Associate – Design & Transformation

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

• Its mission is to promote the transition to open market-oriented economies and to foster private and entrepreneurial initiative in countries from Central Europe to Central Asia. The EBRD operates in over 30 countries, employing thousands of staff members who work collaboratively to support sustainable development and economic growth. The organization is known for its commitment to inclusiveness, innovation, trust, and responsibility, which are core values that guide its operations and interactions with stakeholders.

Job Overview:
The Associate – Design & Transformation (D&T) plays a crucial role within the CTO's Design and Transformation team, focusing on collaborating with business stakeholders to design and implement effective change initiatives. This position emphasizes requirements elicitation and business case formulation, utilizing various Agile techniques. The Associate will engage in diverse settings, including project management and business analysis for enhancements and projects of varying sizes. The successful candidate will initially serve as the dedicated Business Analyst for Phase 2 of the Payment Ecosystem project, a priority initiative that aims to enhance the central Payment Repository and streamline processing for various financial instruments. This role requires close collaboration with product owners, business subject matter experts, and engineering teams to translate business needs into actionable requirements, ensuring that work aligns with the agreed Definition of Ready before development begins. Additionally, the Associate will support process design, testing, and business readiness as the project progresses, ultimately transitioning into broader support for the capability area.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Associate – D&T will be responsible for engaging with business stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle and demand management processes. Key responsibilities include: working on 1-2 projects as either a project manager or business analyst, capturing and prioritizing business requirements using Agile techniques, conducting stakeholder interviews and workshops, ensuring requirements sign-off from key stakeholders, analyzing end-to-end business processes to assess change impacts, evaluating data sets for bottlenecks, promoting Agile principles within the team, maintaining requirements traceability, supporting testing and business readiness, and contributing to team best practices. The Associate will also collaborate with product owners and capability leads to ensure alignment with IT capabilities and stay informed about industry trends to bring innovative ideas to the team.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a relevant degree or equivalent experience in Financial Services, Corporate or Investment Banking, or a related function at a Group level. Certifications such as Prince 2 Agile, Lean/Six Sigma, Business Analysis, or SCRUM are advantageous. Relevant experience in Agile business analysis and formulating business cases or ROI is essential. A sound understanding of the IT project delivery lifecycle and banking processes is preferred, along with a proven track record of delivering innovative IT initiatives. Strong analytical skills, a user-centric mindset, and excellent organizational abilities are crucial for success in this role.

Educational Background:
A relevant degree in a field such as Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology, or a related discipline is required. Equivalent professional experience in a relevant sector may also be considered. Continuous professional development through certifications in Agile methodologies, project management, or business analysis is highly valued.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in business analysis or project management, particularly within the financial services sector. Experience in Agile environments and familiarity with payment processes and banking operations will be beneficial. A demonstrated ability to engage with stakeholders at various levels and manage multiple projects simultaneously is essential for this role.

Languages:
Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory. Proficiency in additional languages relevant to the EBRD's member countries may be considered an asset, enhancing communication with diverse stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This position is a full-time role with a fixed-term contract lasting 2 years. The EBRD promotes a hybrid workplace model that emphasizes flexibility and inclusivity. The organization values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background. Compensation and benefits are competitive, reflecting the organization's commitment to employee well-being and professional development.