Requisition ID 34765 Office Country Belgium Office City Brussels Division Corporate Strategy Contract Type Intern Contract Length 06 months Posting End Date 25/06/2024
Purpose of Job
The EBRD EU Representative Office in Brussels has overall responsibility for overseeing and coordinating the Bankโs relations with EU institutions and Brussels-based stakeholders, and for facilitating the deepening and widening of the Bankโs strategic, policy and operational engagement with the EU.
The office promotes the EBRDโs position as a preferred partner on private sector development matters, and ensures an effective and coordinated EBRD engagement with EU institutions across sectors and countries of relevance to the Bank.
Accoutabilities and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Principal Manage the Intern will;
- Support the analysis of and engagement on EU policies and initiatives in the context of the new multiannual financial framework, such as Global Europe/NDICI, InvestEU, the European Green Deal, Global Gateway;
- Support on communication activities (internal and external) to raise the profile of the EBRD and its EU Representative Office;
- Attend relevant events and report back to management;
- Participate in internal and external meetings where appropriate
- Support to the team both on policy engagement and communication outreach Provide occasional admin and coordination support to other project activities.
Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Academic/Professional Qualifications
- Degree or equivalent experience
Experience
- Experience in engaging with EU institutions/international organisation is a plus
Knowledge and skills
- Fluency in English; French is a plus;
- Knowledge of EU institutions and understanding of development policy;
- Ability to work independently while also knowing when to seek advice;
- Ability to operate in a multi-cultural environment with changing priorities.
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 Bankโs 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.
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).
- Experience in engaging with EU institutions/international organisation is a plus
- Degree or equivalent experience