Analyst, GCF Prog. Implementation

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An international financial institution in London is seeking a candidate to support the implementation of GCF-funded blended finance Facilities and manage donor relations. The ideal candidate should have strong analytical skills, excellent English communication abilities, and experience in finance. This role also involves overseeing the implementation of technical cooperation for GCF-funded programmes.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexibility in working arrangements

Inclusive work culture

Qualifications

• Excellent English is essential, both written and spoken.
• Exposure to climate finance, donor-funded programmes, or blended finance structures is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of GCF-funded blended finance Facilities.
• Manage implementation of TC for GCF-funded Programmes.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Ability to adapt

Education

Strong academic background

Job description

Overview

Requisition ID 36121 Office Country United Kingdom Office City London Division Banking Sectors Contract Type Fixed Term Contract Length 2 years Posting End Date 05/10/2025

Responsibilities

1. Support implementation of GCF-funded blended finance Facilities/Programmes
   • Monitor deployment of the Facilities/Programmes;
   • Process incentives payments to ensure their compliance with the terms of documentation and the donors’ requirements, as well as to allow future auditing of the funds;
   • Prepare bespoke donor progress updates and reports and any other information needed for presentation to donors at Steering and Monitoring Committee Meetings under Facilities/Programmes, contribute to aggregated result reporting;
   • Respond to all queries related to Facilities/Programmes as far donor funding is concerned;
   • Ensure that implementation is in line with GCF Funds rules and internal Blended Finance Guidelines;
   • Comment on investment documentation related to the Facilities/Programmes;
   • Manage donors’ evaluation and audit processes of Facilities/Programmes;
   • Support fundraising, drafting, and negotiating with additional donors and other relevant stakeholders, especially on budget and results of FI donor funded programmes, where needed.
   • In fulfilment of this role, coordinate closely with GCF focal points, FI Business and Operation Leaders, relevant EBRD stakeholders, implementation consultants, and donors.
2. Manage and/or oversee implementation of TC for GCF-funded Programmes and stand-alone TC projects
   • Lead TC Grant Review process;
   • Support procurement of consultants needed to implement Programmes/Projects with procurement departments;
   • Support Operation Leaders (OLs) in managing consultants;
   • Lead or support TC-related fundraising, drafting, and negotiating with donors especially on budget and results, where needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Strong academic background;
• Relevant work experience;
• Strong numerical, analytical, and spreadsheet skills;
• Attention to detail and high degree of accuracy are essential;
• Excellent written (report drafting, correspondence) and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to take responsibility, work independently and proactively as a team member;
• Strong organisational and administrative skills and experience;
• Ability to prioritise work, adapt quickly to continuously changing priorities and learn on the job;
• Understand and enforce complex procedures;
• Excellent English is essential, both written and spoken;
• Exposure to climate finance, donor-funded programmes, or blended finance structures is an advantage

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).