related policies, and contributing to internal audits and board presentations. Additionally, the Principal will develop and deliver training aimed at promoting awareness and compliance with the Bank's integrity standards. They will lead initiatives related to anti-corruption and AML/CFT capacity building, ensuring they remain updated on international compliance and financial crime standards. The Principal will also represent the EBRD in discussions with donors, auditors, and government bodies, providing expertise on regions such as Sub-Saharan Africa, North Africa, Central Asia, and Eastern Europe.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a degree in law, finance, or a related field. Extensive experience in legal, banking, compliance, auditing, or integrity due diligence and risk assessment is essential. A strong understanding of the subject matter across various departments, particularly Credit, is required, along with proven decision-making capabilities based on sound judgment. Experience working in EBRD regions, especially Sub-Saharan Africa, is advantageous. Exceptional analytical skills and the ability to assess integrity and reputational risks are crucial, as well as a solid understanding of international compliance standards regarding anti-corruption and anti-money laundering.

Educational Background:
A degree in law, finance, or a related field is mandatory for this position. Candidates with advanced degrees or additional certifications in compliance, risk management, or related disciplines may have an advantage in the selection process.

Experience:
The position requires extensive experience in relevant fields such as legal, banking, compliance, auditing, or integrity due diligence. Candidates should have a proven track record of assessing risks and making informed decisions based on their judgment. Experience in the EBRD regions, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa, is considered a significant asset.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this role. Proficiency in additional languages such as French, Arabic, or Russian is highly advantageous and will be considered a strong asset during the selection process.

Additional Notes:
The position is a regular contract with a specified length, and the application deadline is set for November 3, 202

• The EBRD promotes a flexible working environment, expecting employees to attend the office 50% of their working time. The organization encourages applications from qualified candidates who are nationals of EBRD member countries, regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious, or cultural backgrounds, gender, sexual orientation, or disabilities. Due to the high volume of applications, the EBRD may not provide detailed feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted.