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Analyst – Banking Operations

1. Position Overview

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is seeking applications for the position of Analyst – Banking Operations based in Nairobi, Kenya. This permanent role provides an excellent opportunity for finance professionals who wish to build a career in development finance while contributing to projects that promote sustainable economic growth across EBRD's countries of operation.

As the position requires close collaboration with international colleagues and stakeholders, applicants are expected to submit their resumes in English.

Position Details

• Requisition Number: 36567

• Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

• Division: Banking – Countries of Operations

• Employment Type: Regular

• Application Closing Date: 13 August 2026

The successful candidate will become part of multidisciplinary teams responsible for identifying, evaluating, financing, and monitoring investment projects that create long-term economic and social impact.

2. About the Role

The Analyst supports investment teams throughout the complete project lifecycle, beginning with project identification and continuing through transaction structuring, execution, implementation, monitoring, and eventual project completion or exit.

Working under the supervision of experienced bankers and operation leaders, the Analyst contributes technical, analytical, and financial expertise while progressively assuming greater responsibility as experience grows.

The position requires an individual with strong analytical ability, excellent financial modelling skills, and the capacity to manage multiple assignments within demanding timelines. Successful candidates should be comfortable working in collaborative, multicultural environments while maintaining high standards of professionalism and accuracy.

3. Project Lifecycle Responsibilities

Investment projects at EBRD move through several interconnected stages. The Analyst contributes to each of these phases by providing research, financial analysis, documentation, and monitoring support.

The major stages include:

1. Project origination.

2. Preliminary assessment and screening.

3. Due diligence.

4. Transaction structuring.

5. Internal approvals.

6. Negotiation of financing agreements.

7. Financial close and signing.

8. Project implementation.

9. Portfolio monitoring.

10. Loan repayment, equity exit, or project completion.

Throughout these stages, the Analyst collaborates with bankers, legal teams, economists, environmental specialists, and clients to ensure projects meet the Bank's operational standards and development objectives.

4. Primary Responsibilities

4.1 Project Structuring and Transaction Execution

A significant portion of the role involves supporting investment transactions from the initial evaluation stage through financial close.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting detailed industry and market research.

• Collecting and analyzing financial and commercial information.

• Reviewing company performance and operational data.

• Evaluating investment opportunities.

• Identifying potential commercial and financial risks.

• Performing comprehensive financial statement analysis.

• Building and updating financial models.

• Preparing financial projections and scenario analyses.

• Supporting transaction structuring activities.

• Assisting in preparing investment documentation.

• Contributing to project approval materials.

The Analyst is expected to ensure that analytical work is accurate, timely, and aligned with EBRD's investment policies and procedures.

4.2 Due Diligence and Risk Assessment

Investment decisions require comprehensive due diligence before financing can be approved.

The successful candidate will assist in evaluating multiple aspects of proposed investments, including:

• Financial due diligence.

• Commercial assessment.

• Market analysis.

• Business performance evaluation.

• Integrity and compliance reviews.

• Credit risk assessment.

• Policy compliance.

• Identification of operational risks.

• Review of financial assumptions.

• Assessment of long-term project viability.

This work provides senior bankers with the information required to make informed investment decisions.

4.3 Technical Cooperation Support

Many investment projects receive technical assistance designed to improve project implementation and development impact.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the design of technical cooperation programs.

• Preparing draft Terms of Reference.

• Assisting with procurement documentation.

• Preparing internal approval papers.

• Coordinating administrative processes.

• Monitoring implementation of technical assistance activities.

• Supporting consultants engaged on investment projects.

4.4 Communication and Stakeholder Coordination

The Analyst also contributes to effective communication among internal and external stakeholders involved in investment transactions.

Typical duties include:

• Drafting professional correspondence.

• Preparing PowerPoint presentations.

• Supporting communication with clients.

• Coordinating with internal departments.

• Following up on operational matters.

• Maintaining project documentation.

• Assisting senior bankers during negotiations.

• Tracking project-related communications.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, particularly when coordinating activities across multiple teams and jurisdictions.

5. Portfolio Monitoring and Project Implementation

Following financial close, the Analyst continues supporting projects throughout their implementation period.

Responsibilities include:

• Monitoring project progress.

• Reviewing compliance with financing agreements.

• Tracking disbursement conditions.

• Assessing client financial performance.

• Reviewing covenant compliance.

• Monitoring operational risks.

• Identifying emerging issues affecting project success.

• Supporting corrective action planning.

• Preparing portfolio updates for senior management.

This ongoing monitoring helps ensure investments continue delivering expected financial and developmental outcomes.

6. Reporting Responsibilities

Accurate reporting forms an important part of the Analyst's role.

Key deliverables include:

• Draft monitoring reports.

• Financial performance summaries.

• Portfolio review documents.

• Risk assessments.

• Compliance reports.

• Recommendations for corrective action.

• Progress updates.

• Internal briefing materials.

Reports should be comprehensive, evidence-based, and submitted within established deadlines while meeting EBRD's quality standards.

7. Professional Development

The Analyst position is designed to support long-term career growth.

As experience increases, the successful candidate will progressively assume greater responsibility, including:

• Managing increasingly complex transactions.

• Leading portions of investment analysis.

• Providing technical guidance to project teams.

• Building stronger client relationships.

• Contributing more extensively to transaction structuring.

• Expanding responsibility for project monitoring and portfolio management.

The role therefore provides an excellent foundation for advancement within development finance and international banking.

8. Required Qualifications

Applicants should possess a strong academic background together with relevant financial and analytical capabilities.

Minimum qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

• Master's degree preferred or equivalent professional experience.

• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.

• Excellent financial modelling capability.

• Ability to interpret complex financial information.

• Knowledge of accounting principles.

• Sound understanding of credit analysis.

• Strong computer literacy.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

• Experience using spreadsheet-based financial models.

• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Strong written and spoken English.

Knowledge of the local language would be considered an additional advantage.

9. Preferred Professional Experience

Ideal candidates will have relevant experience gained within internationally recognized financial institutions.

Examples include:

• Investment banking.

• Commercial banking.

• Private equity.

• Asset management.

• Financial advisory services.

• Audit firms.

• Financial consulting organizations.

Additional experience in specific industries or regional markets will strengthen an applicant's profile.

10. Skills and Competencies

The successful candidate should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Strong analytical thinking.

• Financial analysis expertise.

• Credit assessment capability.

• Attention to detail.

• Problem-solving ability.

• Sound professional judgment.

• Effective communication.

• Time management.

• Adaptability.

• Team collaboration.

• Ability to perform under pressure.

• Commitment to quality.

• Integrity and professionalism.

These competencies enable Analysts to contribute effectively across the investment lifecycle while supporting senior bankers in delivering successful transactions.

11. Working at EBRD

Working at EBRD provides professionals with the opportunity to contribute to projects that create meaningful economic and social impact across multiple countries.

Employees benefit from exposure to experts drawn from the financial, governmental, and private sectors while working within diverse international teams.

The organization promotes an inclusive workplace built around four core values:

• Inclusiveness.

• Innovation.

• Trust.

• Responsibility.

These principles are reflected in day-to-day working practices that encourage collaboration, accountability, respect, and continuous improvement.

Employees also benefit from:

• Challenging and intellectually stimulating work.

• International collaboration.

• Hybrid working arrangements.

• Flexible work practices.

• Commitment to sustainability.

• Emphasis on digital transformation.

• Employee wellbeing initiatives.

• Competitive employment benefits.

• Opportunities for continuous professional development.

12. Diversity and Equal Opportunity

EBRD is committed to creating a workplace where diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity are fundamental principles.

Applications are welcomed from qualified individuals regardless of:

• Race.

• Ethnicity.

• Nationality.

• Religion.

• Cultural background.

• Gender.

• Gender identity.

• Sexual orientation.

• Age.

• Socio-economic background.

• Disability status.

Selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and the ability to contribute effectively to the Bank's mission and strategic objectives.

13. Application Process

Interested candidates should ensure that their applications, including resumes, are submitted in English before the advertised closing date.

Because EBRD receives a significant number of applications for its vacancies, only candidates who are shortlisted for further assessment will be contacted. While the Bank appreciates every application received, individual feedback cannot be provided to unsuccessful applicants due to the high volume of submissions.

This position presents an outstanding opportunity for ambitious finance professionals seeking to develop expertise in investment banking, project finance, and development finance within a globally recognized international financial institution committed to promoting sustainable growth and economic development.

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