Associate Director, Blended Finance

Job Posting Organization:
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is an international financial institution established in 1991 to support the development of market economies and promote private and entrepreneurial initiatives in countries from Central Europe to Central Asia. The EBRD operates in over 30 countries and has a mission to foster the transition to open market-oriented economies and promote private sector development. The organization has a diverse workforce and values inclusiveness, innovation, trust, and responsibility in its operations. It engages with a wide range of stakeholders, including governments, private sector entities, and civil society, to achieve its goals.

Job Overview:
The Associate Director for Blended Finance at EBRD plays a crucial role in shaping the Bank's donor agenda and strategic relations with its growing donor community. This position is pivotal as the Bank expands into new regions and embarks on a new Strategic and Capital Framework period from 2026 to 203

• The Associate Director will be responsible for establishing effective strategies, policies, and guidelines for the Bank's donor agenda, leading the Blended Finance Team, and analyzing global development and blended finance trends. The role requires a deep understanding of the Bank's donor support needs and donor priorities, as well as how blended finance can address market failures and enhance the impact of the Bank's investments. The Associate Director will also produce analysis and financial data to capture the Bank's use and impact of donor resources and blended finance structures, ensuring effective communication of this information to both internal and external audiences.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Associate Director will lead the Blended Finance Team and be responsible for a variety of tasks including: developing and implementing donor-related policies, ensuring compliance with the Bank's guidelines for blended finance, producing analysis and data for strategic reports, contributing to country strategies, managing the annual donor fee budget, supervising team analysis on compliance with internal guidelines, and organizing training sessions. The role also involves engaging with multiple departments within EBRD, representing the Bank in international donor fora, and promoting awareness of the Bank's donor agenda. The Associate Director will manage a team of 8-9 staff, ensuring effective collaboration and adherence to the Bank's values and standards.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess extensive work experience in international development cooperation, particularly in donor fund management and blended finance. Strong leadership skills are essential, along with a proven track record of managing teams and guiding staff. A deep understanding of the global development agenda, blended finance structures, and the principles guiding Development Financial Institutions (DFIs) is required. Candidates should also have excellent strategic thinking, analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.

Educational Background:
A post-graduate or Master's degree in international development cooperation, international relations, development finance, or economics is required for this position. Fluency in English is mandatory, and additional language skills may be beneficial.

Experience:
Candidates should have extensive experience working with donors and in international development finance, including experience in blended finance design and resource management. Experience with project finance and financial structuring is advantageous, as is familiarity with the operations of Development Financial Institutions or Multilateral Development Banks.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages would be considered an asset, particularly those relevant to the regions in which EBRD operates.

Additional Notes:
This position is a regular contract with a length that extends until at least 202

• The role is full-time and involves significant interaction with both internal and external stakeholders. The EBRD promotes a hybrid workplace that offers flexibility and prioritizes employee wellbeing, providing a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits. The organization values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.