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Requisition ID : 35163 Office Country : United Kingdom Office City : London Division : Policy and Partnerships Contract Type : Fixed Term Contract Length : 4 years with potential to renew for a further 4 years.
Posting End Date : 26/11/2024 Purpose of Job The MD, Climate Strategy and Delivery is part of the Vice Presidency of Policy and Partnerships (VP3) Management Team.
The MD is responsible for driving the development and implementation of the EBRD's Green Economy Transition (GET) approach, setting the ambition and direction for the next Strategic & Capital Framework (SCF)'s green agenda, and ensuring the alignment of the Bank's activities with the principles of international climate agreements.
The role is responsible both for shaping the organisation required to deliver on the climate and nature action agenda, and for leading and managing delivery.
Working closely with colleagues across the Bank, the MD will maximise the Bank's green transition impact by combining financing, policy engagement and capacity building – supporting progress towards green, low-carbon, resilient and nature-positive economies in our Countries of Operations through high GET investment levels and maximizing private sector leverage to deliver financing at scale.
The MD will also work closely with Climate colleagues in other international institutions and play a part in promoting the EBRD's climate work externally.
This shall be a fixed-term appointment for an initial period of 4 years.
Facts / Scale Budget: £6.5 million; Number of direct reports: 4-5; Number of team members: Climate Strategy and Delivery group is c.70 and Regional Policy and Strategy team is c.60.
Main interfaces / relationships: First Vice President Client Services Group, Vice President Banking and Client Services Group Managing Directors; Environment and Sustainability Department Managing Director; Chief Economist; Managing Director, Corporate Strategy and Director, Operations Committee; Relevant senior counterparts at fellow IFIs and MDBs.
Accountabilities & Responsibilities Responsible for the development and implementation of EBRD strategy and activity in the transition of its countries of operations to green, low carbon, resilient and nature positive economies including setting objectives, development areas, funding strategy, staffing, monitoring of delivery and communications.
Coordinate with other department across the Bank to set the direction and ambition of the Strategic & Capital Framework's green priority.
Responsible for working closely with Banking sector and regional teams to support the delivery of the Bank's ambitious green investment goals.
Responsible for driving cross sectoral collaboration in areas such as water infrastructure and agribusiness.
Responsible for defining and delivering the Bank's green policy agenda.
Responsible for the alignment of the Bank's operations with the Paris Agreement goals.
Responsible for continual improvements in integrity, governance and operational efficiency.
Active representation of EBRD in relevant forums.
Jointly oversee the management of the Bank's Regional Policy and Strategy team.
Champion and role model the Bank's Behavioural Competencies and Corporate Behaviours.
Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications Relevant academic background at post-graduate level or equivalent combination of academic or professional qualifications.
Strong strategic analysis and formulation skills in the climate and green economy area.
Extensive knowledge of climate change (mitigation and adaptation) and nature finance and investment.
Experience in leading policy reform dialogue with government authorities and international financial institutions/EU.
Familiarity with global climate and green policy and trends.
Ability to integrate private sector financing skills with global public Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Strong leadership, management and communication skills.
Experience in change management and oversight of transformation activities.
Demonstrable client relationship management skills.
Strong negotiation skills.
Strong collaboration skills.
Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
Knowledge of one or more languages of the transition region is desirable.
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.
Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts.
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.
The EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities.
The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply.
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.
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