Analyst, ESD (Energy Sector Team)

Purpose of Job

The Analyst will support colleagues in the Energy team based in Warsaw Poland within the Evaluation Sustainability Department to deliver the Banks commitments under its Environmental and Social Policy covering environmental and social appraisal and monitoring of the Banks portfolio of projects and activities in various sectors; oversight and verification of the Banks approaches assessments monitoring reporting and verification of environmental social green and other commitments relevant to ESDs mandate. The Energy team within the ESD department works on renewable projects in the Banks countries of operations this incudes solar wind hydro transmition and distribution as well as power generation (including nuclear).

Background

ESD works closely and interacts daily with the banking teams and other departments as relevant to drive the shared agenda of sound environment and sustainable development.

ESD is a team of specialists responsible for the environmental and social appraisal assessment and monitoring of Banks portfolio of projects and activities in various sectors. ESD is responsible for and the custodians of the Environmental and Social Policy (ESP). Main interaction is with the Banking teams during project development and implementation where an active participation is expected from ESD in assessing gaps against applicable policy provisions identifying and developing solutions and opportunities and thereby ensuring compliance as well as increased environmental and social transition impact delivering sound environment and sustainable development.

Within its mandate ESD:

• conducts oversight and verification of the Banks approaches and assessments.
• interacts frequently with the Board banking and external stakeholders.
• is responsible for data collection and data management.
• is responsible for standards and minimum requirements.
• oversees and assesses environmental and sustainability-related risk.
• is responsible for monitoring reporting verification.
• is responsible for the ESP and related policy management and policy development methodologies and guidance.

Facts / Scale

The Analyst is expected to work in multi-disciplinary teams and take responsibility for defined tasks in the delivery of various projects tasks and initiatives. The Analyst will work with guidance of more senior team members.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Head of Sector/Policy/Monitoring/Assurance:

• Work on a range of assigned projects Technical Cooperations (TCs) and initiatives as a team member and taking responsibility for assigned tasks and activities. These activities may include supporting the assessment of ESP compliance E&S risks impacts and opportunities; climate and nature risks Paris Alignment and green finance attribution; monitoring verification and reporting; and assurance.
• Conducting ESD research reviewing documents and strategies conducting analytical scientific and technical reviews and appraisals developing methodologies monitoring outputs/outcomes analysing and contributing to the management of data drafting of internal and external publications.
• When required support ESD/Bank staff in the coordination of meetings and events.
• Interact with several stakeholders on similar levels both internal to the Bank and externally under guidance of senior specialists/advisers. Liaise regularly with colleagues at all levels of ESD both staff and consultants.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal processes and procedures including the streamlining collection management and automation of data.
• Work in line with Banks Behavioural Competencies and Corporate Behaviours.

Knowledge Skills Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in environmental and/or social sciences economics engineering or related field or comparable professional experience.
• Knowledge of environmental and social risks.
• Knowledge of international good practice environmental social and climate standards/guidelines (e.g. European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) Environmental and Social Requirements International Finance Corporation (IFC) Performance Standards Equator Principles Paris Agreement alignment Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) Task Force on Nature-Related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) International Sustainability Standards Board (SSB) the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) sector guidelines etc).
• Familiarity of financing instruments approaches and processes is an advantage.
• Familiarity of some environmental and social thematic policy- and safeguards areas and the risks and impacts of various sectors.
• Understanding of scientific economic and political dimensions of environmental and social issues. Ability to apply those to the assessment of EBRD investment projects.
• Familiarity with the countries in which the Bank operates / plans to operate.
• Effective time management and organisational skills and ability to multi-task without losing attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal skills and an ability to work independently and within a team.
• Effective time management and organisational skills and ability to multi-task without losing attention to detail. Research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and spoken English. Familiarity with a language of the EBRD countries of operations would be advantageous and for a resident office appointment fluency in a local language will be required.
• Proven analytical and quantitative skills.
• Experience operating in a multicultural environment and build effective working relationships with internal/external clients and colleagues.

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.

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).