Analyst, Gender and Economic Inclusion

The position is based in Ukraine with temporary relocation to Warsaw Poland. EBRD may grant approval to work from Ukraine to eligible candidates who may not be able to relocate to Warsaw Poland due to personal objective reasons.

Purpose of Job

The Analyst G&EI is a member of Gender and Economic Inclusion (G&EI) which consists of three pillars (Access to Skills and Employment Access to Finance and Entrepreneurship; and Access to Services. (S)he supports the work of G&EI specialists by providing technical input into the design and structuring of the transition impact or gender additionality of projects and sector assessments of G&EI issues. The Analyst G&EI also plays a key role in monitoring of the G&EI projects portfolio for their achieved transition addition the Analyst provides input into assessments including (amongst others) Country Diagnostics Country and Sectoral Strategies and other knowledge products to assess transition qualities and reform challenges in each of the COOs related to G&EI in order to focus G&EI policy dialogue.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Assisting gender and economic inclusion economists and specialists including supporting their relationship with the Banking and other teams during all stages of sector and project work from project design and assessment and policy engagement activities to management of external consultants post-signing monitoring;).
Monitoring and assessing sector developments and structural reform progress in Ukraine and contributing to country diagnostics and the annual review of the EBRD Assessment of Transition Qualities (ATQs).
Monitoring the transition impact of Banks operations (TIMS) including some limited travel to the region to monitor projects on the ground.
Analysing aspects of the impact of Bank projects and operations under the direction of their team economists and specialists.
Ad hoc assignments including background research on specific clients or sectors regulatory and other policy developments drafting of briefings; presentations and short sector analyses; drafting communication products; and contributing to organisation of G&EI conferences and workshops
Compilation and maintenance of relevant datasets.

Knowledge Skills Experience & Qualifications

A masters degree in economics public policy gender studies or a related field from a leading university (candidates with relevant work experience and a strong Bachelors degree may be considered in exceptional cases).
Prior work experience of policy oriented or applied microeconomics (e.g. at a central bank regulator or other body overseeing or setting policy) or in banking or related consultancy services would be an advantage; Strong analytical and quantitative skills including knowledge of Excel. Facility with other database/analytics software (e.g. Stata; MatLab) and information providers (e.g. Bankscope Orbis Bloomberg FAO stat WTO tariffs and World Bank WDI) would be an advantage.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Ukrainian.
Familiarity with the EBRD region of operations and work or study experience) in the region is helpful.
Knowledge of one or more languages of the region is an advantage.

What is it like to work at the EBRD / About 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.

At EBRD our Values Inclusiveness Innovation Trust and Responsibility are at the heart of how we work. We bring these to life through our Workplace Behaviours: listening well and speaking up collaborating smartly acting decisively with full commitment and simplifying to amplify our impact. These principles shape our culture and define our success. We seek individuals who not only share these values but are also committed to embedding them in their daily work fostering a positive and high-performing environment.

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. Our workforce reflects a broad range of backgrounds perspectives and experiences bringing fresh ideas energy and innovation and enhancing our ability to serve our clients shareholders and counterparties effectively.
• A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals; that is based on trust flexibility and connectedness.
• An environment that places sustainability equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do.
• A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits.

Diversity is one of the Banks core values which are at the heart of everything it does. 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 gender identity sexual orientation age socio-economic background or disability.

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).