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<p>Requisition ID 37012 Office Country Egypt Office City Cairo Division Banking Sectors Full-Time/Part-Time Full Time Contract Type Fixed Term Contract Length 4 years, with potential to renew for another 4 years Posting End Date 07/09/2026 Purpose of Job This position is one of several Sector AD Deputy Heads in Egypt. The role of Associate Director, Deputy Head of Egypt, Financial Institutions ( FI ) is intended (i) to support the Managing Director, SEMED (matrix manager) on all matters relating to Financial Institutions in Egypt, and as part of a core team of deputies supporting design and implementation of the business strategy for Egypt, and (ii) to support the business of Financial Institutions in Egypt, reporting to the Director, FI MEA, and working closely with all FI Directors on all FI sector related matters. The position is operating in a dynamic environment and represents a key element within both the sector and country management. To be effective in this role, the incumbent needs to exhibit a combination of maturity, extensive transactional banking experience, well-developed management skills and the flexibility to provide value added support in interactions with a broad range of internal (RO and HQ, especially Sector Directors) and external counterparties. Accountabilities &amp; Responsibilities Strategic Leadership &amp; Oversight • Support the SEMED Managing Director &amp; Head of Egypt in the effective and coordinated implementation of the country strategy and the achievement of annual targets in Egypt. • Take joint responsibility with the Managing Director, SEMED, for delivery of the Egypt Scorecard, and joint responsibility with the Managing Director, FI, and the Director, FI MEA for the delivery of the FI Egypt Scorecard. • Senior point of contact with financial sector clients, with responsibility to develop new business in close coordination with FI MEA Director, in line with the Country Strategy and business plan priorities. • Collaborate closely with the Deputy Head responsible for Government Relations as well as Deputy Heads responsible for other sectors in Cairo to ensure a strategic and integrated approach to the Bank s operations in Egypt. • Provide strategic oversight and guidance to drive the origination and execution of the Bank s programmes and investment projects, ensuring their quality, effectiveness, impact, and alignment with the Bank s mission and Egypt s development priorities. • In close coordination with the Regional Policy Lead, identify and implement policy initiatives to address business environment challenges and enhance investment opportunities in the Financial Sector. • Within the Egyptian financial sector, to lead with respect to enhancing EBRD s footprint, onboarding new clients, building the pipeline, executing the pipeline, and leading in financial sector public relations, all in coordination with the Managing Director, SEMED, the Managing Director, FI and the Director, FI MEA. • Coordinating staff management of junior bankers (analysts and associates) dedicated to the financial sector and within the remit of the Deputy Head, FI. Stakeholder Engagement &amp; Representation • Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders to maintain the Bank s visibility, credibility, and leadership in advancing private sector development in Egypt. • Contribute to the coordination of the Bank s stakeholder engagement efforts regarding policy developments impacting the Egyptian financial sector, ensuring alignment with EBRD strategies and priorities. • Representing the Bank at external forums and engage with business associations, industry groups and the media, ensuring the EBRD s voice remains influential in shaping Egypt s corporate policy and investment environment. Operational Management • Drive business operations and strengthen client engagement to maximise the impact of the Bank s financial sector activities in Egypt. • Lead and oversee the financial sector project pipeline, ensuring efficient deal origination, structuring, and execution in alignment with EBRD s strategy in Egypt. • Supervise the execution, coordination, and quality control of financial sector transactions, ensuring full compliance with EBRD s policies, procedures, and best practices. • Engage with senior management across the Bank to enhance coordination between sectors and units, optimising synergies and improving the quality of policy dialogues and investment project outcomes. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including SME Finance &amp; Development and Equity, to integrate financing, policy, and advisory activities ensuring a cohesive and strategic approach to the Bank s financial sector activities in Egypt. • Actively contribute to fundraising efforts for policy and project-related technical assistance and blended finance in the financial sector, working closely with the Donor Partnerships Unit. • Support the preparation and review of internal and external documents, ensuring high-quality briefings and reports for Bank management. • Oversee the organisation of visits by senior Bank officials, including meeting coordination, logistics, and stakeholder engagements, to ensure seamless execution. Risk &amp; Compliance Management • Identify and mitigate risks related to the Bank s operations and activities in Egypt, including through the regular Operational Risk Monitoring function, ensuring that potential risks are addressed proactively.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Extensive knowledge of the EBRD s operational guidelines, policies, and best practices, particularly in relation to country strategy delivery, project implementation, and risk management. Strong understanding of financial sector dynamics in Egypt, including private sector investment, governance, and the business environment. A deep knowledge of industry trends, challenges, and opportunities in Egypt s economy is essential, particularly in relation to private enterprise and sustainable growth. Proven ability to think strategically and contribute to high-level decision-making, with experience in developing and driving financial sector strategies that align with broader economic and development goals. Adept at ensuring the Bank s initiatives support Egypt s economic transition and foster private sector growth. Exceptional networking, relationship-building, and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence key stakeholders, including government bodies, industry associations, IFIs, business leaders, civil society, and the media. Capable of representing the Bank at the highest levels to drive strategic outcomes and advance financial sector activities. Proven experience in managing financial sector pipeline projects, from origination through to execution, including structuring, coordinating, and overseeing deal implementation. Ability to balance multiple priorities, ensuring projects meet targets and align with the Bank s strategies. Strong understanding of risk management principles, particularly as they relate to the financial sector, ensuring all transactions comply with local regulations and the Bank s operational guidelines. Experience in managing compliance, including overseeing procurement processes and ensuring adherence to organisational and regulatory standards. Integrity and ethical conduct, serving as a role model for the Bank s core values and behavioural competencies, ensuring the highest standards of professional behaviour across all activities. Capacity to drive and influence teams internally, fostering collaboration and aligning efforts to support the achievement of strategic objectives, both through direct leadership and by leveraging influence across the organisation. Demonstrated leadership and team management skills, with the ability to recruit, mentor, coach, and develop junior staff. Experience in fostering a high-performance team culture and promoting career growth within a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment. Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable. Bachelor s degree in economics, business administration, finance, or a related field. A higher degree in a similar discipline is desirable.</p>

<p>Requisition ID 37007 Office Country Egypt Office City Cairo Division Banking Countries of Operations Contract Type Fixed Term Contract Length 2 years Posting End Date 28/08/2026 Purpose of Job As a key member of the Managing Director s Front Office, the Principal Adviser advises and supports the Managing Director (MD) on a range of management, strategic and operational topics related to the activities of the MD s countries of operation within the region. The role supports the MD on cross-sectoral and institutional issues that span across the MD s region and provides input to a range of operational and strategic matters. The key objective is to help ensure effective and efficient management of the activities in the MD s region, in particular ensuring the quality of the output of the Groups, day-to-day functioning of the Business Groups and co-ordination with other departments/units in the Bank and external stakeholders. It is expected that the Principal Adviser will have a high commitment to the Bank s mandate and institutional goals combined with the ability to foster an environment conducive to technical excellence, lead/contribute to strategic thinking for the Bank and its sectors and/or countries, and provide leadership with a consistent approach towards staff, clients and shareholders. The Principal Adviser is a key position within the MD s Front Office encompassing a wide range of management and operational functions to support the MD s delivery of the strategic objectives of the region, including assisting the MD in managing the administrative operations within the MD s Front Office and supporting the Regional Directors and/ or Heads of Countries in operational and strategic tasks as appropriate. The Principal Adviser is an independent role and is expected to act as an interface between the MD s front office, teams/ ROs in the region, other departments/ units within the Bank, as well as external parties as assigned and delegated by the MD.</p><p>Accountabilities &amp; Responsibilities</p><p>Operational responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Main counterparties are the Regional Directors and Heads of Offices in the region, Sector and SME regional heads.</li><li>Works closely with the MD on various policy and operational issues, including input to strategy, presentations, co-ordination with other IFIs and donors, and ad hoc requests, including by proactive initiative, taking the lead when delegated, and keeping abreast of Bank-wide policies and matters that may be impactful for the MD s region and the Bank.</li><li>Supports the MD in managing the administrative operations within the MD s Front Office, including a supervisory role of the budget functions and HR related activities for the Group.</li><li>Work with the Regional Directors and/or Heads of Countries to address/resolve complex and/or sensitive issues requiring involvement of the MD s front office.</li><li>Provide assistance to the relevant Regional Directors and/ or Heads of Countries in their work with other departments within the Bank, ensuring that senior level contacts with other departments, stakeholders and constituencies are consistently maintained and information is shared as appropriate.</li><li>Assume responsibility for the preparation of regular portfolio/pipeline development reporting/ analysis for the MD to facilitate decision-making as well as input to working papers, briefings and presentations.</li><li>Review quality of pipeline project records, identify inconsistencies, and direct colleagues to implement adjustments to ensure adequate up-to-date maintenance of data used in strategic planning by the senior management in order to achieve Bank business objectives. Ensure the MD is briefed on any pertinent issues.</li><li>Monitor the regions performance against scorecard targets, identify variances, and liaise with colleagues and relevant departments to address concerns and improve data consistency, including for appraisal purposes.</li><li>Represent the MD, as required, at working committees, meetings and events, with an emphasis on sharing relevant information and developments.</li><li>Reviews and briefs the MD on relevant internal documentation; ensures adequate follow-up on any relevant issues as required and ensures quality control in respect of Bank documents.</li><li>Prepare or facilitate preparation of briefing packages for high level missions; presentations, marketing documentation, speeches, interviews, as required, for the MD in cooperation with the relevant teams.</li><li>Oversee the Groups' portfolio performance information and provide necessary updates and data as required by the MDs.</li><li>Organises and facilitates organisation of regional meetings and events such as off-site events, team retreats as applicable.</li></ul><p>Policy/strategic work:</p><ul><li>Participate and play an active role in Bank-wide discussions and work relating to strategic issues of the region.</li><li>Ensure that the MD is adequately informed and briefed on relevant policy dialogue initiatives and country or sector strategies and their impact on the region.</li><li>Develop and implement, or contribute to, various policy and strategic initiatives within the Business Group.</li><li>Manage SSF allocation for TC projects in the region including contribution in preparation of the SSF (bi) annual plan.</li></ul><p>Business Development:</p><ul><li>Prepare or facilitate preparation of presentations and marketing documentation in cooperation with the relevant Banking teams, including BDU, and other internal departments.</li><li>Assist the MD in coordinating and preparing business development events outside the Bank.</li></ul><p>Staff Management and Budget:</p><ul><li>Contribute to the resolution of HR-related issues within the Team.</li><li>Work with HR Department to assist the MDs in effective processing of any relevant HR issues.</li><li>Actively contribute to the implementation and monitoring of the engagement action plans for the Business Groups.</li><li>Assist the MD in business planning and budget negotiations as may be required from time to time.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Essential Skills, Experience &amp; Qualifications</p><ul><li>Principal level, relevant investment, finance or policy experience coupled with sound understanding of the Bank s mandate, processes and policies</li><li>Sound understanding and good knowledge of issues related to banking and RO management</li><li>Relevant university degree</li><li>Strong leadership, management, communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Proven business judgement and high ethical and professional standards</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage and complete transactions/policy projects</li><li>Excellent time and project management skills</li><li>Excellent business report writing skills</li><li>Excellent English language skills (both written and oral)</li><li>Relevant geographical experience</li></ul><p>Competencies &amp; Personal Attributes</p><ul><li>Strategic vision and thought leadership, ability to look beyond the immediate constraints and see the bigger picture</li><li>Ability to prioritise and manage multiple complex tasks with an emphasis on timely completion</li><li>Ability to persuade and influence a range of stakeholders, to negotiate and to bring others around to your point of view and reach constructive outcomes</li><li>Results oriented, self-motivated individual with pro-active approach</li><li>An analytical problem solver, with the ability to identify issues and work towards effective solutions in a methodical manner</li><li>A facilitator able to build and maintain effective working relationship within the Banking Department and across the organisation</li><li>High level of personal integrity</li><li>Attention to detail</li></ul>

<p>Purpose of Job</p><p><br></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>As a key member of the Managing Director’s Front Office, the Principal Adviser advises and supports the Managing Director (MD) on a range of management, strategic and operational topics related to the activities of the MD’s countries of operation within the region. The role supports the MD on cross-sectoral and institutional issues that span across the MD’s region and provides input to a range of operational and strategic matters. The key objective is to help ensure effective and efficient management of the activities in the MD’s region, in particular ensuring the quality of the output of the Groups, day-to-day functioning of the Business Groups and co-ordination with other departments/units in the Bank and external stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>It is expected that the Principal Adviser will have a high commitment to the Bank’s mandate and institutional goals combined with the ability to foster an environment conducive to technical excellence, lead/contribute to strategic thinking for the Bank and its sectors and/or countries, and provide leadership with a consistent approach towards staff, clients and shareholders.</p><p><br></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>The Principal Adviser is a key position within the MD’s Front Office encompassing a wide range of management and operational functions to support the MD’s delivery of the strategic objectives of the region, including assisting the MD in managing the administrative operations within the MD’s Front Office and supporting the Regional Directors and/ or Heads of Countries in operational and strategic tasks as appropriate.</p><p><br></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>The Principal Adviser is an independent role and is expected to act as an interface between the MD’s front office, teams/ ROs in the region, other departments/ units within the Bank, as well as external parties as assigned and delegated by the MD.</p><p><br></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Accountabilities &amp; Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Operational responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Main counterparties are the Regional Directors and Heads of Offices in the region, Sector and SME regional heads.</p><p>Works closely with the MD on various policy and operational issues, including input to strategy, presentations, co-ordination with other IFIs and donors, and ad hoc requests, including by proactive initiative, taking the lead when delegated, and keeping abreast of Bank-wide policies and matters that may be impactful for the MD’s region and the Bank.</p><p>Supports the MD in managing the administrative operations within the MD’s Front Office, including a supervisory role of the budget functions and HR related activities for the Group.</p><p>Work with the Regional Directors and/or Heads of Countries to address/resolve complex and/or sensitive issues requiring involvement of the MD’s front office.</p><p>Provide assistance to the relevant Regional Directors and/ or Heads of Countries in their work with other departments within the Bank, ensuring that senior level contacts with other departments, stakeholders and constituencies are consistently maintained and information is shared as appropriate.</p><p>Assume responsibility for the preparation of regular portfolio/pipeline development reporting/ analysis for the MD to facilitate decision-making as well as input to working papers, briefings and presentations.</p><p>Review quality of pipeline project records, identify inconsistencies, and direct colleagues to implement adjustments to ensure adequate up-to-date maintenance of data used in strategic planning by the senior management in order to achieve Bank business objectives. Ensure the MD is briefed on any pertinent issues.</p><p>Monitor the regions performance against scorecard targets, identify variances, and liaise with colleagues and relevant departments to address concerns and improve data consistency, including for appraisal purposes.</p><p>Represent the MD, as required, at working committees, meetings and events, with an emphasis on sharing relevant information and developments.</p><p>Reviews and briefs the MD on relevant internal documentation; ensures adequate follow-up on any relevant issues as required and ensures quality control in respect of Bank documents.</p><p>Prepare or facilitate preparation of briefing packages for high level missions; presentations, marketing documentation, speeches, interviews, as required, for the MD in cooperation with the relevant teams.</p><p>Oversee the Groups' portfolio performance information and provide necessary updates and data as required by the MDs.</p><p>Organises and facilitates organisation of regional meetings and events such as off-site events, team retreats as applicable.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><b>Essential Skills, Experience &amp; Qualifications</b></p><p><br></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Principal level, relevant investment, finance or policy experience coupled with sound understanding of the Bank’s mandate, processes and policies</p><p>Sound understanding and good knowledge of issues related to banking and RO management</p><p>Relevant university degree</p><p>Strong leadership, management, communication and interpersonal skills</p><p>Proven business judgement and high ethical and professional standards</p><p>Demonstrated ability to manage and complete transactions/policy projects</p><p>Excellent time and project management skills</p><p>Excellent business report writing skills</p><p>Excellent English language skills (both written and oral)</p><p>Relevant geographical experience</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li><br></li></ul>

<p>Independently analyse and appraise risks of EBRD s new and existing portfolio of debt transactions in the corporate sectors; identify required due diligence, recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures and transaction structures, including security, covenants, and pricing. Advise bankers and the Bank s Committees to ensure that banking projects comply with the Bank s sound banking mandate. The Corporate Finance Senior Risk Manager reviews portfolio projects, assigns credit ratings and communicates trends in the portfolio and lessons learned to management and peers for their broader strategic decision-making and bottom-up stress-testing. The Corporate Finance Senior Risk Manager is responsible to lead and coach associate risk officers, analysts and junior bankers rotating through Corporate and Project Finance Credit Risk Management Team. The Corporate Finance Senior Risk Manager may be required to deputise in the absence of the Head, Corporate Credit Risk Management Team.</p><p>Risk Management is the Bank s second line of defence, which is responsible for the independent identification, reporting and mitigation of risks. Corporate Finance Senior Risk Manager provides advice and presents recommendations to the Operations Committee, Small Business Investment Committee (SBIC)/ approves projects together with the Banking department under Delegated Authority, addressing credit concerns, remuneration, and seeks to minimise losses.</p><ul><li>Establish an independent and unbiased view on projects proposed to the Operations Committee / SBIC / under Delegated Authority and make clear recommendations, or approvals, on each proposal.</li><li>Analyse the key risks of each proposal and advise on risk mitigation measures, structures, tenor, security, covenants and condition precedents, to the project teams via credit notes. Be versed in climate risk issues that have an effect on new and existing operations, including risk mitigation and reputational issues. Appraise the validity and reliability of key assumptions of each proposal, including via involvement in the commissioning and review of independent due diligence and travel.</li><li>Deliver clear authoritative conclusions in the context of large volumes and tight timescales. Take responsibility for the credit risk of designated own portfolio.</li><li>Ensure projects comply with any relevant risk guidelines, prudential limits set by the Bank, and that appropriate ratings are assigned for probability of default and loss given default. Have the ownership of Risk data in the area of responsibility.</li><li>Exercise independent delegated authority, if granted, regarding portfolio actions (including certain waivers and amendments), and recommendations to senior management on matters requiring higher level approval (including transfers to corporate recovery, provisions and more significant restructuring, etc.).</li><li>Lead proactive and regular monitoring of the assigned portfolio counterparties arranged in sector clusters and countries and market developments. Actively and constructively engage with Banking and other relevant staff to ensure adequacy of front-line monitoring, coach Banking representatives when appropriate (including rotation in Corporate &amp; Project Finance Credit Risk Management).</li><li>In liaison with other Risk Management teams lead sector portfolio reviews and provide input to portfolio stress-tests. Collaborate with other members of staff; especially in the Banking Department, Finance, the Office of the General Counsel, Impact and colleagues in the Resident Office to ensure effective cross-departmental and business functioning.</li><li>Participate in various executive Bank committees - including the Operations Committee, SBIC, RiskCom etc.</li><li>Participate and contribute positively to various initiatives within Risk Management or bank-wide.</li><li>Be an agent of credit culture dissemination, including managing and mentoring of bankers on rotation.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Relevant experience in the corporate sectors with demonstrated deal experience across various sectors. Influencing skills in overseeing the Banking team s structuring of the transaction and articulation of any different views. Experience of structuring high yield loans and other financial instruments, in both corporate and project finance. May act as the risk expert for one or more corporate sectors and provide operational guidelines to the Banking teams and provide input into project selection and prioritisation. Proven skills and track record in autonomous decision-making capacity at a senior level in credit risk in high-risk environments. Deliver clear authoritative conclusions in the context of large volumes and tight timescales. Proven skills and track record in decision-making capacity in credit risk in high-risk environments. Strong written and spoken communication skills in English and good Excel knowledge. Advanced degree in finance, business, economics or equivalent on the job training. Demonstrate developing people management skills for junior staff under their coaching/ mentoring responsibility. Relevant banking and/or risk management experience is essential.</p>

<p>Requisition ID 36935 Office Country Egypt Office City Cairo Division Office of the General Counsel Contract Type Fixed Term Contract Length 3 years Posting End Date 07/08/2026 Role Overview EBRD s Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is at the core of EBRD s mandate to build sustainable and open market economies in the jurisdictions where it operates, ranging from Central and Eastern Europe and the Southern and Eastern Mediterranean to Central Asia. EBRD has also recently expanded its activities to specific countries in the Sub-Saharan Africa region. Deploying more than 15 billion of financing each year, EBRD is a leader in climate finance, including investments in renewables, green bonds and energy efficiency programs. It also supports small and medium-sized enterprises, infrastructure projects, local manufacturers and many others, with a focus on promoting the sustainable development of the private sector. OGC handles all legal aspects of EBRD s lending and investment transactions, provides legal advice for institutional and administrative matters and supports EBRD s policy development in its region through its legal transition program. OGC is currently recruiting for an outstanding lawyer to join the department's Associate Programme . The Associate will have the opportunity to contribute country, language and academic knowledge to support the institution and facilitate its operations. The position will be based in Cairo . It is expected that Cairo will be one of the 7 Regional Client Delivery Hubs of EBRD and will cover operations in the following countries: Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Tunisia, West Bank &amp; Gaza and Iraq (Region). Successful candidates will be offered a 3-year fixed term contract.</p><p>Accountabilities &amp; Responsibilities The Associate will be assigned to the OGC s Banking Operations group, which handles the legal aspects of EBRD s lending and investment operations.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>A law degree, and preferably also a (post-)graduate degree, from a leading university.</li><li>Typically between 3-5 years of prior work experience as a lawyer in private practice or in-house legal team ensuring familiarity with the areas of practice referenced above, specifically experience working on debt and/or equity transactions, including conducting legal research, drafting and negotiating legal documentation.</li><li>Professional experience gained in the Region, and/or in other EBRD s countries of operations would be an asset. Legal work experience gained in more than one jurisdiction is also an asset.</li><li>Excellent command of written and spoken English.</li><li>Demonstrated readiness to work in the Bank s countries/regions of operations and a keen interest in international development.</li><li>Excellent project management skills, ability to monitor and follow up on many activities concurrently under time constraints and ability to understand and manage priorities.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and client focus.</li></ul><p>Candidates from the following jurisdictions are eligible to apply: Albania, Armenia, Algeria, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Benin, Bosnia and Herzegovina , Bulgaria, Canada, China, Croatia, C te d'Ivoire, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark. Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, India, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Republic of Korea, Kosovo, Kyrgyz Republic, Latvia, Lebanon, Libya, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mexico, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russian Federation, San Marino, Senegal, Serbia, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, Uzbekistan.</p>

<p>Independently analyse and appraise risks of EBRD's new and existing portfolio of debt transactions in the corporate sectors; identify required due diligence, recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures and transaction structures, including security, covenants, and pricing. Advise bankers and the Bank’s Committees to ensure that banking projects comply with the Bank’s sound banking mandate. The Corporate Finance Senior Risk Manager reviews portfolio projects, assigns credit ratings and communicates trends in the portfolio and lessons learned to management and peers for their broader strategic decision-making and bottom-up stress-testing. The Corporate Finance Senior Risk Manager is responsible to lead and coach associate risk officers, analysts and junior bankers rotating through Corporate and Project Finance Credit Risk Management Team. The Corporate Finance Senior Risk Manager may be required to deputise in the absence of the Head, Corporate Credit Risk Management Team.</p><p>Risk Management is the Bank’s second line of defence, which is responsible for the independent identification, reporting and mitigation of risks. Corporate Finance Senior Risk Manager provides advice and presents recommendations to the Operations Committee, Small Business Investment Committee (SBIC)/ approves projects together with the Banking department under Delegated Authority, addressing credit concerns, remuneration, and seeks to minimise losses.</p><ul><li>Establish an independent and unbiased view on projects proposed to the Operations Committee / SBIC / under Delegated Authority and make clear recommendations, or approvals, on each proposal.</li><li>Analyse the key risks of each proposal and advise on risk mitigation measures, structures, tenor, security, covenants and condition precedents, to the project teams via credit notes. Be versed in climate risk issues that have an effect on new and existing operations, including risk mitigation and reputational issues. Appraise the validity and reliability of key assumptions of each proposal, including via involvement in the commissioning and review of independent due diligence and travel.</li><li>Deliver clear authoritative conclusions in the context of large volumes and tight timescales. Take responsibility for the credit risk of designated own portfolio.</li><li>Ensure projects comply with any relevant risk guidelines, prudential limits set by the Bank, and that appropriate ratings are assigned for probability of default and loss given default. Have the ownership of Risk data in the area of responsibility.</li><li>Exercise independent delegated authority, if granted, regarding portfolio actions (including certain waivers and amendments), and recommendations to senior management on matters requiring higher level approval (including transfers to corporate recovery, provisions and more significant restructuring, etc.).</li><li>Lead proactive and regular monitoring of the assigned portfolio counterparties arranged in sector clusters and countries and market developments. Actively and constructively engage with Banking and other relevant staff to ensure adequacy of front-line monitoring, coach Banking representatives when appropriate (including rotation in Corporate &amp; Project Finance Credit Risk Management).</li><li>In liaison with other Risk Management teams lead sector portfolio reviews and provide input to portfolio stress-tests. Collaborate with other members of staff; especially in the Banking Department, Finance, the Office of the General Counsel, Impact and colleagues in the Resident Office to ensure effective cross-departmental and business functioning.</li><li>Participate in various executive Bank committees - including the Operations Committee, SBIC, RiskCom etc.</li><li>Participate and contribute positively to various initiatives within Risk Management or bank-wide.</li><li>Be an agent of credit culture dissemination, including managing and mentoring of bankers on rotation.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Relevant experience in the corporate sectors with demonstrated deal experience across various sectors.</li><li>Influencing skills in overseeing the Banking team's structuring of the transaction and articulation of any different views.</li><li>Experience of structuring high yield loans and other financial instruments, in both corporate and project finance.</li><li>May act as the risk expert for one or more corporate sectors and provide operational guidelines to the Banking teams and provide input into project selection and prioritisation.</li><li>Proven skills and track record in autonomous decision-making capacity at a senior level in credit risk in high-risk environments.</li><li>Deliver clear authoritative conclusions in the context of large volumes and tight timescales. Proven skills and track record in decision-making capacity in credit risk in high-risk environments.</li><li>Strong written and spoken communication skills in English and good Excel knowledge.</li><li>Advanced degree in finance, business, economics or equivalent on the job training.</li><li>Demonstrate developing people management skills for junior staff under their coaching/ mentoring responsibility.</li><li>Relevant banking and/or risk management experience is essential.</li></ul>

<p>Requisition ID 36935 Office Country Egypt Office City Cairo Division Office of the General Counsel Contract Type Fixed Term Contract Length 3 years Posting End Date 07/08/2026 Role Overview EBRD s Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is at the core of EBRD s mandate to build sustainable and open market economies in the jurisdictions where it operates, ranging from Central and Eastern Europe and the Southern and Eastern Mediterranean to Central Asia. EBRD has also recently expanded its activities to specific countries in the Sub-Saharan Africa region. Deploying more than 15 billion of financing each year, EBRD is a leader in climate finance, including investments in renewables, green bonds and energy efficiency programs. It also supports small and medium-sized enterprises, infrastructure projects, local manufacturers and many others, with a focus on promoting the sustainable development of the private sector. OGC handles all legal aspects of EBRD s lending and investment transactions, provides legal advice for institutional and administrative matters and supports EBRD s policy development in its region through its legal transition program. OGC is currently recruiting for an outstanding lawyer to join the department's Associate Programme . The Associate will have the opportunity to contribute country, language and academic knowledge to support the institution and facilitate its operations. The position will be based in Cairo . It is expected that Cairo will be one of the 7 Regional Client Delivery Hubs of EBRD and will cover operations in the following countries: Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Tunisia, West Bank &amp; Gaza and Iraq (Region). Successful candidates will be offered a 3-year fixed term contract. Accountabilities &amp; Responsibilities The Associate will be assigned to the OGC s Banking Operations group, which handles the legal aspects of EBRD s lending and investment operations. Candidates from the following jurisdictions are eligible to apply: Albania, Armenia, Algeria, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Benin, Bosnia and Herzegovina , Bulgaria, Canada, China, Croatia, C te d'Ivoire, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark. Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, India, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Republic of Korea, Kosovo, Kyrgyz Republic, Latvia, Lebanon, Libya, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mexico, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russian Federation, San Marino, Senegal, Serbia, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, Uzbekistan. What is it like to work at the EBRD? / About 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. At EBRD, our Values Inclusiveness, Innovation, Trust, and Responsibility are at the heart of how we work. We bring these to life through our Workplace Behaviours: listening well and speaking up, collaborating smartly, acting decisively with full commitment, and simplifying to amplify our impact. These principles shape our culture and define our success. We seek individuals who not only share these values but are also committed to embedding them in their daily work, fostering a positive and high-performing environment. 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. Our workforce reflects a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, bringing fresh ideas, energy, and innovation and enhancing our ability to serve our clients, shareholders, and counterparties effectively. • A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals; that is based on trust, flexibility and connectedness. • An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do. • A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits. Diversity is one of the Bank s core values which are at the heart of everything it does. 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, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic background or disability. 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).</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>A law degree, and preferably also a (post-)graduate degree, from a leading university.</li><li>Typically between 3-5 years of prior work experience as a lawyer in private practice or in-house legal team ensuring familiarity with the areas of practice referenced above, specifically experience working on debt and/or equity transactions, including conducting legal research, drafting and negotiating legal documentation.</li><li>Professional experience gained in the Region, and/or in other EBRD s countries of operations would be an asset. Legal work experience gained in more than one jurisdiction is also an asset.</li><li>Excellent command of written and spoken English.</li><li>Demonstrated readiness to work in the Bank s countries/regions of operations and a keen interest in international development.</li><li>Excellent project management skills, ability to monitor and follow up on many activities concurrently under time constraints and ability to understand and manage priorities.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and client focus.</li></ul>

<p>Requisition ID 36935 Office Country Egypt Office City Cairo Division Office of the General Counsel Contract Type Fixed Term Contract Length 3 years Posting End Date 07/08/2026 Role Overview EBRD s Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is at the core of EBRD s mandate to build sustainable and open market economies in the jurisdictions where it operates, ranging from Central and Eastern Europe and the Southern and Eastern Mediterranean to Central Asia. EBRD has also recently expanded its activities to specific countries in the Sub-Saharan Africa region. Deploying more than 15 billion of financing each year, EBRD is a leader in climate finance, including investments in renewables, green bonds and energy efficiency programs. It also supports small and medium-sized enterprises, infrastructure projects, local manufacturers and many others, with a focus on promoting the sustainable development of the private sector. OGC handles all legal aspects of EBRD s lending and investment transactions, provides legal advice for institutional and administrative matters and supports EBRD s policy development in its region through its legal transition program. OGC is currently recruiting for an outstanding lawyer to join the department's Associate Programme . The Associate will have the opportunity to contribute country, language and academic knowledge to support the institution and facilitate its operations. The position will be based in Cairo . It is expected that Cairo will be one of the 7 Regional Client Delivery Hubs of EBRD and will cover operations in the following countries: Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Tunisia, West Bank &amp; Gaza and Iraq (Region). Successful candidates will be offered a 3-year fixed term contract. Accountabilities &amp; Responsibilities The Associate will be assigned to the OGC s Banking Operations group, which handles the legal aspects of EBRD s lending and investment operations. Candidates from the following jurisdictions are eligible to apply: Albania, Armenia, Algeria, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Benin, Bosnia and Herzegovina , Bulgaria, Canada, China, Croatia, C te d'Ivoire, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark. Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, India, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Republic of Korea, Kosovo, Kyrgyz Republic, Latvia, Lebanon, Libya, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mexico, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russian Federation, San Marino, Senegal, Serbia, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, Uzbekistan. What is it like to work at the EBRD? / About 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. At EBRD, our Values Inclusiveness, Innovation, Trust, and Responsibility are at the heart of how we work. We bring these to life through our Workplace Behaviours: listening well and speaking up, collaborating smartly, acting decisively with full commitment, and simplifying to amplify our impact. These principles shape our culture and define our success. We seek individuals who not only share these values but are also committed to embedding them in their daily work, fostering a positive and high-performing environment. 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. Our workforce reflects a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, bringing fresh ideas, energy, and innovation and enhancing our ability to serve our clients, shareholders, and counterparties effectively. • A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals; that is based on trust, flexibility and connectedness. • An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do. • A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits. Diversity is one of the Bank s core values which are at the heart of everything it does. 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, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic background or disability. 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).</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>A law degree, and preferably also a (post-)graduate degree, from a leading university.</li><li>Typically between 3-5 years of prior work experience as a lawyer in private practice or in-house legal team ensuring familiarity with the areas of practice referenced above, specifically experience working on debt and/or equity transactions, including conducting legal research, drafting and negotiating legal documentation.</li><li>Professional experience gained in the Region, and/or in other EBRD s countries of operations would be an asset. Legal work experience gained in more than one jurisdiction is also an asset.</li><li>Excellent command of written and spoken English.</li><li>Demonstrated readiness to work in the Bank s countries/regions of operations and a keen interest in international development.</li><li>Excellent project management skills, ability to monitor and follow up on many activities concurrently under time constraints and ability to understand and manage priorities.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and client focus.</li></ul>