Purpose of Job
EBRD helps countries in their transition to sustainable market economies. The Results Management team enables the Bank to effectively manage activities to enhance their transition impact in the countries of operation and to report results to its internal and external stakeholders (Board of Directors, shareholders, donors, civil society etc.).
The Associate Counsellor, Results Management supports all components of the results management cycle and is responsible for:
Supporting the development and implementation of results frameworks on different levels of EBRD activities; reviewing and implementing appropriate measures of transition performance and results; and contributing to increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of the transition impact monitoring and data systems.
Contributing to an enhanced impact assessment, reporting and communication of transition impact results of the EBRD activities with in – depth analysis of performance and impact assessment and clearly articulated written input into relevant internal and external documents prepared for various stakeholders and donors.
Accountabilities & Responsibilities
Design of results frameworks and appropriate measurements
Ensure quality and consistency within the area of responsibility in implementing results frameworks reflecting the updated Transition Concept and Theory of Change (ToC) in the specific area of specialisation, in coordination with other relevant departments across the Bank. These are applied at different levels of Bank activities, such as country strategies, policy initiatives and products, and investment and TC projects
Support application of the compendium of standardised results indicators in the internal systems, to enable monitoring and measuring results at various levels
Support the necessary updates of measures of performance, results and impact of Bank’s activities in consultation with all the relevant teams across the Bank, and externally with other IFIs/DFIs.
Results monitoring, portfolio and systems management
Contribute to the successful implementation of an improved Transition Impact Monitoring System (TIMS) for investment projects and coordinate the process of TIMS portfolio for quality and consistency assurance in monitoring in close collaboration with the relevant teams in EPG and banking portfolio management
Engage as required in the design and effective application of EBRD’s wider approach to improving processes, data and results management IT systems and applications to ensure effective integration of results monitoring and reporting on investments, capacity building and policy engagements, in collaboration with the relevant departments
Support strengthening capacity in transition results management across the Bank through training for EBRD staff to design, implement, monitor and report on investment and TC projects in an effective and consistent manner in line with the transition concept and the ToC.
Impact assessment and reporting
Primarily responsibility in preparing quality and timely analytical input in a specific area on transition performance and results story into EBRD documents, both for internal and external stakeholders (e.g. internal institutional reports, country level results reports)
Contribute to the design and preparation of in-depth performance and impact assessment analysis that will contribute to operational and institutional learning and building evidence for impact communication and reporting.
Prepare country based reports for allocated countries (e.g. Country Results Snapshots) and contribute to further enhancing results communication of Bank’s impact, in close coordination with other relevant units including the Communication department
Review evaluation reports prepared by the independent evaluation department (EvD) and prepare input and suggestions on evaluation related matters
Provide ad hoc support and conduct other tasks as requested by CSRM manager.
Qualifications & Skills / Experience & Knowledge
Master’s Degree in economics, business administration or related field
Strong analytical and synthesizing skills with the ability to interpret transition impact/micro-economic related information
Strong quantitative skills, a strong knowledge of analytical software and managing large micro-datasets is an advantage;
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English;
Experience in results-based project and portfolio management policies and practices and in managing project information management systems
Accuracy and timeliness in delivering high amount of work particularly for the regular internal reports
Ability to cope with pressure when regular reports coincide with significant increase in ad hoc tasks
Very good negotiation, problem solving and interpersonal communication skills to facilitate cross-departmental discussion and agreement on the results of the analysis.
Good understanding of EBRD mandate, strategic objectives, investment and technical assistance operations
Previous experience with results management and impact assessment studies at an IFI or international aid organisation or with an international consultancy is an advantage
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.
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