Principal, Policy & Ethics (London, GB)

Requisition ID 35598 Office Country United Kingdom Office City London Division OCCO Full-Time/Part-Time​ Full Time Contract Type Regular Contract Length Posting End Date 13/05/2025

Purpose of Job

The Principal, Policy and Ethics (PPE), helps to protect the Bank’s integrity by ensuring that the core Bank ethics and integrity policies, procedures and guidelines within the responsibility of the Policy and Ethics (PE) Team within OCCO are current, of the highest quality, consistent with good international practice and with that of other Multilateral Development Banks.

The principal role of the PPE is to contribute to the development and effective implementation of policies, rules and procedures, and training programmes to minimise the Bank’s exposure to Personal Conduct Risks. In addition, the PPE is expected to regularly provide advice and guidance to Bank Personnel and Board Officials on matters of ethics, including conflicts of interests, and on the interpretation and application of the Codes of Conduct and the Whistleblowing Policy. In addition, the PPE is required to lead the development of the various training programmes (both in-person and virtual) and deliver training on all policies within the responsibility of the Head of, Policy and Ethics (HPE).

The mission of the Office of the Chief Compliance Officer (OCCO) is to protect the integrity and reputation of the Bank, to promote ethical standards of behaviour and to strengthen the Bank’s accountability and transparency, consistent with industry practice, in all its operations. OCCO assists in identifying, assessing, and monitoring Integrity Risks and Personal Conduct Risks arising from failure to comply with the Bank’s standards and policies and contributes, in an independent manner, to the Bank’s effective management of such risks. OCCO reports through the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) to the President of the Bank, and the HPE reports to the CCO.

Within this context, the PE Team within OCCO oversees the Bank’s approach to Personal Conduct Risks by establishing, communicating, monitoring, and implementing a clear set of rules regarding the required ethical conduct of Bank Personnel, Board Officials and other individuals closely connected to the Bank’s operations, and by taking appropriate corrective action in the event of a breach. The Bank rightfully expects that all individuals closely connected to its operations observe high standards of integrity and personal conduct and act with honesty and propriety.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Accountable to, and supervised by, the HPE. Assists in the development and implementation of the core Bank policies, procedures and guidelines within the responsibility of the Head of Policy and Ethics (HPE). Provides substantive input into other related Bank policies and procedures which are within the responsibility of other Bank departments (e.g. the Procurement Policies and Rules, various IT/IS policies and procedures). Provides guidance to the Board, management and staff on the interpretation/ application of the Bank’s Codes of Conduct, Whistleblowing Policy as well as that of other integrity-related Bank policies, procedures and guidelines. Provides guidance and support to the President and the Ethics Committee in connection with the authorisations requested under the Bank’s Codes of Conduct; Provides effective training to Board Officials, management and staff on the core ethics and integrity policies and procedures; Assists in the preparation of various OCCO reports and /or contributions to the Bank’s flagship publications; and Undertakes special initiatives/projects and other ad hoc assignments as requested by the HPE.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

A post graduate degree in law, finance, banking or accounting (or equivalent); Experience in policy development and interpretation within the context of international organisations. Experience in ethics and institutional integrity would be an advantage. Experience in developing and delivering professional training programs. Experience of working in diverse team(s) and practice areas within a multi-national organisation environment. A high degree of professionalism, integrity and independence, as well as gravitas. Excellent English language drafting skills and ability to communicate clearly and concisely; familiarity with other languages used in EBRD’s countries of operation is a definite advantage. Good presentation skills with ability to conduct training courses at all levels within EBRD. Exemplary diplomacy and liaison skills, established peer network and proven ability to communicate with and manage EBRD stakeholders. Understanding of EBRD’s mission, mandate and processes.

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