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World Bank Group has a vacancy for the position of Regional Head of Latin America and Caribbean Hub Location: Washington, DC.  

World Bank Group has a vacancy for the position of Senior Business Development Officer, LAC Region Location: Washington, DC.  

Join UNICEF's Office of Innovation and support the digital and AI-enabled scale-up of UPSHIFT. This six-month internship will contribute to tracking and coordinating digital and AI initiatives and maintaining UPSHIFT's portfolio of digital platforms, tools, content and technology assets.  

1.    Manage the strategic country programme planning and development •    Develop and implement strategic direction of the country; •    Lead the design, planning, formulation, preparation and development of the Country Strategic Note in close consultation and collaboration with the government, civil society, donors, UN system partners and the Regional Director, Resident and/or Humanitarian Coordinator in the country and other national development stakeholders and partners, taking into account national priorities , the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Common Country Analysis and UNSDCF;  •    Provide substantive advice to the Executive Director, Regional Director and Senior Management on the regional strategy, direction and planning of programmes and projects;  •    Manage and ensure the quality of results-based and rights-based programming for the CO; Finalize the annual work plan and budget; •    Lead the monitoring of the results-based management approach to programme planning and design. •    Define and assert accountability for UN Women' results and its ability to operate as a nimble, innovative and enterprising thought leader, programme and business partner capable of taking and managing risks. 2.    Lead Enterprise Risk Management and Organizational Resilience •    Establish and maintain the CO's risk management framework in alignment with UN Women's Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) policy and institutional risk appetite •    Lead regular risk assessments covering programmatic, operational, financial, reputational, fraud, safeguarding, and security risks; ensure risks are identified, assessed, monitored and mitigated •    Chair or designate the Country Office Risk Focal Point; ensure risk register is regularly updated and escalated to Regional Office as appropriate •    Integrate risk considerations into strategic planning, programme design, partner due diligence, and resource allocation decisions •    Ensure implementation of internal control frameworks and compliance with UN Women's policies on fraud prevention, anti-corruption, and protection from sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA) •    Oversee business continuity planning and organizational resilience measures to ensure programme continuity during crises or disruptions •    Monitor external risk factors (political, economic, social, environmental) that may impact programme delivery and organizational operations; develop mitigation strategies •    Ensure adequate risk transfer mechanisms (insurance, contractual protections) are in place for major programmes and partnerships 3.    Manage the Nepal Country Office •    Lead the office in the delivery of operational goals; Finalize the annual work plan and budget; and oversee the implementation, including providing direction, guidance and technical support; •    Establish internal control environment and tone-at-the-top for risk awareness and compliance culture •    Review and approve high-risk transactions, partnerships, and programmatic decisions •    Oversee and approve programme work plans and monitor the overall progress and compliance of the CO; •    Manage the preparation of UN Women mandated country reports; •    Manage the audit review process including timely response to audit reports; oversee implementation of audit recommendations and corrective action plans; ensure systematic tracking and closure of audit findings; proactively address recurring or systemic control weaknesses •    Provide managerial direction, guidance and leadership. Ensure effective workforce planning and timely recruitments; Manage the performance of personnel under their supervision; provide ongoing performance and career development feedback, timely completion of performance assessments and coaching;  •    Ensure that personnel are familiar with and follow UN Women's regulations and rules, policies and procedures in the Policy, Procedures and Guidance Framework (PPG); Ensure personnel are aware in particular or of UN Women's standards of conduct including but not limited to policies and procedures on preventing, reporting and addressing misconduct, Fraud and Corruption, Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) Harassment, Sexual Harassment, Discrimination and abuse of authority, Protection from retaliation, and ensure mechanisms are in place to support personnel in this regard.  •    Promote teamwork to ensure harmonization, linkages, collaboration and synergy; Ensure a respectful, inclusive safe and healthy work environment for personnel. 4.    Provide support to the Resident Coordination and serve as a member of UN Country Team  •    Serve as member of the UN Country Team (UNCT) under the strategic guidance and coordination of the UN Resident Coordinator (RC)/Humanitarian Coordinator (HC), collaborate on and lead as needed UNCT programming and advocacy to ensure gender equality and women's empowerment issues are fully integrated into UN programming processes, including the Common Country Assessment (CCA) and United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) planning, budgeting, resource mobilization, implementation, monitoring and evaluation through UN results groups and respective joint workplans, and in an enhanced response to national partners; •    Partner with RC and UN system partners to strengthen UN system interagency coherence, collaboration, planning, cooperation, and harmonization of programming, advocacy, common services, and operations; Facilitate joint programming and promote UN competencies to advance gender equality and women's human rights; report to the UN RC on these issues as required •    Actively engage in regular UNCT consultations and decision-making processes •    Actively engage in and contribute to UNCT strategic communications that advance UN system efforts and collective results to promote Agenda 2030, including for national goals and priorities for sustainable development to generate positive public support and ownership •    Ensure UN Women's active participation in UN system thematic and other working groups to establish effective networks and keep abreast of ongoing debates and thinking on development •    Ensure organizational position, interests and priorities are fully considered and integrated in the UNSDCF development planning and agenda/priority setting for the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.  •    Ensure enhanced accountability of the UNCT on gender mainstreaming and works for with the RC and  on the implement the UNCT SWAP Gender Equality Scorecard •    Participate in RC and UNCT members' performance appraisal, as requested 5.     Represent UN Women and lead advocacy strategies  •    Represent UN Women in intergovernmental forums, public information/relations events and key meetings, participate in policy dialogue; discuss policy initiatives, report on progress achieved and/or present policy papers/ideas; •    Build relations and partnerships with high level and senior government officials as well as multi-lateral, bi-lateral agencies and NGOs; and participate in regional, country and other critical meetings and events; •    Lead and support advocacy for gender equality and women's empowerment to ensure UN support towards realization of the national plans and priorities are done in a gender responsive manner, and within agreed international frameworks that promote and protect gender equality. 6.    Create and maintain strategic partnerships and manage resource mobilization strategies •    Lead the development of resource mobilization strategies and manage the implementation of resource mobilization strategies, plans, and efforts; •    Conduct due diligence on potential partners to assess reputational, financial, and operational risks prior to engagement •    Establish and maintain relationships with government, partners, stakeholders and donors to achieve active collaboration, cooperation and alliances on programme development and implementation and resource mobilization; •    Finalize donor reports, and negotiate and/or approve cost-sharing agreements with donors; Establish reporting accountability framework to ensure that donors are duly informed on a timely basis. 7.    Lead knowledge management, innovation and capacity building •    Manage the development and implementation on the CO communication plans, based on UN Women's communication strategy; •    Promote critical thinking and implementation of innovation and best practices in the CO •    Promote learning and development by providing opportunities for training and capacity guiding to enhance the competencies/productivity of personnel; •    Lead the production of knowledge products. 8.    Oversee safety, security and well-being of personnel, programmes and organizational assets •    Maintain and update CO security strategy, plan, and measures to ensure full compliance with UN security policies, procedures and requirements. •    Serve as member of the Security Management team (SMT) and undertake relevant security and crisis management training. Guide and influence decisions and standards related to security of personnel, premises and assets •    Oversee the implementation of the Security Mainstreaming & Compliance and Business Continuity Management and Organizational Resilience requirements  •    Ensure all personnel are made fully aware of safety and security procedures and policies and undertake mandatory training 9.    The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation. Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: The incumbent leads a team of over 40 staff and affiliated personnel in the office, including 6 direct reports.   Core Values: - Integrity; - Professionalism; - Respect for Diversity. Core Competencies: - Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues; - Accountability; - Creative Problem Solving; - Effective Communication; - Inclusive Collaboration; - Stakeholder Engagement; - Leading by Example. Please visit [this link](https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-values-and-competencies-framework-en.pdf) for more information on UN Women's Values and Competencies Framework:  Functional Competencies: •    Excellent programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skills •    Excellent people management skills in a multicultural environment; ability to deal with individuals from all backgrounds •    Results-oriented; Ability to develop detailed operational plans, budgets, and deliver on them  •    Ability to ensure fair and equitable treatment for all •    Leading, developing and empowering people •    Ability to advocate and provide policy advice and interact with high level decision makers •    Excellent knowledge of gender equality and women's empowerment in country •    Excellent analytical and conceptual thinking •    Strong knowledge of UN system •    Ability to envision and lead the strategic direction for UN Women in the country •    Excellent networking skills •    Ability to identify and analyze trends, opportunities and threats to fundraising and develop strategies •    Excellent diplomatic and written and verbal communication skills •    Strong risk assessment and mitigation skills; ability to balance risk-taking for innovation with prudent safeguards •    Knowledge of enterprise risk management frameworks and internal control systems •    Ability to make sound judgments on risk tolerance in complex, ambiguous environments •    Understanding of fraud indicators and prevention mechanisms Recruitment Qualifications: Education and certification: •    Master's degree or equivalent in development related disciplines, economics or public policy or other social science fields is required. •    A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. •    A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage. Experience: •    At least 10 years of progressively responsible development experience that combines strategic and managerial leadership in development cooperation at the international level is required. •    Experience in gender and women's issues programming, at the international level, preferably in developing countries within the UN system, Agencies, Funds or Programmes or UN Mission is required. •    Field based experience working with multi-cultural teams is required. •    Experience leading and coaching staff in international settings is required. •    Experience implementing risk management frameworks, internal controls, or enterprise risk management systems in international development or UN context is required. •    Demonstrated experience managing organizational risks including programmatic, financial, reputational, and safeguarding risks is required. •    Experience responding to audit findings and implementing control improvements is desirable. •    Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems is required. •    Experience in the use of a modern web-based ERP System, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable. Language Requirements: •    Fluency in English is required. •    Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish).   Statements : In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusion: At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need. If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application. UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)   Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process.  

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME The primary goal of WHO is to support Member States in designing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating national health development plans for:(i) the achievement of national health targets;(ii) contribution to global and regional public health action; and(iii) the development of two-way collaboration that draws on the countries' experience to build a body of public health knowledge that can benefit the rest of the world. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES 1. Provide info...  

UNHCR has a vacancy for the position of Head of Global Shared Services. Location: Budapest (GSC), Hungary. Posted: Posted 3 Days Ago.  

The Chief Risk Management position at P5 level (risk management and quality assurance) supports the country office on monitoring, mitigating and managing risks and provides objective assurance and advisory to the country office senior management team designed to add value and improve the operations of UNICEF.  

Requisition ID 37161 Office Country United Kingdom Office City London Division Environment & Sustainability Full-Time/Part-Time​ Full Time Contract Type Regular Contract Length    Posting End Date 25/10/2026                                        Purpose of Job   The Associate Director, Head of Supply Chain leads the Bank's approach to identifying, assessing and managing material environmental, social, operational and reputational risks across project supply chains. The role ensures effective supply-chain due diligence, risk mitigation and engagement across relevant project pipelines and portfolios, supporting consistent application of the Bank's Environmental and Social Policy and Requirements. The role works closely with ESD leadership, Banking teams, OCCO, OGC and other relevant functions, and engages externally with clients, suppliers, MDBs, shareholders and industry bodies. Undertakes coordination and delivery of the Bank's engagement, communications and commitments on supply chains     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 Bank's 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, identify and develop solutions and opportunities, and thereby ensure compliance as well as increased environmental and social transition impact, delivering  sound environment and sustainable development.   The Head of Supply Chain is significantly responsible for delivering the Bank's supply-chain due diligence, risk mitigation and engagement priorities across relevant project pipelines and portfolios, particularly in sectors with material environmental, social, operational and reputational risks. The role works closely with ESD leadership, Heads of Sector and Directors, Banking teams, OCCO, OGC and the cross-Bank supply-chain working group to align technical, legal, integrity and commercial perspectives, support consistent application of the ESP and ESRs, and coordinate responses to complex supply-chain issues. Externally, the role engages with clients, suppliers, consultants, MDBs, shareholders and industry bodies to inform project decisions, develop common approaches and promote wider industry improvements. These relationships require the role to influence senior stakeholders, build consensus across differing priorities and ensure that emerging risks and good practice are reflected in the Bank's frameworks, contractual safeguards, monitoring arrangements and stakeholder communications   Facts / Scale   - Works under the general direction of the Managing Director, ESD - Manages a team of up to 4 staff members, - Leads and ensures coordination of activities relating to the Bank's supply chain work, across ESD and in close coordination with OCCO, OGC and relevant Banking sector teams. - Interacts with the Board and external stakeholders on highly visible and topical supply chain due diligence and project-level risk mitigation - No budget accountability   Accountabilities & Responsibilities   Under the limited direction of the MD ESD:   - Leads the development, implementation and ongoing management of the Bank's operational approach, frameworks and tools for supply-chain due diligence and risk mitigation, ensuring consistent application of the ESP and ESRs across relevant projects. - Maintains the Bank's supply-chain knowledge base and advises on supplier profiles, due diligence findings, regulatory developments, industry practice and project decisions; engages Banking senior management to incorporate technical expertise, client feedback and sector intelligence into the Bank's approach. - Leads the mainstreaming of supply-chain risk screening, management systems, supplier due diligence, bills of materials, traceability, contractual safeguards, monitoring requirements and corrective action plans, and advises on complex project-level risks relating to labour, human rights, occupational health and safety and other material environmental and social issues. - Partners with internal specialists to develop and implement legal riders, contractual safeguards and escalation processes, particularly where integrity or reputational risks arise. - Translates strategic supply-chain goals into delivery plans, sets priorities and allocates work across the team, and leads the cross-Bank supply-chain working group to align ESD, Banking, OCCO, OGC and other relevant functions around a shared agenda. - Collaborates with MDBs to develop common approaches to identifying, mitigating and managing supply-chain risks, including representing the Bank in joint MDB working groups. - Provides specialist input into Bank-wide strategies, policies, papers, contractual terms, sustainability reporting and other initiatives, and contributes recommendations to future ESD plans, frameworks and activities based on delivery opportunities and challenges. - Represents the Bank on supply-chain matters in internal governance discussions, including with Board members, and externally with clients, lenders, suppliers, shareholders, industry bodies and other stakeholders. - Leads internal and external capacity-building initiatives, coaches and mentors staff, and drives continuous improvement in supply-chain processes, data collection, management and automation. - Recruits, leads, motivates and develops the team, with accountability for performance management, professional development, effective deployment of staff and adherence to the Bank's Behavioural Competencies, Corporate Behaviours and standards of integrity and ethical conduct. - Undertakes work travel independently or as the lead for ESD and consultant teams   Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications   - Demonstrated people leadership, coaching and delegation skills, preferably gained in a multicultural and geographically dispersed organisation, with a track record of collaboration, conflict management and resolving complex people and technical issues. - Proven experience appraising and managing complex supply-chain risks, including forced and child labour, occupational health and safety, biodiversity, traceability, supply-chain management systems and corrective action planning. - Strong knowledge of international supply-chain due diligence standards and good practice, relevant national and regional requirements in major markets, and environmental, social and climate standards, including EBRD Environmental and Social Requirements, IFC Performance Standards and Equator Principles. - Strong sector or environmental and social thematic expertise, with in-depth knowledge of applying policies and safeguards to complex and high-risk projects. - Track record of leading complex projects and multidisciplinary teams, applying solution-oriented and risk-based approaches, managing competing priorities and delivering through others. - Proven ability to communicate complex and sensitive policy and technical matters to senior internal and external stakeholders, including Boards and governing committees, and to influence, build consensus and secure tangible outcomes in challenging multi-stakeholder environments. - Knowledge and experience of financing instruments, approaches and processes, together with IFI or comparable policies, procedures and policy development. - Demonstrated ability to operate with integrity, discretion and sound judgement. - Degree in environmental or social sciences, economics, engineering or a related field, or comparable professional experience   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 people's 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 Bank's 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).   

Education requirement: Advanced university degree (Master's or higher) in Communication, Journalism, International Relations, Development Studies, or related fields. Two years of additional relevant work experience that was gained after obtaining a bachelor's degree may be accepted in lieu of advanced degree. Experience required:A minimum of five years of relevant, progressively responsible, professional work experience in digital communications, external relations, writing and editing (or equivalent fields), of which at least two years involve managing website content and digital communication channels, is required.Language requirements: Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.  

Join UNICEF as a Chief of Operations (P-4) and play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence for the Division of Global Communication and Advocacy (DGCA). As a strategic business partner to senior leadership, you will lead key functions including financial and budget management, human resources, administration, procurement, ICT, risk management, governance, and business continuity across multiple international locations.  

Requisition ID 37146 Office Country United Kingdom Office City London Division Policy and Partnerships   Contract Type Regular  Contract Length   Posting End Date 21/10/2026          Purpose of Job   EBRD's engagement with donors has increased in both scale and depth in recent years with more than 50 multilateral and bilateral donors currently supporting the organisation, and close to two thirds of the Bank's investments now drawing on donor support. Donor support, in the form of grants and blended finance for investments, advisory services or policy reform, has become an integral part of EBRD's business model and crucial to help the Bank deliver on its transition mandate. At the same time, the effective use of concessional finance and blended finance requires ensuring that such support enhances the impact of EBRD investments, addresses market failures and does not distort markets, in line with relevant DFI principles for blended finance.   This post plays an important role in helping to shape EBRD's donor agenda and strategic relations with its growing donor community as the Bank expands into new regions and embarks on a new Strategic and Capital Framework period (2026-2030). The Associate Director will establish effective and impactful strategies, policies and related guidelines for the Bank's broader donor agenda. The post holder also leads on analysing global development and blended finance trends and bring this knowledge to the Bank and will lead the Blended Finance Team in the Impact & Partnership Group of the Bank. This involves having a good understanding of both the Bank's donor support needs and donor priorities, as well as how blended finance can address market failures and enhance the impact and additionality of the Bank's investments. The role also includes producing a variety of analysis and financial data to capture the Bank's use and impact of donor resources and blended finance structures, including their contribution to addressing market failures and achieving development impact, and communicating this through an array of products and events to both internal and external audiences.   The post straddles two teams ? Donor Partnerships and Impact ? and the post holder will lead a team of staff and form part of both Donor Partnership and Impact's respective management teams. They will engage with multiple departments and colleagues across EBRD, with frequent external outreach and stakeholder engagement in the broader donor community and with actors on the international donor scene and regular interaction with users of donor finance within the Bank across all its key sector groups and policy teams. Equally, there will be engagement with the Bank's shareholders on donor-related topics and various corporate teams including Risk and Debt Mobilisation.   Background    The Impact and Partnerships department supports the Bank's operational and strategic objectives by mobilising and managing grants and concessional finance, maintaining relations with the Bank's donor community and developing strategic partnerships. It also oversees the administration and approval of donor-funded activities, manages dedicated funds, and supports the Bank's engagement with relevant external stakeholders.   The Donor Partnerships team leads on mobilising and managing donor funds in support of the Bank's activities and on maintaining strategic relationships with EBRD's bilateral and multilateral donor community. It develops and manages donor funding vehicles including the Shareholder Special Fund, supports fundraising and donor engagement, develops strategies and provides analysis, reporting, training and guidance to ensure strategic engagement with donors and effective use of donor resources across the Bank.   The Impact team leads on defining, measuring and communicating the Bank's transition and development impact. Its responsibilities include the Bank's transition results architecture and monitoring, assessment of the Bank's contribution to broader development objectives, and the self-evaluation function. Within these responsibilities, the team assesses the use of concessional finance in EBRD projects and the impact of transactions with a blended finance component.   The Blended Finance Team, jointly positioned across Donor Partnerships and Impact, brings together the Bank's donor and impact expertise to support the strategic and effective use of grants and blended finance. The Team leads the Bank's donor and blended finance strategy and donor-facing policies, ensuring alignment between the Bank's financing needs, donor priorities and the Bank's transition and development objectives. It oversees compliance of blended finance operations with the Bank's policies, guidelines and agreed DFI principles, including the principles governing the appropriate use of concessional finance and the avoidance of market distortion, as well as compliance with the Bank's donor-focused policies.   The Team also provides strategic and technical advice to banking teams and fund managers on the design and use of blended finance, with a focus on ensuring that donor support maximises the impact and mobilisation potential of EBRD investments. It leads analysis and develops data and evidence on grants and blended finance, including its role in addressing market failures, generating additionality and impact, and mobilising finance. The Team is at the forefront of thought leadership on blended finance, engaging with donors, international development finance institutions and senior management, and representing EBRD in relevant international fora and discussions.   Facts / Scale   The Associate Director leads the work of the Blended Finance Team, bringing together the Bank's donor partnerships and impact expertise to ensure that blended and concessional finance is strategically targeted, compliant with agreed principles and effective in delivering impact and mobilisation. Key responsibilities include:   - Custodian of donor related policies like the Donor Fee policy, Client Contribution Policy and related guidelines. - Production of analysis and data for the annual Strategic Implementation Plan, regular Board reports, the annual Funding Outlook, scenario analysis, a new prioritisation system and other tools and reports - Contributions to 7-10 country strategies and country snapshots annually, donor Knowledge Management products and think pieces, multiple internal and external requests for ad-hoc analysis - Contributions to various reports including but not limited to an annual DFI Blended Finance Report, the EBRD Impact Report, Sustainability Report and Annual Report, and various donor reports. Production of the Annual Donor Report - Organisation of at least 10 information and training session per year plus the Annual Donor Meeting - Co-manage with Finance the annual donor fee budget including preparation of related policy and guidelines - Supervision and quality control of analysis conducted by the team on the compliance of Bank's investments with the internal guidelines for the deployment of blended and concessional finance (approx. 300 projects per year); - Coordination of the Blended finance team advisory function - Contribution to impact deep dives and thought pieces on the economics of blended finance - Management of a team of 8-9 staff with links into both Donor Partnerships and Impact   Accountabilities & Responsibilities   Working under the guidance of the Director Donor Partnerships and the Director Impact, the Associate Director will:   - Promote an effective and impactful EBRD policy framework and a clear strategy for working with donors based on best international practice, reflecting key trends in the global development agenda and fully aligned with the Bank's five year Strategic and Capital Framework (SCF) and key policies. This involves leading the design of donor-related policies and overseeing their implementation plus developing related guidelines and processes as well as monitoring the implementation of the 2026-2030 Donor Strategy; - Ensure the quality, consistency and compliance of the Bank's blended finance activities. The post holder will oversee the Team's assessment of proposed and existing uses of concessional finance, ensuring compliance with the Bank's guidelines and agreed DFI Principles for Blended Finance, including principles relating to market failure, additionality, impact and avoidance of market distortion. This includes providing quality control and strategic oversight of assessments undertaken by team members and ensuring consistent application of the framework across sectors and operations. The post holder will also develop and contribute to sharing relevant information on blended finance concessionality at project level for relevant audiences - Lead the Blended Finance/Advisory function.  The post holder will offer support to banking colleagues in the design of effective blended finance structures working across teams, in line with the DFI Principles for Blended Finance. They will also advice colleagues engaged in fundraising on best practice blended finance options and optimal structures for maximising impact, address bankability constraints, mobilising donor support plus private capital and provide relevant analysis. - Lead the development of data, analysis and evidence on donor and blended finance, ensuring that the Bank has timely and high-quality information to support strategy, policy, operational decision-making and external engagement. This includes analysis of the use and impact of donor resources, the effectiveness of concessional finance, market failures, additionality, mobilisation and broader global trends in development and blended finance. The post holder will oversee the development of appropriate systems, tools and metrics and ensure high-quality inputs to corporate reporting, including the Annual Donor Report, Impact Report and other strategic and donor-specific reporting; - Represent the Bank in international donor fora like the OECD, UN events on SDGs and Aid Effectiveness, GIIN, Convergence and IFI working groups on blended finance. Represent the Bank and engage with key stakeholders and peers in various international working groups on broader donor and development-related topics and blended finance debates making sure EBRD's views and experience is effectively represented and emerging IFI best practice and joint policies are compatible with EBRD's business model; - Contribute to the strategic usage of donor resources and planning of fundraising efforts, to ensure it is an integral part of the Bank's business and strategic direction and meets its need for external support. This will involve, on the one hand, mapping the Bank's needs for donor support and availability of resources and, on the other, establishing effective tools and processes for matching supply and demand of donor resources, working in close collaboration with Banking and Policy teams using such resources and Donor Partnerships colleagues managing donor funds and relations. Such needs shall be incorporated in the corporate planning processes and strategic implementation plans, country and sector strategies and relevant policies; - Promote awareness and information on the Bank's donor agenda and use of concessional finance through organisation of information-sharing events including the Donor Network, topical events with external stakeholders, engagement with the Board of the Bank and the Bank's Annual Donor Meeting. Develop and organise a training programme for staff on blended finance and various donor related aspects;  - Lead and manage the Blended Finance Hub, setting its strategic direction, priorities and work programme and ensuring effective integration of its Donor Partnerships and Impact responsibilities. This includes recruitment, goal setting, performance management, motivating, coaching and staff development, as well as ensuring effective collaboration with the wider Impact and Partnerships department and relevant Bank-wide teams. - Champion and role model the Bank's Behavioural Competencies and Corporate Behaviours, ensuring adherence within the team(s) so that the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct are exhibited at all times.   Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications   Experience - Extensive work experience and knowledge of working with donors and international development cooperation, in both a bilateral and multilateral context including in a strategy, policy or donor fund management role; - Extensive experience in international development finance and blended finance design, mobilisation and resource management. Experience with project finance and financial structuring of projects to fit the mandate of a private investment facing International Development Financial Institution would be an advantage. - Extensive experience in working on impact and additionality assessment of blended finance operations; - Experience working for / with Development Financial Institutions/Multilateral Development Banks; - Strong leadership skills. Proven successful experience in leading and managing people and guiding and motivating teams;   Knowledge - Deep understanding of the global development agenda including UN, EU G7 and G20 priorities, emerging donor policy priorities, challenges facing the global aid architecture and best practice for use of donor funds; - Deep understanding of the international blended finance and private capital mobilisation debates, key actors, emerging policies and trends, and various effective blended finance structures;  - Deep understanding of the international blended finance and private capital mobilisation debates, key actors, emerging policies and trends, and various effective blended finance structures; - Deep understanding of the economics of blended finance, and of the principles guiding DFIs in the use of concessional funding; - Strong understanding of approaches to mobilising support from donors and development finance partners across a range of concessional instruments (grants, concessional loans, guarantees, risk-sharing, equity, etc.) and governance, policies and approaches for high impact and efficient use of such donor support including the importance of sound financial and results management; - Understanding and familiarity with EBRD's business model, blended finance structuring, development finance tools and region of operation is an advantage; Qualifications - Post-graduate/Masters in areas such as international development cooperation, international relations, development finance, economics; - Fluency in English   Skills - Excellent strategic thinking and deep analytical skills with proven ability to design and draw on analysis to shape new policies and strategies related to international development cooperation; - Excellent partnership skills and inter-personal skills. A team builder and people person with proven experience in building networks and teams, motivate people, build bridges and coalitions, and engaging effectively in international fora; - Strong communication skills and fluency in global development finance issues, knowledge of latest outreach tools and experience in engaging and communicating effectively with a large number of internal and external stakeholders; - Ability to perform efficiently and effectively in highly demanding working environments and meet very tight deadlines.  - A self-starter with strong organisational skills and ability to drive forward agendas and work independently and proactively as well in teams, building productive relations and prioritise effectively.    Challenges   Due to the number of stakeholders such as internal operational teams, Board Offices, external donors and development finance peers, and their different interests and agenda, this is a challenging post which requires an ability to grasp and work with a diversity of issues and relations and operate in a high pace and demanding environment .   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 people's 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 Bank's 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).   

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