Analyst, Civil Society Engagement  

Purpose of Job

Analyst is responsible for assisting CSE team in facilitating engagement with non-governmental organisations, (NGOs) and other civil society stakeholders at an institutional level and, under the guidance of the Head and/or Principal/Associate Manager. He/she also assist with the CSE members in designing and implementing Technical Cooperation (TC) projects and coordinating project and policy related information disclosure and correspondence. The Analyst also assists the team in organising consultations and outreach events at Resident Offices (ROs) and Headquarters (HQ).

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

•    Conducts background research and drafts analytical pieces for internal briefings on CSO issues to be presented to senior management and Board.
•    Assists CSE members in initiating, maintaining and expanding relations with CSO contacts across EBRD region. Conduct research for background checks of civil society organisations.
•    Identify and network with new CSOs and local and international counterparts dealing with civil society issues to respond to the changes in the CSO sector and ensure that relevant organisations receive accurate information about the Bank’s activities and operations in the region.
•    Verify, update and expand the database of CSO contacts and maintain CSO information request database; 
•    Technical Cooperation Projects: 
–    Assist the team in developing, coordinating and implementing TC projects across EBRD region devoted to capacity building enhancement of CSO, including administrative and technical aspects including to; 
–    Establish and maintain accurate and up-to-date records on all TC projects on TCRS and the J drive, including recording key documents, contact details and notable communications
–    Coordinate follow-up actions on Grant Review comments
–    Prepare and submit internal and external requests for funding
–    In close cooperation with PODD, manage the procurement process of TC projects, including the preparation of relevant documents and contracts
–    Coordinate with consultants to ensure the timely submission of deliveries and subsequent administration of payments
–    Coordinate the timely submission of progress and completion reports to DP, 
–    Coordinate and process contract amendments and extensions 
•    Management of data recording and analysis of correspondence in line with the Access to Information Policy;
•    Monitor and manage the CSO Inbox
•    Communication: Under limited supervision, prepare regular communications products, such as a quarterly CSO Newsletter and annual factsheets, provide updates for web pages, social media platforms and intranet pages on a regular basis;
•    Coordinate internal communications within VP3 and with other teams as required;
•    Conduct media and social media monitoring of issues of relevance for civil society. 

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

•    Graduate experience in a relevant environment/institution.
•    Relevant work experience, TC, knowhow and knowledge of the Bank.
•    Good research, analytical and drafting skills.
•    Sound interpersonal and co-ordination skills.
•    Excellent written and spoken English and good knowledge of one or more regional languages essential.
•    Computer Literate: Windows XP (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

What is it like to work at the EBRD?

Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation, and use your talents to make a real difference to people’s lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in. 

The EBRD environment provides you with:

• Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in;
• A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity;
• An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital  transformation at the heart of what we do.

Diversity is one of the Bank’s core values which are at the heart of everything it does.  A diverse workforce with the right knowledge and skills enables connection with our clients, brings pioneering ideas, energy and innovation. The EBRD staff is characterised by its rich diversity of nationalities, cultures and opinions and we aim to sustain and build on this strength. As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities.  As an inclusive employer, we promote flexible working and expecting our employee to attend the office 50% of their working time.

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