Senior Officer CSD

Requisition ID 32977 Office Country United Kingdom Office City London Division Policy and Partnerships Contract Type Regular Contract Length Posting End Date 17/02/2023

Purpose of Job

The Senior TC Officer contributes to the smooth running of the team’s business activities by providing administrative assistance to team members involved in all phases of the TC project cycle, including project origination, structuring, execution, implementation and monitoring. The Senior TC Officer takes responsibility for tasks assigned to them by more senior members of the project team, interacting with internal and external clients, service providers and stakeholders as needed.

Background

The Senior TC Officer reports to Associate, Bilaterals and Grant Management (“the TC lead”) in the Climate Strategy and Regional Delivery team within CSD. The TC function of CSD is a proactive unit responsible for daily administration and overall management of TC and non-TC grants. The Officer will work as part of the TC function to assist Operation Leaders with procurement and all aspects of contract management, completing donor reporting, processing of invoices and managing the necessary internal approval processes.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the TC lead for CSD, provide support for the following team responsibilities: Assist with TC and non-TC submissions within the internal processes, ensuring that all elements of submissions are made in time and that required approvals are gained. Support TC Operation Leaders throughout the TC procurement process, including requesting commitment of donor funds and submitting project requests in SMART GEP. Responsible for the the processing of TC client contributions. Responsible for TC invoicing – ensuring that invoices are circulated to Operation Leaders in a timely fashion and related TC deliverables are saved.Support with donor reporting requirements, as appropriate.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

A degree and/or equivalent business experience, recognised secretarial or business qualification, would be useful, but not is essential Relevant experience in a similar role, with experience of SMART GEP, TCRS and SAP an advantage. Fluent English, with excellent written and oral communication skills. Knowledge of another language from the EBRD region, both written and spoken, would be useful. Good level of numeracy, with strong organisational, administrative and analytical skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Knowledge and experience with Tableau and/or Office 365 applications would be an advantage. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and to prioritise and schedule tasks / workload in order to meet deadlines. Ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive issues.

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.