Intern

Job title:

Intern

Company

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development

Job description

European Bank for Reconstruction & DevelopmentThis internship is likely to be circa 5 months, starting in July and ending December 2025, with the potential of further extension until June 2026.Purpose of JobThe Intern provides technical assistance and support to G&EI team responsible for designing and assessing a coherent set of interventions, including investments as well as policy engagements through technical cooperation assignments, which promote gender and economic inclusion in the EBRD Countries of Operations (COOs). The team is also assessing the impact of gender and inclusion-related interventions, mainstreaming gender and inclusion internally, delivering capacity building and training, and enhancing data collection and reporting.G&EI consists of a team of around 35 gender and inclusion experts based across Headquarter and ROs. It leads on the design and delivery of the Bank’s Strategy for the Promotion of Gender Equality and its Equality of Opportunity Strategy across all areas and geographies of the Bank’s operations and policy engagements.Promoting equality of opportunity through access to skills and employment, finance and entrepreneurship and support for women, young people and other under-served communities is one of the three cross-cutting strategic themes of the Bank.G&EI is part of the Vice Presidency for Policy and Partnerships, and within that the Policy and Strategy Delivery department (PSD). PSD consists of approximately 120 staff that support policy engagement across the Bank’s transition qualities (except for green), political assessments, country strategy development and economic assessments as well as to support the Bank’s compliance with Article 1.Accoutanbilities & Responsibilities– Provide technical input at any stage of the project cycle (from project design and assessment to post-signing monitoring) of investments with gender and/or inclusion components by collecting and analysing background data to support project scoping, due diligence and structuring, and drafting of relevant documents;
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Provide technical input in the development and implementation of TC projects, incl. conducting background desk research, drafting ToRs, collecting input for donor reporting, etc;–
Provide technical input in the preparation of sector-wide assessments and project impact assessments and measurements for gender and inclusion issues incl. sectoral baselines, benchmark setting, etc;– Support specialists in the development of policy engagement activities and capacity building tools
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Contribute to the preparation of communications and knowledge products, through conducting background research and drafting of (parts of) website articles, position papers and studies;–
Support the team and the Bank’s senior management in preparing and/or participating in internal and external events, such as drafting of briefing notes, presentations and speeches; organising brown bag lunches, panels at HQ and Annual Meetings, etc;–
Contribute to compilation and maintenance of relevant datasetsKnowledge, skills, experience & Qualifications– A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in economics, gender studies, international development or a related field from a leading university;
– Strong analytical, quantitative and qualitative skills, including knowledge of Excel and methods used in social research. Facility with other database/analytic software (eg Stata; MatLab) and information providers (e.g. Bankscope, Orbis, Bloomberg, FAO stat, WTO tariffs and World Bank WDI) would be an advantage;
– Excellent written and oral communication skills in English;
– Good IT skills, including use of presentational software, good command of Excel VBA, R and/or Python, AI tools such as MS Copilot, and Visio.
– Familiarity with the EBRD region of operations and work or study experience in the region is helpful;
– Knowledge of one or more languages of the region is an advantage;
– Results oriented with good time management skills and ability to devise creative solutions;
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with EBRD staff and clients from a variety of backgroundsWhat is it like to work at the EBRD? / About EBRDOur 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).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.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 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.Sector: Nonprofit/Community/Social Services/International CooperationRole: OtherWorking hours (%): 80-100% / 100%Job type: Internship

Expected salary

Location

London

Job date

Wed, 14 May 2025 22:15:18 GMT

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