European Bank for Reconstruction & Development About the Role We are looking for a motivated Associate to join our Environment and Sustainability Department (ESD). In this role, you will independently support the Bank's Environmental and Social Policy (ESP) commitments, focusing on environmental and social appraisal, monitoring, and reporting for projects and activities across various sectors, primarily mining and biofuels, but also manufacturing and services, agribusiness, energy and infrastructure. Key Responsibilities - Assess project environmental and social risks and impacts, and ESP compliance. - Assess project alignment with the Paris Agreement and green finance attribution. - Align projects with the ESP and monitor implementation. - Conduct analytical, scientific, and technical reviews and appraisals, develop methodologies, and manage data. - Support negotiation of environmental and social contract terms and contribute to internal and external publications. - Coordinate meetings and events, and liaise with internal and external stakeholders. - Build internal and external capacity by producing fact sheets and delivering brief information sessions. - Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal processes, data management, and reporting methodologies. - Work in line with the Bank's Behavioural Competencies and Corporate Behaviours. What We Are Looking For - A degree in environmental and/or social sciences, economics, engineering, or related fields, or equivalent professional experience. - Experience in appraising environmental and social risks and impacts across various projects and sectors. - Experience appraising environmental and social risks and impacts in the mining sector. - Experience working on environmental topic areas, e.g. biodiversity, air and water pollution. - Experience working in Sub-Saharan Africa will be an advantage. - Experience applying international environmental and social standards (e.g., EBRD Environmental and Social Requirements, IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles). - Familiarity with financing instruments and environmental and social policy areas. - Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. - Excellent time management and organisational skills. - Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and in a team. - Excellent written and spoken English; additional languages of EBRD countries of operation are advantageous. 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. 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. 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