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IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.    OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME The objective of the Epidemic and Pandemic Management programme is to enhance global health security by strengthening the capacity of countries to prevent, prepare for, detect, and respond to epidemics and pandemics. This involves improving surveillance systems, enhancing laboratory detection capabilities and bio risk reduction, training healthcare professionals, ensuring equitable and timely access to medical countermeasures, and fostering international collaboration relating to infectious disease threats. The immediate strategic objective is to develop evidence-based guidance and implement comprehensive epidemic and pandemic preparedness, prevention and response strategies and plans that integrate risk reduction relating to infectious disease threats, emergency response, and recovery efforts, ensuring resilience and sustainability in health systems. These plans are designed to be inclusive and adaptable, addressing the unique needs and vulnerabilities of different populations, and emphasize intersectoral collaboration to create a cohesive and effective response framework to infectious disease threats.   DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Generic duties: - Ensures effective direction, management, and accountability of the Department and/or the specific programme managed by the incumbent in delivering its objectives through managing and inspiring a diverse workforce and peer communities to optimize the department's financial resources, deliverables and mandate. - Leads the articulation of a clear departmental vision in coherence with organizational strategy and ensures its operationalization through robust departmental performance management practices that drive measurable results and enhance overall organizational effectiveness. - Leads the Department in providing technical expertise to Member States and other stakeholders with guidance and technical data required for the development, implementation and monitoring of national and/or global policies and programmes. - Leads the Department in developing evidence-based policies and strategies for dissemination and implementation in Regional and Country Office programmes. - Provides highest level technical advice and expertise to Management in the respective area of work in order to position the Department and Organization as a leader in the respective area of work. - Oversees the monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of the Department's area of work to develop key performance indicators and global reporting requirements and mechanisms to ensure optimal performance of the Department's deliverables. - Serves as the scientific/technical reference among UN Agencies and other key players in the respective area. - Builds new or strengthens existing partnerships with External Partners, Member States, UN Agencies, Donor, research institutions and other stakeholders to position the technical area of work and implementation into National and/or Global policies. - Represent the Department area of work in global fora to position the area of work in the global health community. - Provide strategic leadership to foster cross-departmental and cross-divisional collaboration, aligning organizational priorities to maximize synergies and impact as well as international collaboration and community engagement to strengthen global health security. - Strengthen institutional coherence by integrating efforts across HQ, regional, and country levels.  - Champion collective action through coordinated resource mobilization, knowledge sharing, and cross-functional initiatives. - Support the mobilization of voluntary contributions in alignment with WHO's core mandates, strategic priorities, and key programmatic areas. - Lead and coordinate resource mobilization efforts that are designed to strengthen WHO's presence and impact at regional and country levels, ensuring that newly secured resources are strategically aligned with field organization wide priorities, operational needs and budgets. - Perform all other related duties as assigned. Specific duties: - Lead the development, implementation and dissemination of technical guidelines, comprehensive epidemic and pandemic preparedness plans and other knowledge products for the prevention and control of infectious hazards and other country health emergency preparedness related activities. - Provide guidance for risk assessment and response to graded and protracted emergencies related to pathogens with epidemic and pandemic potential. - Provide high-level political and strategic advice on infectious hazards management to WHO senior management as required, including in relations with UN agencies. - Oversee the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Framework Secretariat in convening and supporting the PIP Framework Advisory and Review Groups, guiding and managing the implementation of the PIP Framework partnership contributions, facilitating and managing benefit and sharing arrangements between PIP Framework stakeholders and related activities. - Oversee the enhancement of surveillance and laboratory capabilities to ensure rapid detection and response to specific infectious hazards. - Direct the training and capacity-building initiatives for healthcare professionals in epidemic and pandemic response to specific infectious hazards. - Oversee global expert networks and advisory groups on infectious hazards. - Oversee implementation of the strategic vision of the interim Medical Countermeasures Network Partnership and the WHO Bio Hub, ensuring alignment with WHO's overarching objectives and mandates. - Engage partners to support and advance health R&D for pathogens with epidemic and pandemic potential, mobilize resources, and promote the effective implementation of WHO policies.   REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Essential: An advanced level university degree in medicine, public health or another public health related domain related to the functions of the position. Training in health emergency management. Desirable: A PhD in a relevant field. Certification in global health security.   Experience Essential:  - A minimum of 15 years of professional experience in the management of Epidemic & Pandemic Management, including experience providing senior level advice and guidance to Senior Management/Decision makers, managing human and financial resources, as well as experience in the area of developing and establishing policies and strategies.  - Demonstrated experience at the international level.  - Proven experience in public health policy and strategy formulation, and in coordinating large scale projects with high political impact.  - Relevant experience with the inter-agency mechanisms used to coordinate international preparedness, prevention, readiness and response for and response to health emergencies. Desirable:  - Experience in leading international health emergency responses.  - Experience in capacity building and training.  - Experience in collaborating with international health organizations.  - Field experience in public health programmes or emergency response programmes at regional and country level, especially in developing countries.   Skills - Strong skills in the area of developing and establishing polices and strategies.  - Excellent skills and ability in managing diverse teams and financial resources.  - Strong understanding and skills in mobilizing resources.  - Ability to engage, build consensus and communicate effectively and diplomatically with Member States, partners and media.  - Commitment to collaborate effectively with other key partners in the Health subject area.  - Globally respected level of technical expertise and knowledge in Epidemic & Pandemic Management.  - Proven leadership skills in the planning and coordination of multidisciplinary public health programmes, which may include the implementation of public health/disease control programmes.  Technical/scientific Knowledge and Skills:  - Expertise in epidemiology and disease surveillance, with proven track record in early detection systems.  - In-depth knowledge of emergency response protocols, including strategic development and coordination across multiple agencies.  - Advanced skills in risk assessment and management, with the ability to identify vulnerabilities and implement effective mitigation measures.  - Comprehensive knowledge of health systems strengthening to enhance resilience and recovery capabilities.   WHO Competencies - Teamwork - Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences - Communication - Ensuring the effective use of resources - Driving the Organization's Position in Health Leadership - Creating an empowering and motivating environment   Use of Language Skills Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French.   REMUNERATION WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 116,095 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 8707 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - Staff members who have been separated as a result of the 2025 Prioritization and Realignment Process will be given special consideration.  - Special selection procedures may apply.  - This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level. - Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted. - A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening. - In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review. - According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. - Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and eManual. - The Director-General retains the discretion to not make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description, including shortening the duration of the appointment. - Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply. - WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics. - WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply. - Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request. - An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the [WHO Values Charter](https://www.who.int/about/who-we-are/our-values) into practice. - WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates. - Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to a fixed-term position in the International Professional category (Grades P1-D2) are eligible for Geographical Mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world. - WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully. - The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered. - Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). 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For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at [shws@who.int](mailto: shws@who.int). - WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco. - For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int. - In case the recruitment website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. 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The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is financing Infrastructure for Tomorrow in Asia and beyondinfrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in 2016 and have since grown to 111 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients' needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled, and promotes regional connectivity. The Market Risk Officer will analyze and manage AIIB's market risk. They will conduct both qualitative and quantitative analytics to identify, monitor, and manage market risks across the Bank's balance sheet and make recommendations to proactively alleviate risk where possible. They will communicate current and future potential risks to internal stakeholders while ensuring that all data is captured and recorded.   Responsibilities: - Work with front-line operations to identify all material market risk factors and ensure accurate and complete capture of risk data in approved systems. - Monitor key market risk metrics and sensitivities, ensure compliance with approved limits, and escalate breaches or emerging risks as appropriate. - Improve and enhance market risk measurement methodologies to ensure robustness, accuracy, and relevance to the Bank's risk profile. - Monitor portfolio quality on an ongoing basis, and assess the impact of market movements and stress events on portfolios and counterparties. - Develop and maintain market risk management frameworks and processes for frontier market business activities, ensuring appropriate controls and governance. - Assess market risk implications of new or amended risk-taking initiatives and provide independent risk opinions. - Draft, review, and update internal market risk policies, directives, and related guidance.   Requirements: - Minimum 5-8 years of market risk management experience in financial institutions. - Master's degree or equivalent in related fields. (e.g., mathematics, finance, or economics). - In-depth knowledge of financial products and markets; experience with frontier markets is an advantage. - Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills. A high level of attention to detail is essential. - Good team player with a strong sense of initiative. - Proficient in oral and written communication in English. AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency, and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with the right diverse skills, experiences, and abilities selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people from both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability, or sexual orientation. Join in AIIB's mission to promote sustainable infrastructure investments and to improve social and economic outcomes in Asia and beyond. Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB.   How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This Position - Application and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation) session to receive tailored guidance. - For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility. "Important Application Information: Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting."

Job Purpose: The Associate Director, Deputy Head of Kenya for Government Relations will provide critical support to the Managing Director for the Sub-Saharan Africa region in their role as Deputy Head of Kenya, ensuring the successful delivery of the country strategy, achievement of the Bank's annual targets, and promotion of key initiatives that drive the Bank's impact and growth in Kenya. This position plays a central role in managing high-level relationships with key government stakeholders, international partners, and the broader public sector. The Deputy Head will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to identify and facilitate policy proposals, address business environment challenges, and explore new investment opportunities in Kenya. Additionally, the Deputy Head will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Resident Office, ensuring the efficient management of resources, staff, and budgets to support the Bank's objectives. A key responsibility of the Deputy Head will be to effectively communicate the EBRD's priorities and objectives to the Kenyan government, national agencies, and regional and local authorities, ensuring the Bank's strategic goals are well understood and supported by key stakeholders. The Deputy Head will also act as a senior representative of the Bank in Kenya, engaging with the international community, civil society, and the media to enhance the EBRD's visibility and reputation. The Deputy Head will proactively advocate for the Bank's priorities, support policy engagement and national-level implementation of policy initiatives and position the EBRD as a key partner in Kenya's sustainable and inclusive economic development. This role will work in close collaboration with the Regional Policy Lead to ensure that Kenya's policy priorities are aligned with the country strategy and broader regional priorities and to drive the successful implementation of policy initiatives. The Deputy Head will serve as the Bank's primary representative in Kenya, fostering key relationships and advocating for the Bank's priorities, while relying on the Regional Policy Lead to oversee the policy agenda, drive technical cooperation, and lead the development and implementation of policy reforms. The Deputy Head will also work closely with sector banking and policy teams, and other support units within the Bank to design and implement initiatives that drive the Bank's objectives and projects. The role will focus on identifying and addressing key challenges in Kenya's business environment, particularly in sectors critical to the country's competitiveness and growth. By engaging with private sector companies, business associations, and other stakeholders, the Deputy Head will also help unlock new and innovative investment opportunities for the Bank, with high impact potential and a strong demonstration effect. In addition, the Deputy Head will play a central role in overseeing the administrative and budgetary functions of the Resident Office. Acting as the line manager to the Office Manager, who oversees a team of 10 staff members, the Deputy Head will ensure the efficient operation of the office, including the management of resources, budget allocations, and staff coordination. This involves supporting the office's operational processes, ensuring the alignment of budgetary priorities with strategic goals, and driving effective and efficient management practices across all office functions.   Accountabilities & Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership & Oversight •           Support the Managing Director in their role as Head of Kenya, ensuring the effective implementation of the country strategy and the achievement of annual targets. •           In close coordination with the Regional Policy Lead, provide strategic oversight and guidance to drive the origination and execution of the Bank's policy initiatives and programmes, and investment projects, ensuring their impact and alignment with the Bank's mission and Kenya's development priorities. •           Take joint responsibility with the Managing Director, SSA, other Deputy Heads of Kenya in Nairobi  and relevant Regional Sector Heads, for delivery of the Kenya Score Card. •           Senior point of contact with sector clients with responsibility to develop new business in close coordination with sector Directors, regional sector leads and sector bankers and in line with Country Strategy and business plan priorities. •           Oversee the Resident Office's administrative and budgetary affairs, ensuring effective resource management, operational efficiency, and a well-functioning office environment.   Stakeholder Engagement & Representation •           Act as the primary representative of the EBRD in Kenya, managing high-level relationships with government stakeholders, national agencies, regional and local authorities, and the international community to strengthen the Bank's strategic engagement and influence. •           Contribute to the coordination of the Bank's responses to national and regional policy developments, ensuring alignment with EBRD priorities and maintaining strong visibility and credibility at the national level. •           The Deputy Head will create an optimal environment for the Regional Policy Lead to conduct policy dialogue and lead efforts on reform and technical cooperation. While the Deputy Head will serve as the primary liaison for relationship-building in Kenya the Regional Policy Lead will manage the substance of the policy dialogue and drive the technical aspects of policy implementation. •           Represent the Bank in engagements with business associations, civil society, and the media, reinforcing the EBRD's reputation and role as a key development partner in Kenya. •           Advocate for the EBRD's mission in promoting economic transition, sustainability, and private sector development by attending and speaking at external forums, ensuring the Bank's voice remains influential in shaping the Kenyan policy and investment landscape.   Operational Management •           Work closely with the Regional Policy Lead to support the Managing Director / Head of Kenya in ensuring effective prioritisation and adequate resourcing and execution of key policy initiatives and related technical assistance. •           Also work closely with the Regional Policy Lead on cross-border regulatory issues affecting Kenya and the wider region and to ensure that country-specific advocacy efforts complement regional policy initiatives. •           In close cooperation with Regional Policy Lead, track reform efforts and policy dialogue initiatives led by other IFIs/DFIs, advising Bank management on coordination and collaboration opportunities. •           Collaborate with sector banking and policy teams, and other support units to develop and propose policy solutions that enhance the business climate and identify new investment opportunities for the Bank. •           Engage with senior management across the Bank to enhance coordination between sectors and units, maximising synergies and the efficiency of policy dialogues and investment project outcomes. •           Play an active role in fundraising for policy and project-related technical assistance and blended finance, working in close cooperation with the Donor Partnerships Unit to secure necessary funding resources in support of the Bank's activities. •           Prepare and review internal and external documents, ensuring high-quality briefings and reports for Bank management. •           Organise and coordinate visits by senior Bank officials, managing meetings, logistics, and stakeholder engagements to ensure seamless execution. •           Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Resident Office, ensuring effective resource management, staff supervision, and budget oversight while fostering a high-performance culture and operational excellence.   Risk & Compliance Management •           Identify and mitigate risks related to the Bank's operations and activities in Kenya, including through the regular Operational Risk Monitoring function, ensuring that potential risks are addressed proactively. •           Ensure compliance with local regulations, EBRD's operational guidelines, and international best practices across all country activities under their responsibility, safeguarding the Bank's interests and reputation. •           Enforce adherence to EBRD's corporate procurement rules, ensuring that all corporate procurement activities within the country are conducted in accordance with established procedures.   Team Leadership & Development •           Support the SSA Managing Director / Head of Kenya in leading and mentoring a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. •           Promote professional development, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement within the team and the Resident Office. •           Oversee the recruitment, training, and retention of top-tier talent in alignment with organisational goals. •           Champion and role model the Bank's Behavioural Competencies and Corporate Behaviours, ensuring the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct are always upheld. •           Serve as the primary line manager to the Office Manager, overseeing the performance of the Resident Office administrative staff.   Knowledge, Skills & Attributes: •           Strong understanding of the country's political, economic, and regulatory landscape, with deep insight into local market dynamics and the ability to understand complex governmental and business dynamics in real time. •           Proven experience in managing high-level relationships across government, public sector institutions, business communities, and the international community. •           Diplomatic and skilled in managing sensitive political issues to maintain constructive relationships and achieve strategic goals. •           Extensive knowledge of the EBRD's operational guidelines, policies, and best practices, particularly in relation to country strategy delivery, project implementation, and risk management. •           In-depth knowledge of procurement processes and compliance with corporate procurement rules, ensuring transparent and efficient management of procurement activities. •           Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to represent the Bank at the highest levels, engaging effectively with government stakeholders, business leaders, civil society, and the media, while influencing decisions and driving strategic outcomes. •           Strong policy and advocacy skills, capable of identifying, developing, and advancing policy initiatives that drive positive change in key sectors critical to Kenya's competitiveness and economic growth. •           Strong analytical skills to evaluate and address a wide array of challenges and opportunities related to initiatives and projects, enabling informed decision-making and the development of effective, impactful solutions. •           Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks, including through effective operational risk monitoring and management within a complex operational environment. •           Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with a strong capacity to manage competing priorities and deliver results under pressure. •           Capacity to drive and influence teams internally, fostering collaboration and aligning efforts to support the achievement of strategic objectives, both through direct leadership and by leveraging influence across the organisation. •           Ability to lead, manage, and develop teams, with strong coaching, mentoring, and leadership skills to cultivate a high-performance culture and achieve collective goals. •           Integrity and ethical conduct, serving as a role model for the Bank's core values and behavioural competencies, ensuring the highest standards of professional behaviour across all activities. •           Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Kiswahili is highly desirable.   Education & Experience: •           Bachelor's degree in economics, business administration, finance, international relations, or a related field. A higher degree in a similar discipline is desirable. •           Extensive experience in international or national economic development, with a proven track record in managing complex projects, addressing policy issues, and navigating political, economic, and regulatory environments, particularly within the Kenya context. •           Significant proven experience in engaging with senior government officials, business leaders, civil society, and international stakeholders, successfully driving policy change and business development outcomes. •           Experience in managing risk and compliance, including overseeing procurement processes and ensuring adherence to organisational and regulatory standards. •           Substantial experience in strategic leadership and management, with a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams in complex environments, driving performance, and fostering development within diverse, multi-disciplinary teams to achieve organizational goals. •           Experience in leadership and people management, including overseeing recruitment, training, performance management, and fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within teams. •           Demonstrated experience in managing administrative functions and budgetary processes to ensure efficient resource allocation and operational effectiveness.   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).    Right to Work in the UK: Swiss nationals (and all other non-UK employees) can work in the UK without a Visa - working at the EBRD gives all employees "exempt status". The Bank however encourages all non-UK employees to obtain an Exempt Vignette (EV) prior to relocating to the UK, as without an EV you may face more questions at Border Control and when required to show evidence of their exempt status when renting accommodation under the Right to Rent legislation. The application process may take 3 – 4 weeks approx. outside of the UK.    How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This Position - Application and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation) session to receive tailored guidance. - For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility. 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Organizational Setting The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is an international financial institution, and a specialized United Nations agency dedicated to eradicating rural poverty and hunger. It does so by investing in rural people. IFAD finances programmes and projects that increase agricultural productivity and raise rural incomes, and advocates at the local, national and international level for policies that contribute to rural transformation. The Department for Country Operations (DCO) oversees the origination, design and management of IFAD investments, including sovereign and non-sovereign operations, as well as the design and implementation of non-lending activities within country programmes, including policy engagement and SSTC. DCO is the department that primarily interfaces with governments, the private sector and other stakeholders to deliver IFAD's programme of work and to provide oversight to ensure quality of the portfolio. DCO is led by an Associate Vice-President and is composed of five (5) regional divisions: Asia and the Pacific Division (APR), East and Southern Africa Division (ESA), Latin America and Caribbean Division (LAC) , Near East, North Africa and Europe Division (NEN) and West and Central Africa Division (WCA), the Private Sector Operations Division (PSD), and two (2) units:  the South-South and Triangular Cooperation Unit (SSTC) and the fragility unit (FRU). The Private Sector operations Division (PSD) is led by a Divisional Director based in IFAD Headquarters in Rome, Italy. PSD is responsible for origination, structuring, delivery and portfolio management of IFAD private sector investments, or Non-Sovereign Operations (NSO), as well as for business development, which includes developing the NSO pipeline and supporting complementarity between NSOs and sovereign operations within country programmes.  PSD is composed of a Front Office and two units: an Investment Unit and a Portfolio Management Unit. The division also has a Trust Fund Administration function as part of its Front Office, which is responsible for the administration and control of the Private Sector Trust Fund and other off-balance as well as the on-balance sheet funding (PSD financial resources). The PSD division works in close coordination with other divisions in DCO and other departments, offices, and divisions in IFAD. In alignment with the decentralised structure of the Fund, the division operates in a geographically distributed manner, including IFAD Headquarters and Regional Offices.  Position specifics: The Portfolio Management Unit, for which this position will oversee, provides strategic oversight and supervision to the investment portfolio to ensure it supports the organisation's broader objectives. While the management of individual projects is the remit of the Investment Unit, the portfolio management function overseas overall NSO portfolio administration, coordination, monitoring, and reporting to ensures that the portfolio delivers optimal value and remains responsive to organisational priorities. The unit also coordinates and works with Investment Officers and IFAD divisions regarding non performing investments with the aim of improving their performance. In addition, this unit leads division data collection and reporting, creates and maintains dashboards and ensures data integrity; in collaboration with ICT and other divisions it is also responsible for data systems needs identification and overseeing systems development (together with ICT) and its subsequent usage. The incumbent works under the direct supervision of the Director, PSD.   Job Role The incumbent is an expert in a specialized thematic area. The incumbent provides technical expertise and strategic guidance at the corporate level and all stages of design, development, monitoring and evaluation of IFAD's private sector investments. The incumbent may work collaboratively with other thematic Technical Specialists, Country Directors, Investment Officers and other staff to ensure consistency, cohesion and synergy in the application of technical advice and provision of programme development support.   Position specifics: Under the supervision of the Director, PSD, the incumbent has a global technical role in private investment and private sector operational engagements. The incumbent also works collaboratively with regional teams, including Country Directors and regionally mapped thematic Technical Specialists, as well as with the rest of PSD staff, to ensure consistency, cohesion and synergy in the application of technical advice and provision of private sector operation and activities. The incumbent contributes to: a.) oversight and delivery of IFAD's private sector investment activities (non-Sovereign private sector Operations-NSOs) on a global level, as required; b.) advising on, and facilitating, the integration of a private sector development and private sector investment perspective into Country Strategic Opportunities Programmes (COSOPs) and sovereign projects, upon request from the Regional Director and concerned Country Directors and based on planning agreed with Director PSD; c.) activities carried out by PSD globally, including in the areas of partnerships, knowledge management, and reporting. The incumbent will develop and lead NSO portfolio management, coordination, monitoring, and reporting to ensure that the portfolio delivers optimal value and remains responsive to organizational priorities. This includes being the focal point at PSD in the management of problem investments, working with Investment Officers and other departments. The incumbent will help shape IFAD's NSO portfolio management function, utilizing deep technical understanding and collaborating across PSD as well as throughout the organization. Working together with IFAD departments, offices, and divisions, this role will also help design and optimize processes, systems, and guidelines required for effective and efficient NSO portfolio management; this includes ensuring data capture, data integrity, and effective data usage for NSO portfolio management and accurate and timely division reporting, corporate dashboard design and maintenance, and measuring impact.   Key Functions and Results 1. SENIOR TECHNICAL ADVICE IN PRIVATE SECTOR INVESTMENT: The incumbent will work closely with the other PSD unit, IFAD directors, regional and country directors, and technical specialists in HQ and decentralized offices on the management of IFAD¿s non-Sovereign private sector operations (NSOs) portfolio. Main accountabilities include:     - Provide strategic oversight and efficient and effective supervision of IFAD¿s NSO portfolio as a whole, while individual supervision responsibilities of performance of individual investees remain with the Investment Unit. - Provides oversight to NSO portfolio management, coordination, and division reporting to ensure that the portfolio delivers optimal value and remains responsive to organizational priorities. - Coordinating workouts/restructuring together with the Investment Unit and others, serving as focal point for PSD. - Coordinating with the Trust Fund Administration function and others with regard to the overall portfolio, funds availability, and internal reporting as needed. - Help develop and shape IFAD¿s NSO portfolio management function, utilizing deep technical understanding, IT solutions, industry best practices. - Design and optimize processes and related systems, including IT systems in collaboration with ICT, required for effective and efficient NSO portfolio management, ensuring data integrity and accurate and timely division reporting, including for corporate dashboard and measuring impact. - Engage and collaborate across the organization at all levels with regard to NSOs and IFAD¿s NSO portfolio, including with staff in HQ and decentralized office. - Help ensure an NSO portfolio that promotes job creation, women economic empowerment, mitigation and adaptation efforts to climate change, or other themes consistent with organizational priorities and development impact. - Provide senior level support to the PSD colleagues, Country Directors, and Regional Directors and others in building operational relationships with private sector partners within the scope of Country Strategies and of sovereign investments and to integrate NSOs within IFAD country programmes. - Support field and supervision missions at various stages of the project cycle, including implementation and monitoring as well as for the administration of workouts as needed. - Provide other technical advice as needed.    2. SUPPORT THE DELIVERY AND REPORTING OF PSD WORK PROGRAM - Assist the Director, PSD in the delivery of the PSD work plan; to build synergies and capacity to ensure close coordination and collaboration among the various teams.  - Assist the Director, PSD and others to respond in an adaptive manner to the evolving priorities and opportunities around and within IFAD and the various initiatives and external partnerships. - Provide support to the Director, PSD and others in the delivery of PSD Special Initiatives.  - Provide other support for delivery and reporting of PSD work program as needed.    3. KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT: The incumbent will support and ensure appropriate country-level access to the latest sources of knowledge and innovation on private sector investments, private sector development and establish new knowledge and partnerships in support to the operational needs related to portfolio management and the implementation of the organization¿s NSO strategy. Accountabilities include:  - Provide support on the drafting and review on the development of relevant policies and procedures, guidelines, monitoring tools, manuals, etc.  - Provide senior-level support to the development and delivery of training modules and other support knowledge management tools focused on developing high-performing and high-impact Private Sector (PS) programs. - Participate in IFAD-wide thematic discussions and develop appropriate technical and operations on private sector. - Perform other activities necessary to implement IFAD's Private Sector Operational Engagement Strategy.  - Develop lessons learnt on NSOs. - Oversee special initiatives and programs hosted by PSD. - Undertake other knowledge management related activities as needed.    4. PARTNERSHIP BUILDING AND RESOURCE MOBILIZATION:  The incumbent helps to mobilize resources and build relevant partnerships. Accountabilities include: - As appropriate and in collaboration with the Trust Fund Administration function and other departments, offices, divisions, and units, including the External Relationship Department, support partnerships and outreach activities as well as new relationships with DFIs, impact investors, foundations and corporate partners to expand resources, market and income opportunities for smallholders, small-scale producers, cooperatives and/or agribusiness. - Ensure IFAD's representation and communication in technical issues (including representing IFAD at international, regional, inter-agency meetings, seminars and conferences fora). - As appropriate and in collaboration with the Trust Fund Administration function and other departments, offices, divisions, and units, including the External Relationship Department, contribute to the mobilization of resources for NSOs through partnerships and outreach activities. - Conduct other partnership building and resource mobilization related activities as needed.    5. MONITORING, EVALUATION AND REPORTING: The incumbent contributes to managing the monitoring, evaluation and reporting of NSOs. Accountabilities include: - Support the development and/or application of a results framework for NSOs. - Enhance and implement performance and portfolio monitoring systems and new approaches to performance and NSOs portfolio monitoring. - Prepare analytical findings and reports to aid decision making on project viability and sustainability and the management of the overall portfolio.  - Conduct other monitoring, evaluation, and reporting related activities as needed.    6. MANAGERIAL FUNCTIONS: The incumbent is accountable for integrity, transparency, and equity in the management of IFAD resources, including equipment, supplies and, as applicable, staff supervised. The incumbent may also be asked to supervise work of more junior staff and external consultants.   Key Performance Indicators Assignments require the provision of seasoned technical expertise and input for the full programme/project cycle as well as in knowledge sharing with peers and counterparts. The work goes beyond technical analysis and synthesis to include substantive inputs to project methodology and design of projects, knowledge sharing among peers and counterparts to enhance cooperation, complementarity and synergy and monitoring and evaluation to measure and report on lessons learned and best practices. The work is considered moderately complex requiring in-depth technical analysis and reporting. Typically operating as a specialist at the global, country or regional level, the incumbent's work may be reviewed for technical accuracy, but more typically is reviewed for achieving the established work plan. Position specifics: Assignments require the provision of seasoned technical expertise and input for programs, projects and initiatives related to private sector investments, as well as in knowledge sharing with peers and counterparts.  The work involves both technical analysis and provision of inputs to projects, programs and initiatives, knowledge sharing  among peers and counterparts to enhance cooperation, complementarity and synergy and monitoring and evaluation to  measure and report on lessons learned and best practices.  Assignments require the provision of seasoned technical expertise in portfolio management, private sector investment, and in private sector development.   Working Relationships The work relationships of the incumbent at this level are primarily for the exchange of information regarding development projects. Information-gathering and exchange in support of studies and thematic assignments may also include identifying reliable sources and establishing guidelines for obtaining information on global, national and sub-regional context/conditions and to convey methodological approaches and operational experience for implementation of activities undertaken on behalf of the Fund. Position specifics: The work relationships of the incumbent involves the provision of technical advice and the negotiation and resolution of problems that arise in private sector project design and appraisal, supervision/implementation support and in the preparation of studies and reports. The incumbent serves as an expert in portfolio management and private sector investments and works with full technical independence in the provision of technical expertise and methodological guidance at the global, regional, and country level, as required. Contacts are with counterparts and senior officials within other DFIs, United Nations organizations having related programmes and with officials of governments, private sector and foundations, non-governmental and inter-governmental organizations, impact investors, and others.  In servicing inter-governmental bodies, expert groups and other meetings, the including both regular and blended finance operations provides technical expertise and recommendations for policy formulation and official conclusions in a consultative capacity; the incumbent also may provide information regarding the organization's policies, and act as the representative of the organization. Contacts are maintained to identify and evaluate emerging developments. Job Profile Requirements Organizational Competencies: Level 2: - Building relationships and partnerships - Builds and maintains strategic partnerships internally and externally. - Communicating and negotiating - Acquires & uses a wide range of communication styles & skills. - Demonstrating leadership - Leads by example; initiates and supports change. - Focusing on clients - Contributes to a client-focused culture. - Learning, sharing knowledge and innovating - Challenges, innovates & contributes to learning culture. - Managing performance and developing staff - Manages wider teams with greater impact on others and on the organization. - Managing time, resources and information - Coordinates wider use of time, information and/or resources - Problem-solving and decision-making - Solves complex problems and makes decisions that have wider corporate impact. - Strategic thinking and organizational development - Staff in management and/or strategic leadership roles - Team working - Fosters a cohesive team environment. Education: - Education includes Advanced university degree from an accredited institution listed on https://whed.net/home.php in finance, financial engineering, economics, accounting, business managementor related field is required (*): (*) Note:  For internal candidates, this requirement will be assessed in line with the provisions set forth in IFAD¿s Human Resources Implementing Procedures.  - CPA, CMA, CFA, CIA, CPC, CGMA or similar professional certification desirable. Experience: - At least eight (8) years progressively responsible experience in the management, structuring and execution of  private sector investment projects/NSOs and facilities in the agriculture sector involving loan, equity and/or  guarantee investments, with demonstrated sound business judgement.    - Prior experience in International Financial Institutions (IFIs) or, development institutions or commercial or  investment banks in the area of private sector operations and initiatives is required.    - Experience of investment portfolio oversight and risk reporting, including the use and development of related tools.  - Experience of providing advice or support to SMEs and other businesses to develop and improve their business. - Ability to work in autonomous manner and to write recommendations in a succinct and clear manner.  - Ability to represent IFAD externally and to develop and manage relationships with clients, donors, institutional  and private investors, government, media, and other stakeholders.  - Experience in structuring and deploying blended and climate finance investments is a strong asset.  Languages: - Required:  English (4 - Excellent)  - Desirable: French, Spanish and/or Arabic (3 - Good)  - Position-specific requirement: Fluency in one of the desirable languages is considered a strong asset.   Skills: - Development finance: Know-how in debt, lending terms, financial policies including pricing, concessionality and  resource allocation.  - Adaptability: Adaptability and flexibility when facing new or unexpected situations, and to specific constraints and  circumstances and managing complex processes.  - Corporate approach: Ability to bring in corporate vision and priorities into one's area of work (e.g. budgeting going beyond simple budgetary considerations, taking into account strategic priorities).  - Interpersonal skills: Ability to deal patiently and tactfully with others (e.g. visitors, clients, callers, etc.), including  senior individuals (e.g. high-level meeting participants).  - Problem solving: Strong systemic and structured thinking, ability to identify and dissect problems into  components and formulate a comprehensive set of creative viable and sustainable solutions and strategies - Specialized communication skills: Ability to negotiate on behalf of IFAD and drive for creative and pragmatic  solutions in complex negotiations with key partners, both public and private sector.  - Synthesis: Outstanding ability to synthesize and simplify complex technical information for a variety of (non-technical) audiences.  - Verbal communication: Clear, succinct and convincing verbal communication; highly professional, balanced and  diplomatic language.  - Written communication: Clear, succinct and convincing written communication in the language needed for  specific role; highly professional, balanced and diplomatic language (e.g. for drafting of position papers, briefings, etc.).  - Evidence-based policy: Know-how in the formulation of concrete and actionable policy recommendations based  on hard evidence (going beyond simple data interpretation).  - Private Sector Investment: Expertise in assessing private sector investment proposals, review of transactions  and complex facilities and interventions using regular and blended finance, conducting due diligence, oversight, and supervision, recommending financial/investment decisions accordingly; proven expertise in deploying financial instruments and workouts/restructuring.  - Project/programme mgmt. (incl. coordination, design, development): Know-how in Project design and evaluation - CPA, CMA, CFA, CIA, CPC, CGMA or similar professional certification desirable.   Other Information IFAD staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the President of IFAD. 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IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.    OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME The Department will serve as WHO's central hub for political engagement, global advocacy, strategic communications, and resource mobilization. Its goal is to strengthen WHO's global influence through high-level representation, unified messaging, and sustainable financing. The department will advocate for health at the highest political levels, represent the Director-General in key forums, and drive political commitment to health priorities. It will lead a modern communications strategy to boost WHO's visibility and credibility, while coordinating resource mobilization to align with the Programme Budget, diversify funding, and enhance transparency. By integrating these functions, WHO will speak with one voice, build political support, and secure the resources needed to fulfil its global health mission.   DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Generic duties: - Leads the development and articulation of a strategic global communications vision and implementation of a WHO global communications strategy.  - Advises the Director-General and Senior Leadership on politically sensitive and strategic matters related to the Organization's communication and public relations' strategy in responding on a diverse array of complex global public health matters and emergencies.  - Provides strategic direction in the design and development of cutting-edge communication policies and strategies, ensuring consistent messaging and brand alignment across Headquarters, Regional and Country Offices.  - Oversees, monitors and evaluates the impact of communication activities, products, and engagements throughout the organization in order to improve them.  - Establishing robust mechanisms for impact assessment, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement.  - Ensure they are strategic, coherent, mutually reinforcing and strengthening the Organization's goals, reputation and impact. - Champions the Organization's global visibility and credibility, offering authoritative guidance to senior leadership to position WHO as the preeminent voice in global public health and a model of communication excellence. - Directs the strategic development and implementation of the Department's communication policies and strategies across the three levels of the Organization, establishing robust mechanisms for impact assessment, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement. - Leads the Organization's global media and crisis communication strategy, proactively identifying communication strategies to manage and/or leverage reputational risks and opportunities to promote WHO visibility and/or protect the Organizations reputation. - Ensuring timely, transparent, and effective engagement with global audiences during public health emergencies and high-stakes events. - Leads the development of a broader strategy on addressing misinformation and disinformation organization-wide to counteract potential negative influences on WHO's strategic role.  - Directs and manages the staff and resources of the Department of Communications.  - Oversees strategic planning, monitoring, and evaluation of the Department's portfolio, establishing global benchmarks and accountability frameworks to drive excellence and innovation in communication practices. - Builds and sustains high-level partnerships with global media, Member States, UN agencies, donors, and strategic stakeholders, leveraging these relationships to amplify WHO's voice and advance its global health mandate through a dynamic communications strategy. - Supports resource mobilization efforts through targeted communications campaigns; donor engagement, strategies that are designed to support and strengthen WHO's presence and impact at global, regional and country levels, ensuring that newly secured resources are strategically aligned.  - Performs all other related duties as assigned.   REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Essential: An advanced university degree in communication, journalism, public relations, international relations, public health, business management, social sciences, or a related field. Desirable:  - A PhD in one of the above-mentioned fields.  - Specialization in marketing, business management, international/public relations, or a related field.  - Focus on journalism or a related area.   Experience Essential:  - A minimum of 15 years of professional experience in the management of communications and or public relations programmes, including experience providing senior level communications advice and guidance to Senior Management/Decision makers, managing human and financial resources, as well as experience in the area of developing and establishing communications policies and strategies.  - Demonstrated experience at the international level. Desirable: Experience working with or within multilateral organizations or UN agencies.   Skills - Strong skills in the area of developing and establishing Communications polices and strategies. - Excellent skills and ability to manage diverse teams and financial resources. - Strong understanding and skills in communications, public relations including media production and branding. - Concrete knowledge and skills in journalism. - Ability to engage, build consensus and communicate effectively and diplomatically with Member States, partners and media/news outlets.  - Commitment to collaborate effectively with other key partners in the Health Subject area. - Globally respected level of technical expertise and knowledge in Communications, demonstrating strong creativity and innovation. - Proven leadership skills in strategic thinking and managing the planning and coordination of communications/public relations/media programmes. - Technical/Scientific Knowledge and skills. - Proven ability in leading to lead high-level political negotiations and represent an organization at the global level. - Expert in global communications trends and best practices, including the ability to foresee problems and develop organizational responses. - Proven success in strategic communications, global advocacy, and resource mobilization. - Strong leadership, diplomatic, and interpersonal skills. - Deep knowledge of the global health landscape and multilateral systems.   WHO Competencies - Teamwork - Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences - Communication - Ensuring the effective use of resources - Driving the Organization to a Successful Future - Creating an empowering and motivating environment   Use of Language Skills Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French.   REMUNERATION WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 128,422 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 9632 per month for the duty station indicated above. 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Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. - Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and eManual. - The Director-General retains the discretion to not make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description, including shortening the duration of the appointment. - Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply. - WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics. - WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply. - Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request. - An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. 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Purpose of Job The role contributes to the implementation of the Bank's Digital Approach. The Digital Approach consists of: i) enabling equal access to digital technology and skills, ii) provision of financial and technical support to companies and governments, and iii) establishment of robust governance practices. The role also contributes to the implementation of cybersecurity management approaches across various sectors and supports the work around digital risks as per EBRD's Environmental and Social Policy, all consist of the need to screen banking projects for digital risks, providing concrete cyber advice and putting in place required mitigation measures. The role also contributes to implementing cybersecurity advisory work for Bank's clients.   Accountabilities & Responsibilities Operational Delivery •    Lead and support the development of methodologies regarding cyber and digital safeguards assessments of projects •    Lead the technical elements of project digital safeguard screening process and work with consultants and other banking teams on shaping and conducting in depth due diligence processes. •    Lead and support the Hub technical discussions on digital safeguards and cybersecurity with stakeholders and clients.  •    Lead on the development of digital safeguards and cybersecurity advisory and other products to be deployed by the EBRD. •    Lead, together with delivery teams, the shaping and implementation of technical assistance projects with EBRD clients. •    Support the Hub's policy teams on embedding the theme of digital safeguards in strategic initiatives. Organisational Development •    Lead technical discussions with cybersecurity and digital safeguards vendors and service providers to explore partnerships. •    Keep abreast of developments in the field of cybersecurity and digital safeguards: regulatory, policy, technological innovation and industry trends, and advise on the impact of these on various works streams and potential new ones. •    Lead and support upskilling efforts of other team members, and other banking departments, on said topics.   Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications Academic Qualifications •    Master's degree in a discipline relevant to the EBRD and the theme of digital safeguards and cybersecurity •    Fluent English, with excellent written and oral communications skills. •    Knowledge of another language (e.g. Russian, French or Arabic) both written and spoken would be desirable.   Experience/Knowledge •    Cybersecurity or Privacy professional certifications are highly desirable.  •    Experience in assessing digital risks from a regulatory, insurance, investment or similar standpoint is highly desirable •    Experience in auditing digital safeguard controls is highly desirable •    Experience in implementing digital safeguards and cybersecurity for large organizations as part of in-house teams or as a consultant is desirable •    Specific digital risk experience in the following sectors is highly desirable: Energy (TSOs, DSOs, Renewable energy), National Transportation infrastructure and Financial institutions. •    Knowledge of a diverse set of digital risk standards, frameworks and baselines (ISO 27001, IEC/ISA-62443, C2M2, CIS18 etc..) is highly desirable •    Expertise in both IT environments, OT and cloud is desirable •    Good knowledge of vendor and service provider landscape is desirable.   Technical Skills  •    Ability to analyse digital safeguards on the technical level: understanding network typologies and other technical documents.  •    Must be able to recommend controls on the policy and technical level, showing pragmatism, creativity and an overall business facilitating mindset. •    Must be able to articulate observations and arguments in a convincing and concise manner, both orally and in writing to both internal and external counterparts.   •    Organisational skills. Must be able to lead multiple and wide raging tasks concurrently. Ability to deliver quality outputs within often tight deadlines.     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).    Right to Work in the UK: Swiss nationals (and all other non-UK employees) can work in the UK without a Visa - working at the EBRD gives all employees "exempt status". The Bank however encourages all non-UK employees to obtain an Exempt Vignette (EV) prior to relocating to the UK, as without an EV you may face more questions at Border Control and when required to show evidence of their exempt status when renting accommodation under the Right to Rent legislation. 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As this role involves collaboration with international teams, we kindly ask that you submit your resume in English.   Purpose of Job Under the guidance of the Principal Manager, the Associate leads and contributes to all activities of the EBRD's Advice for Small Businesses Programme, including initiation, structuring, execution, implementation, monitoring and completion of advisory projects and non-project activities.  The Associate will proactively engage in business development for and delivery of compliant projects, undertake due diligence including compatibility with SME F&D group strategic directions, stakeholder outreach and coordination of other non-financial services. The Associate will work, in particular, with high growth potential clients to identify their business needs, areas for business advice and potential financing needs to nourish them for investment readiness. The Associate will lead the design and delivery of non-project initiatives in support of EBRD's strategic priorities in collaboration with EBRD's partner banks or other strategic stakeholders. The Associate will work in close coordination with banking, policy and sector teams in EBRD Resident Offices and HQ and where relevant and under the supervision of the Principal Manager, liaise with relevant external partners, stakeholders and donors.   Accountabilities & Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Principal Manager and, where applicable, in support of the Regional Associate Director, the Associate will  lead the delivery of instruments, activities and any other delegated tasks under the Advice for Small Businesses Programme in line with strategic priorities of the Bank and the SME Finance and Development Business Group, and in coordination with relevant teams (e.g. Financial Institutions, Corporate sector, Policy teams). Structuring and Execution - Perform all activities under the Programme in full alignment with the Bank's policies and procedures, donor requirements, internal control and compliance standards, as well as the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct working with credible and respectable counterparts. - Be responsible for origination and conception, implementation and monitoring, and evaluation of advisory activities. - Liaise with relevant banking colleagues to identify and structure most suitable advisory support for high growth SMEs. - Analyse clients' financials and growth prospects, with a view to structure impactful advisory support and nourish them for financing. - In close collaboration with the  Principal Manager, initiate and lead business development and generate a pipeline of high quality clients and advisory activities in priority areas (e.g. digital, green, inclusion, innovation). - In close coordination with and support of the Principal Manager, engage with external stakeholders and partner organisations to explore SME development support needs and lead on relevant initiatives (e.g. partner financial institutions, government representatives, business associations, EBRD corporate clients other relevant entities with SME development mandate).   Portfolio Monitoring, Value Creation and Reporting - Ensure maximum synergy of advisory and banking, such as under EBRD intermediated SME finance programmes, e.g. Women in Business or Youth in Business, we well as Risk Sharing Facilities; Supply Chain Financing or other dedicated financial or non-financial initiatives. - Contribute to regular portfolio assessment to generate ideas for follow up support and new initiatives. - Monitoring portfolio companies' performance and nourishing them for financing. - Actively contribute to banking project approval documents as and when required, and participate as a team member in the banking project implementation as relevant. - Follow market trends in strategic priority areas to contribute to and lead the development of innovative ideas for financial and non-financial products for SMEs.  - Independently prepare internal and donor reports in partnership with the HQ as and when required to inform donors on the progress of activities and utilisation of funding, as well as contribute to new donor proposals. - Where relevant, be responsible for implementing of marketing and visibility activities to promote Advice for Small Businesses activities and donor/s in the country.   Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications Qualifications and Skills - Bachelor's degree (Business, Economics, Finance  or equivalent work experience) - Business/financial analytical skills, with the ability to interpret accounts, understand local accounting principles and conduct financial analysis. - Strong project management and organisational skills. - Strong problem solving skills and ability to think creatively. - Effective communication, presentation and negotiation skills and ability to independently manage relations with SME clients, partner financial institutions, consultants and other stakeholders. - Strong writing skills; experience in writing advisory project proposals, terms of references or reports desirable. - Fluency in English, both written and verbal. Fluency in language of country of operations is essential. - Computer literate: excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel and Power Point, ability to learn new systems quickly.   Experience and Knowledge - Minimum of five years relevant professional experience, preferably from commercial management consultancy, development institutions or financial institutions (banks). - Good knowledge of and experience working in at least one of EBRD's strategic SME priority areas (i.e. green economy, economic inclusion, sustainable supply chains, SME finance and digitalisation), as well as market trends in these areas - Knowledge and understanding of business advisory services. - Knowledge of local business environment and consultancy market is essential. - Knowledge of relevant stakeholders,  SME business associations financial sector players or support organizations. - Knowledge of marketing and social media desirable.   General - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the EBRD mandate. - Ability to work in multi-cultural environment. - Ability to work independently and in diverse teams. - Multi-tasking, self initiative. - Ability to meet deadlines. - Ability and willingness to travel within the country and internationally.   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).    Right to Work in the UK: Swiss nationals (and all other non-UK employees) can work in the UK without a Visa - working at the EBRD gives all employees "exempt status". The Bank however encourages all non-UK employees to obtain an Exempt Vignette (EV) prior to relocating to the UK, as without an EV you may face more questions at Border Control and when required to show evidence of their exempt status when renting accommodation under the Right to Rent legislation. 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IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.    OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME Aligned with the WHO's General Programme of Work (GPW), the objective of the WHO BangladeshCountry Office is to implement WHO Country Cooperation Strategy by supporting the Bangladesh Government in the formulation, implementation and evaluationof national health policies, strategies and plans and developing and managing WHO's technical cooperation programmes. This twoshy; way collaboration is aimed at enhancing effortsof achieving national health goals; of ensuring the attainment of universal health coverage and of contributing to global and regional public healthaction. While doing so it's also vital to improve WHO's visibility by showcasing the impact of its work, which can facilitate strengtheningpartnerships and also resource mobilization efforts. The position will also virtually support Regional Office (25% time allocation), particularly OIC/RD's speech writing and strategic communication/document writing   DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES • Work in coordination with the Partnerships and External Relations and Communications officers at Regional and HQ level.• Develop and manage the implementation of communication strategies and plans to enhance the visibility of WHO's programme successes and advocacy to strategic partners.• Apply expertise in partnerships and public health, to enable the development and implementation of strategies and plans for engagement with partners covering state (including national, donors, United Nations partners) and non-state actors (i.e., civil society organizations/nongovernmental organizations, philanthropic foundations, academic institutions etc.) toward joint programming and funding opportunities.• Design and implement promotional activities and campaigns to position WHO as a leader within the public-health space.• Contribute to the office's Partnerships' data and intelligence information system.• Manage research on existing and potential partners profiles; identify synergies, opportunities, and develop concept notes and proposals for collaboration in relation to the strategic goals and programmes of the country office. • Manage the development of grant proposals, the monitoring of the implementation of plans for donor contributions, joint programmes, and other relevant activities, and reporting on progress towards target attainment.• In close collaboration with technical staff, manage the creation, packaging, and dissemination of targeted materials to strategic partners on programme initiatives and issues as well as success stories which bring visibility to the impact of their funding.• Manage partner linkages for the WCO website as well as related social-media engagements.• Manage the regular monitoring and tracking of partnerships' perceptions of the organization, proposing risk-mitigation communications and new strategies.• Guide technical staff on appropriate communications' approaches in Partnerships' briefings.• Conduct and coordinate partner-sensitive communication training for WHO Country Office staff and personnel.• Remotely support the Regional Office (25%-time allocation), particularly OIC/RD's speech writing and strategic communication/document writing. • Collaborate with Technical Units of the Regional Office to draft and finalize speeches and articles for the Regional Director/OIC, that are technically accurate, provide clear messaging and advocacy points • Review and finalize various advocacy messages and inputs from the Regional Director for updating the RD's webpage, clearly reflective of the uniformity in style and consistensy.• Carefully review and ensure compliance with data protection regulations in all digitization and communication content for the WHO Regional Office posted on the social media. • Deliver comprehensive, timely, client and solution-oriented technical and administrative support across all budget centers, proactively strengthening country office capacity through responsive engagement, collaboration, and accountability to deliver measurable results for Member States• Finalize the forewords and op-eds on behalf of the Regional Director in technical and other publications.   REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Essential: A university degree (bachelor's) in a relevant field (such as communication, journalism, marketing, health communications, political science, or international relations). Courses in graphic design, or visual language and/or in the use of social media. Desirable: Formal qualification in public health. Training in External Relations, donor intelligence, proposal writing, and/or general project management.   Experience Essential: --> A minimum of five years of work experience relevant to the position (developing and delivering communications services and products, social media and graphic design, delivering media and communications services for a multilateral or public international organization) with international exposure. Relevant experience, at the national level and/or international level in external relations and partnerships' building.--> International exposure, defined as work experience in a multicultural environment; and/or proven relevant experience of working with partners across different geographical/ cultural settings. Desirable: Some of the above-listed experience to have been obtained in an international context, particularly with WHO or other UN agencies   Skills Essential:--> Proven skills in the development and implementation of communication/media products and approaches including solid writing skills. --> Thorough understanding of public health and international development issues. --> External relations and partnership-building, complemented by the ability to conceptualize ideas. --> Funding modalities, such as pooled funding mechanisms, government financing, trust funds, and other funding mechanisms involving national governments. --> Web-based communications, marketing, and outreach activities. --> Developing and implementing communication/media products and approaches --> Excellent oral and written communication --> Developing and implementing messaging and positioning for partnerships for an international organization. --> Promoting an organizational brand in virtual communities and networks. --> Eliciting and communicating programme success stories. Desirable: --> Knowledge of WHO/United Nations agencies programmes and practices. --> Knowledge or understanding of WHO mandate and goals in the national context. --> Experience of developing messaging and positioning for partnerships for a national/international organization.   WHO Competencies Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond Producing results Creating an empowering and motivating environment   Use of Language Skills Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Desirable:    REMUNERATION WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 70,212 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 2580 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level - Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted. - A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening. - In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review. - According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. - Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual. - The Director-General retains the discretion to not make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description, including shortening the duration of the appointment. - Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply. - WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics. - WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply. - Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request. - An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the [WHO Values Charter](https://www.who.int/about/who-we-are/our-values) into practice. - WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates. - Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. 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Location Post of duty: Washington, District of Columbia, USA.   We improve lives The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who come together on a journey to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our people find purpose and do what they love in an inclusive, collaborative, agile, and rewarding environment.    About this position We are looking for an experienced and policy-oriented Macroeconomist to join the Research Department. This role is ideal for a candidate passionate about addressing the development challenges of Latin America and the Caribbean through rigorous economic analysis and strategic policy engagement. The candidate should possess: (1) strong technical skills; (2) a record of high-quality, original research in peer-reviewed journals; (3) the ability to communicate with a wide range of potential audiences; and (4) an interest in policy issues in the region.  The successful candidate will contribute to the Bank's mission by producing high-impact research, advising on macroeconomic policy and topical macroeconomic developments important for the region, and engaging with stakeholders across the region to promote evidence-based decision-making.    What you'll do - Analyze macroeconomic trends and develop policy recommendations on fiscal, monetary, exchange rate, and structural issues.  - Contribute to countries' macroeconomic monitoring and assessments and to policy dialogue with authorities when necessary.  - Advise government counterparts and institutional leadership on macroeconomic policy design and implementation.  - Conduct high-quality, policy-relevant research on macroeconomic issues including growth, inflation, debt sustainability, and external vulnerabilities.  - Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and institutional reports.  - Lead thematic studies and flagship publications that inform regional and global policy debates.  - Build and maintain relationships with central banks, ministries of finance, international organizations, and academic institutions.  - Represent the institution in high-level policy forums, conferences, and working groups.  - Mentor junior economists and contribute to internal training programs.  - Support capacity-building initiatives in member countries through workshops, technical assistance, and collaborative research.  - Develop and refine analytical tools and frameworks for macroeconomic policy assessment.  - Stay abreast of global economic developments and integrate cutting-edge methodologies into policy work.    What you'll need •    Education: You must hold a master's degree or equivalent education (PhD strongly preferred) in Economics. •    Experience: At least 7 years of relevant professional experience for a Principal Economist, or at least 6 years for a Lead Economist, in macroeconomic analysis, policy design, and applied research, preferably in international organizations, central banks, ministries of finance, or academic institutions, on topics relevant to development in Latin America and the Caribbean.  Demonstrated track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals and institutional reports related to fiscal, monetary, exchange rate, financial and structural issues policies and contributing to macroeconomic monitoring and assessments.  Experience in policy dialogue with government authorities, representing organizations in high-level forums and institutional leadership is valued.   •    Languages:  Proficiency in English and one of the other Bank official languages (Spanish, French or Portuguese) is required. As part of your application, we kindly request that you submit: i) a cover letter, and ii) a recent paper. Please upload both documents in the "Additional Documents" section, which is intended for other relevant materials such as cover letters, portfolios, diplomas, etc.   Requirements •    Citizenship: You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries. We may offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your eligible dependents. •    Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab.   Type of contract and duration  International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.   What we offer The IDB Group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employee's life. The benefits for International Staff include: -A competitive compensation package, including an annual base salary expressed on a net-of-tax basis. -Leaves and vacations: 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + gender-neutral parental leave. -Health Insurance: IDB Group provides employees and eligible dependents with a robust medical benefits program that covers medical, dental, vision, preventive care, and prescription drugs. -Pension plan: defined benefit pension plan that provides financial security and support employees in planning for their future. -We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family when it applies. -Hybrid and flexible work schedules. -Health and well-being: Access to our Health Services Center that provides preventive care and health education for employees. -Development support: We offer tools to boost your professional profile, such as mentoring, 1:1 professional counseling, training and learning opportunities, language classes, mobility options, among others. -Other perks: Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, spouse career support, and others.   Our culture At the IDB, we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work while finding their purpose. Our people consistently strive for excellence, and we recognize and celebrate the impact of their contributions. In our efforts to drive innovation, we intentionally include all voices, cultivate a sense of belonging and champion fairness. We welcome individuals from underrepresented groups to join us and share their unique perspectives. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job interview process. If you require an accommodation to complete this application, please email us at accommodations@iadb.org.   How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This Position - Application and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation) session to receive tailored guidance. - For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility. 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Purpose of Job The main purpose of this position is to assist in the establishment of the Bank's Guarantee Transformation Programme through the implementation of a data management framework, enhanced governance processes and data standards. This position assists in the implementation of enterprise data management at the EBRD.   Background Data Management (DM) is a shared-service team working with Business Partners and Business Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) from departments across the Bank. DM's core role is to be the centre of excellence for all data and reporting matters promoting best practice data management at the EBRD and providing data on EBRD activity that is readily available, easy to access and trusted as reliable to support analysis and decision-making at the EBRD.   DM achieves this through the implementation and management of effective processes and procedures to govern data quality and through the delivery of effective reporting and analytic solutions in support of business needs. DM provides expert guidance and support to departments across the Bank in relation to all aspects of data management including capture of end-user requirements, data extraction and report development in support of analytical queries, recommendation for IT enhancements and business process re-engineering with the aim of minimising or eliminating re-work and optimising staff effectiveness.  The Guarantees Transformation programme aims to enable the Bank, with standard tools and processes, to capture and manage key guarantee data. This will be achieved by enhancing the Monarch platform to cater to guarantee instruments, both inbound and outbound, and by introducing a central data repository to manage guarantee data in order to improve reporting and monitoring.   Accountabilities & Responsibilities •    Contribute to the definition and implementation of the data governance and quality framework to deliver a structured and sustainable approach to managing data at the EBRD. •    Develop controls (tools, templates, and methodologies) to support the execution and implementation of data management processes and standards. •    Work with stakeholders and business SME's to define standards,identify and gather critical data elements that reflect the Bank's guarantee data needs. •    Perform data gap analysis and identify data management requirements to optimise data quality by working with the business stakeholders and IT. •    Support the business stakeholders in navigating the data governance processes from definition through to DataCom approval and implementation in the Bank's data management toolset.   Specialisms: Business Data Analyst This role will have a good understanding of the Bank's project lifecycle and its critical data entities, and engage with business stakeholders to understand their  requirements both from a functional and data perspective. The role will manage and support the migration of the existing guarantee data into the centralised guarantee data repository by co-ordinating between the data SMEs and the project Product Owner and project/programme teams in the design and delivery lifecycle. This role will also carry out ad hoc request for data analysis to improve and maintain data quality of this core EBRD application.    EBRD Glossary  This role will engage with business stakeholders to identify critical data elements in key corporate publications and support the development of EBRD Glossary entries ensuring these meet required standards. It provides support in the preparation of artefacts for DataCom submissions for review and approval of Glossary definitions and standards.    Reference Data Management This role will engage with business stakeholders to identify reference data requirements and support in the definition, documentation, development, implementation and maintenance in EBX, reference data repository, impact matrix and development trackers. This role will support in the design and development of the data models, datasets and workflows in EBX to implement reference data management constructs for standardised and prioritised data standards.    Data Quality & Cleansing This role will support Data Quality projects by documenting data quality rules and other documentation, support in the development and implementation of data quality tools in the Bank. This role will also support key services such as data de-duplication and other data cleansing requirements using the enterprise toolkit.   Data Change Management This role will support in the documentation of data changes in the business processes and related IT systems to ensure data governance requirements has been identified. This role will also support in the testing of data changes as part of change management process as required.   Data Analytics This role will provide analytic support to business areas across the Bank in the implementation of automated reporting solutions promoting self-service that include integration of data visualisations to the Bank's reporting architecture and portals. Provide guidance and technical support to business users on the Bank's suite of data analysis tools.   Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications Knowledge •    Knowledge of data management capabilities particularly data governance and data quality •    Good understanding of the type of activities the EBRD engages in (in terms of clients, products, funding and processes).    Experience •    3+ years' work experience in data management, with strong awareness of reference data policies and procedures.   Skills •    Basic skill in data management tools  •    Strong interpersonal skills and client oriented. •    Self-motivated, focused, detail-oriented and able to work efficiently to deadlines are essential. •    Ability to work with a degree of autonomy, but also a good team player.   Qualifications •    Bachelor Degree or international equivalent or equivalent experience, preferably in the finance industry with good knowledge of investment banking.   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).    Right to Work in the UK: Swiss nationals (and all other non-UK employees) can work in the UK without a Visa - working at the EBRD gives all employees "exempt status". The Bank however encourages all non-UK employees to obtain an Exempt Vignette (EV) prior to relocating to the UK, as without an EV you may face more questions at Border Control and when required to show evidence of their exempt status when renting accommodation under the Right to Rent legislation. 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Organizational Setting The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is an international financial institution and a specialized United Nations agency dedicated to eradicating rural poverty and hunger. It does so by investing in rural people. IFAD finances programmes and projects that increase agricultural productivity and raise rural incomes, and advocates at the local, national and international level for policies that contribute to rural transformation. The Office of Legal and Governance (OLG) leads IFAD's governance dialogue with Members and provides strategic leadership and authoritative advice at the institutional level on all aspects of IFAD's work. In this manner, OLG guides the Fund's high-level strategic, corporate and operational policy discussions and decisions, protecting the institution and maximizing the impact of IFAD's investments. OLG is led by the Chief Legal and Governance Officer (CLGO) and is comprised of two divisions: the Office of the General Counsel (LEG) and the Office of the Secretary (SEC). The Office of the Secretary of IFAD (SEC) is headed by the Secretary of IFAD and is responsible for IFAD's governance and promoting effective relationship between IFAD and its Member States. SEC is composed of the Front Office, Documents and Languages Services (DLS), Conference and Meeting Services (CMS) and Governance and Membership Services (GMS). The corresponding services work together in support of the Fund's institutional governance, organizing formal and informal sessions of IFAD's governing bodies, from the Governing Council to the Executive Board and subsidiary bodies, through the provision of a series of services and interactions ranging from official contact with Member States and potential Member States, provision of documentation for Governing Bodies in the four official languages of the Fund, organization of formal and informal governing body meetings and safeguarding multilingualism through the provision of translation and interpretation services. The Chief, Documents and Language Services (DLS) works under the direct supervision of the Secretary of IFAD.   Job Role The incumbent has the principal responsibility to lead the delivery of highest editorial and linguistics standards of all IFAD documentation and related language services including editing, translation, terminology and interpretation. They are also responsible for the overall planning of all aspects related to documentation for formal and informal meetings of IFAD's governing bodies and for leading the team of language professionals and assistants working in the four official languages of IFAD: Arabic, English, French and Spanish. They will also be responsible for identifying, implementing and managing the use new digital tools to support language services delivery, including workflow platforms, translation management systems, machine-assisted translation and AI-enabled solutions, while assuring quality output within a restricted financial envelope.   Key Functions and Results 1. STRATEGIC CHANGE AND KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT: The incumbent will: - Ensure SEC-DLS acts as a proactive unit in the identification and implementation of strategic changes, building the reputation and image of SEC and SEC-DLS as a strategic and innovative partner. - Be responsible for monitoring ongoing practices and designing, developing and executing changes in SEC-DLS in line with IFAD's evolving corporate strategies and market best practices. - Provide guidance and consultation to the Director to ensure change and knowledge management in SEC-DLS are inform and are be informed by the overall SEC strategy and activities. - Keep under review the impact of change in SEC-DLS. The Chief of the Documents and Language Services Unit (SEC-DLS) is responsible for promoting multilingualism and plays a key role in the exchange of information between IFAD and Member States with regard to IFAD's commitment to multilingualism. This includes the commitment to ensure consistency of messaging across languages, and providing advice and guidance on language matters, including managing risk (e.g. reputational, compliance) in multilingual communications. 2. STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT OF DOCUMENTS AND LANGUAGE SERVICES OPERATIONS: The incumbent is responsible for all aspects related to documents and language services operations, including editing, translation, revising, proof-reading, post-editing, to ensure high-quality, timely and cost-effective service delivery of documents in the four IFAD official languages, i.e. Arabic, English, French and Spanish. This includes, but is not limited to: - Oversee all aspects of documents and language services operations including document differentiation, workload planning, workflows, budgeting, staffing, vendor contracts, training, performance metrics, consistency across languages, and quality assurance. - Develop and implement templates, manuals, policies, procedures, standards, and best practices for documents and language consistency across IFAD. - Develop the work programme of SEC-DLS, including the detailed assignment and review of priorities. - Analyse, modify and update roles, responsibilities and activities of the unit ensuring alignment of SEC-DLS with IFAD's evolving corporate strategic objective. Manage the implementation of all change and development-related plans agreed for the units; review, refine and amend these plans as necessary. - Set standards and establish quality assurance mechanisms fully utilizing the skills and roles of the language specialists. Ensure that suitable candidates are identified and tested as viable external language specialists. - Develop and monitor the effectiveness of operational procedures, ensuring that standards of efficiency, quality and timeliness are maintained in the execution of activities undertaken. - Identify and incorporate changes to current work methods to better address workload demands. - Develop a strong professional relationship with colleagues inside and outside the Organization. - Develop and strengthen technical collaboration, exchange of experience and methodological approaches with IFIs, other United Nations agencies and intergovernmental organizations. - Keep under constant review the need for change and development of SEC-DLS, making recommendations for, and managing the implementation of, improvements as appropriate. 3. FOSTER INNOVATION AND USE OF TECHNOLOGY: The incumbent fosters innovation and use of technology (e.g. translation tools, translation management systems, workflow solutions and platforms, terminology databases, machine-assisted translation and AI-enabled solutions) to improve efficiency and quality. 4. STRATEGIC PLANNING, MONITORING AND REPORTING: The incumbent supports the Director in divisional strategic planning, as well as monitoring the Divisional Management Plan, the Divisional Mid-Term Plan and the budgetary resources under their purview.  They also perform other monitoring and reporting activities to enhance the Division's performance and facilitate the strategic decision-making process. This includes but is not limited to: - Identify areas of high and low results through data analytics, and benchmarking against other IFIs and International organizations. - Outline a roadmap for the short- and long-term management of activities and changes, related to the operations of IFAD's documents and language services. - Monitor and report on divisional and corporate key performance indicators, analysing trends, identifying changes required, mitigating actions to be taken and making strategic recommendations. - Develop the annual budget for DLS and manage the effective use of the funds allocated. - Proactively support the Secretary of IFAD in strategic planning and oversight activities and resource allocation analysis. - Liaise with documents and language services of sister organizations and IFIs with a view to identifying best practices and opportunities for streamlining and enhancing efficiency and effectiveness of the services. 5. MANAGERIAL FUNCTIONS: The incumbent manages a team of internal staff and external language specialists and is accountable for integrity, transparency, and equity in the management of IFAD resources and assumes management responsibility for the operations of SEC-DLS in terms of human and financial resources, ensuring conformity with defined outcomes and objectives. This includes: - People management through recruitment, performance and career management of staff while meeting the needs of IFAD. Lead, manage and motivate staff, evaluating performance, mentoring, coaching and ensuring professional development and that staff members' competencies are developed. Oversee and ensure the use of human resources; assess their adequacy; and recommend changes, if and as required, to the Secretary of IFAD. - Resource management by providing strategic and technical advice and ensuring that best practices  are continuously identified, documented and made available to colleagues. - Information technology management by leveraging process management functionality for improved business results, simplification of transaction and reporting processes and improved client service.   Key Performance Indicators The impact of this role is both conceptual and managerial. The actions of the incumbent include delivering results that affect core corporate services to IFAD's governing bodies and are crucial to IFAD as a whole. Their actions are recognized throughout the organization and establish corporate standards. The key performance indicators for incumbent includes leadership in analysis and development of these services, strategic recommendations of a managerial nature and decisions on major operational questions concerning the approach to the delivery of the services provided by the Documents and Language Services Unit.   Working Relationships The incumbent is focused on serving as a credible and innovating voice in the Fund providing authoritative technical expertise and recommendations on the delivery of core corporate services. They are required to liaise regularly with specialized networks of IFIs and UN organizations at the global level (including RBAs) and international associations representing language services providers for updates, sharing of knowledge and expertise and negotiations on working and contractual conditions.   Job Profile Requirements Organizational Competencies: Level 2: - Building relationships and partnerships - Builds and maintains strategic partnerships internally and externally - Communicating and negotiating - Acquires & uses a wide range of communication styles & skills - Demonstrating leadership - Leads by example; initiates and supports change - Focusing on clients - Contributes to a client-focused culture - Learning, sharing knowledge and innovating - Challenges, innovates & contributes to learning culture - Managing performance and developing staff - Manages wider teams with greater impact on others and on the organization - Managing time, resources and information - Coordinates wider use of time, information and/or resources - Problem-solving and decision-making - Solves complex problems and makes decisions that have wider corporate impact - Strategic thinking and organizational development - Staff in management and/or strategic leadership roles - Team working - Fosters a cohesive team environment   Education: - Level - Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) from an accredited institution in a technically relevant area. The advanced university degree may be substituted by a relevant first university degree and a specialized professional certification. - Areas - Linguistics, communications, language studies, business or public administration, social sciences or related fields. Degree must be an accredited institution listed on https://www.whed.net/home.php .   Experience: - At least ten (10) years of progressively responsible professional experience. - Three (3) years- experience in leading management operations in a multi-lateral development bank or international financial institution, investment bank or United Nations organization providing support on a global scope. - Professional experience in managing support to governing bodies, with a particular focus of organizing documentation for multilateral meetings, conference and seminars, and in language services. - Proven experience in planning, managing human and financial resources as well as organizational change. - Knowledge of Machine-Assisted-Translation tools and other related technologies is highly desirable. - Experience in handling multiple tasks with tight deadlines and often changing/conflicting priorities. - Proven negotiation skills with different clients and within different contexts. - Experience with technological tools related to Language Services. Languages: - Required English (4 - Excellent)  - Desirable: French, Spanish, or Arabic (3 - Good)  Skills: - Advocacy: Ability to leverage IFAD knowledge and/or communication materials to maintain and promote constructive dialogue around IFAD`s vision and strategic priorities to external actors - IFAD governance & mandate: In depth knowledge of IFAD`s governance structure, mandate, strategic priorities and technical work - Languages: Strong technical know-how and professional expertise related to Arabic, English, French, Spanish translation of official written documents and correspondence on a wide variety of topics, accurately, consistently and faithfully to the spirit of the original meaning and style. - Policy dialogue: Know-how in the representation of IFAD as a trusted and strategic partner; effective consultations with IFAD counterparts - like ministries and governmental bodies at all administrative levels, donors, civil society - UN and IFI documentation & processes: Knowledge of the relevant policies, rules, regulations and guidelines on document processing and distribution within the UN and other IFIs - Risk management (e.g. reputational): Identification and assessment of potential liabilities and risks in IFAD's activities, particularly vis-à-vis third parties; ability to handle risks via contingency and mitigation strategies - Stakeholder management: Strong alignment capabilities and consultation skills, building on effective interactions and relationships with different stakeholders (e.g. for the co-creation of communication material with member states) and ability to build and maintain a strong network (e.g. with journalists, media outlets, etc.) - Change management: Role modelling, anticipation of key risks & conflicts and formulation of contingency plans/solutions, action-oriented - Client orientation: Strong critical thinking combined with communication skills to liaise between the business and technologies to understand business problems and needs, document requirements and identify solutions - Confidentiality & Discretion: Establishes self and division as trusted advisor to internal stakeholders by maintaining high level of discretion and confidentiality in assignments; demonstrates sound judgement when dealing with sensitive and/or confidential matters; drives good governance and is a "Culture Carrier" demonstrating IFAD institutional conscience through his/her work. - Leadership: Group thought leader, sought out by others and providing mentorship and effective guidance to others; Ability to build trust, inside and outside the organization by acting as a role model for IFAD's core values and competencies, and to provide a clear sense of direction, mentorship and effective guidance to the team, strategizing the IFAD's goals, giving the vision, empowering the team and ensuring a positive environment for all. - Political acumen: Ability to conduct sound political analysis and understand complex environments, providing options and advice - Verbal communication: Clear, succinct and convincing verbal communication; highly professional, balanced and diplomatic language - Written communication: Clear, succinct and convincing written communication in the language needed for specific role; highly professional, balanced and diplomatic language (e.g. for drafting of position papers, briefings, etc.) - Programme/Project development, management: Know-how in Programme/Project development, implementation, management   Other Information Representatives or alternate representatives of Member States on the IFAD Executive Board, Governors or alternate governors to the IFAD Governing Council and other Member States Permanent Representatives and their Alternates to IFAD (collectively ''IFAD Member States Representatives'') who apply for or take up any type of employment with IFAD may do so only after a twelve-month period has elapsed after the effective date of cessation of their IFAD Member States Representatives responsibilities as established in the notification of termination of functions communicated through the official channels. 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IFAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic, social or political background, colour, nationality, religion, age, gender, disability, marital status, family size or sexual orientation in line with its [Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Strategy](https://webapps.ifad.org/members/eb/134/docs/EB-2021-134-R-9.pdf) and the [Policy to prevent and respond to sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse](https://www.ifad.org/documents/38711624/42415556/SEA_e_web.pdf/85275c4d-8e3f-4df0-9ed8-cebaacfab128?t=1611326846000).  Please be aware of fraudulent job offers. IFAD does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Official communication from IFAD will always come from e-mails ending in @ifad.org In accordance with IFADs provisions, all new staff members will normally be placed at the first step in the grade level for which they have been selected. For information on IFADs remuneration package, please visit [IFADs compensation and benefits page on our website](https://www.ifad.org/en/work-with-us/compensation-and-benefits). Applicants are invited to use the ICSC compensation calculator to estimate the salary and benefit entitlements. [ See here. ](https://commonsystem.org/cp/calc.asp) In the interest of making most cost effective use of funds and resources, we are only able to respond to applicants who are short-listed for interview. Candidates who do not receive any feedback within three months should consider their application unsuccessful. Long-listed candidates will be required to participate in a pre-screening interview. Short-listed candidates will be required to participate in a technical and competency-based interview and may be required to take a written test and/or to deliver a presentation. Non-selected candidates who have been shortlisted, interviewed and found suitable in this competitive selection process may be included in IFAD's appointable roster and considered for future positions in the same job family and grade level, in line with IFAD's applicable provisions. Candidates included in the appointable roster will be notified by IFAD. 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