Mid-level Product Owner

Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum Kanban etc.) with the ability to apply Agile principles in a practical real-world context.

Familiarity with the product lifecycle from ideation and discovery through to delivery and maintenance. Knowledge of product roadmaps backlog management user story creation and release planning. Working on either Software or Infrastructure product lifecycles depending on the specific position

Knowledge of business change management practices including communication plans training strategies and the ability to support the adoption of new products and processes within an organisation.

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate the product vision user needs and technical requirements to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Experienced in making data-driven decisions prioritising tasks effectively and resolving conflicts with stakeholders to keep the product on track.

Experience in managing product backlogs including writing user stories defining acceptance criteria and ensuring that the backlog is prioritised to maximise value delivery.

Experience in focusing on user needs and outcomes with an ability to define features based on user requirements and continuously refine them based on user feedback.

Experience working in Agile environments either as part of a product team or collaborating closely with Agile teams.

Experience in product ownership activities such as backlog management defining user stories and working closely with business stakeholders to deliver value.

Some experience interacting with business stakeholders understanding their needs and translating them into product features and requirements.

Experience working in a cross-functional team (development design QA etc.) to deliver product features or services and working directly with developers product managers and business leaders.

Understanding of how products align with and drive business processes along with an ability to track product benefits and monitor the success of features post-delivery.

Some experience supporting or contributing to the delivery of projects including tracking progress and supporting risk or issue management within an Agile framework.

Relevant Degree or Equivalent Experience: A degree in a relevant field (Business Computer Science Engineering etc.) or equivalent practical experience in product development or Agile delivery in a technical role.

Agile Certification: Certifications such as Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) or Agile Product Owner certifications are beneficial.

Other relevant qualifications such as a certification in change management or product management.

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 peoples lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in.

We offer hybrid and flexible working arrangements and believe we operate at our best when collaborating 3 days a week in person (minimum).

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 Banks 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).