Intern

Role overview

Under the supervision of the Adviser to the Managing Director of PSD, and in close cooperation with all of PSD Front Office, the intern will support the smooth functioning of the Front Office.

• Support the day-day function of the PSD Front Office, including coordinating and drafting briefing notes for senior management as required, assisting with the MD\’s speaking engagements at conferences and internal events, and participation in key committees;
• Perform data management and analytical tasks related to the analysis and tracking of policy engagement across EBRD, with a view to enhance the systemic impact of policy advisory / technical cooperation activities and integrate policy engagement with transactions etc; working with departments across the Bank that engage in policy work to ensure accuracy and quality reporting of policy advisory / TC activities.
• May support operational matters related to strategic technical cooperation / policy advisory activities;
• Perform ad-hoc research and analysis of policy engagement / strategic issues that contribute to high level strategic documents of the department;
• Playing a coordination role in PSD communications work plan, which entails, among others, managing internal intranet updates, writing internal and external posts and presentations, helping senior management handle their social media accounts, and coordinating report production, publication and promotion.

Key skills required

• Proven organisational and analytical skills;
• Ability to multitask, lead on projects under the guidance of the Adviser and get engaged in complex issues;
• Good understanding and interest in the issues of economics, policy and financial investments, and familiarity with the EBRD region;
• Excellent written (report writing, editing, correspondence) and verbal communication skills in English;
• Excellent quantitative/numerical skills;
• Advanced computer skills (in particular, MS Excel, MS List and PowerPoint, web content management systems);
• A can-do attitude and excellent people skills.

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

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

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

The EBRD environment provides you with:

• Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in.
• A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity. Our workforce reflects a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, bringing fresh ideas, energy, and innovation and enhancing our ability to serve our clients, shareholders, and counterparties effectively.
• A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals; that is based on trust, flexibility and connectedness.
• An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do.
• A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits.

Diversity is one of the Bank\’s core values which are at the heart of everything it does. As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic background or disability.

Please note, that due to the high volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted (for further consideration).

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