The Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB), established in 1956, is a multilateral development bank with a unique social mandate from its 43 member states. The CEB finances investment in social sectors, including education, health and affordable housing, with a focus on the needs of vulnerable people. Borrowers include governments, local and regional authorities, public and private banks, non-profit organisations and others. As a multilateral bank with a triple-A credit rating, the CEB funds itself on the international capital markets. It approves projects according to strict social, environmental and governance criteria, and provides technical assistance. In addition, the CEB receives funds from donors to complement its activities.

Within the Corporate Services Directorate, the Corporate Responsibility and ESG Reporting Unit (CS-CRE) handles CEB sustainability reporting (including annual Sustainability, GRI and TCFD reports), engages with ESG rating agencies and contributes to mainstreaming sustainability in internal operations, among others. CS-CRE works in close collaboration with an internal network of ESG correspondents in which all CEB directorates are represented.

CS-CRE is looking for an ESG Data Analyst to enhance its environmental, social and governance (ESG) data management, reporting, and research capabilities. The role focuses on data gathering, input, and analysis to help the CEB develop metrics that strengthen and demonstrate its ESG commitment.

The analyst will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support sustainability reporting, meet global disclosure standards, and address the requirements of ESG rating agencies. S/he will also develop sustainability KPIs and, in coordination with CEB business experts, assess ESG risks, opportunities, and impacts for reporting and performance monitoring.

Additionally, s/he will research evolving ESG regulations, financial industry best practices, and sustainability trends to inform organisational strategies.

The ESG Data Analyst will work closely with the ESG Officer, other CEB directorates, and report to the Head of Corporate Responsibility & ESG Reporting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

ESG Data Management and Reporting

• Develop and maintain detailed ESG-related information and documentation, in partnership with key stakeholders, to enhance organisation-wide data management practices                         
• Contribute to the establishment of a centralised data repository and develop robust reporting tools and mechanisms for ESG metrics, ready for rigorous verification processes.                             
• Verify and maintain data quality through systematic checks and ensure timely and accurate disclosures of ESG related data.
• Identify opportunities and propose improvement plans related to data gaps, data quality, automation, auditability, and overall integrity.

ESG Data Analysis and Visualisation

• Conduct comprehensive ESG research and analyse data from a wide range of (internal and external) sources.
• Support CRE’s ability to track key sustainability performance metrics and produce regular reports to communicate findings to internal stakeholders and facilitate informed business and operational decisions.
• Develop tailored visual representations depending on the data types and audiences.
• Use practices and tools that integrate data from different sources and enable real time updates.
• Support the preparation of data disclosures required by international sustainability frameworks and standards for external stakeholders, through the CEB’s current annual reports and also machine-readable formats.

Support for CS-CRE’s Main Deliverables

• Contribute to developing the CEB’s sustainability toolset and reporting suite.
• Help in the preparation of regular comprehensive assessments by ESG rating agencies.
• Review the project pipeline of CEB-financed operations regarding their link to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and related indicators.
• Support the action plan on aligning the Bank’s internal operations with the objectives of the Paris Climate Agreement.
• Contribute to the annual Official Development Assistance (ODA) reporting to the OECD.

• Support business intelligence, team operations, and ad hoc data analysis projects as required.
• Stay updated on evolving ESG regulations, financial industry best practices, and emerging sustainability trends, helping to incorporate them into organisational strategies.

Academic background:

• Advanced university degree in information technology, data science, sustainability or ESG analytics and management, business analytics, statistics, or a related field.

Professional background:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in ESG reporting and sustainability analysis, ideally gained in a financial institution, a development bank or with ESG rating agencies.
• An ESG certification would be valued.
• Relevant experience in managing and analysing large datasets within Excel, Access, Power BI, or other data analytics and management software, and frameworks such as XBRL. Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Python, R would be an asset.
• Strong quantitative skills, with proficiency in designing and conducting data validation, error checking, and quality assurance.
• Technical expertise in building or using new databases and developing systems for data tracking and analysis.
• Strong knowledge of sustainability frameworks and standards such as International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB), Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), and/or Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).
• Familiarity with ESG rating methodologies, tools, and databases, including Bloomberg ESG, MSCI ESG, and Sustainalytics.
• Adaptability and willingness to keep pace with evolving ESG regulations, standards, and financial industry trends.
• Strong project management and organisational skills to meet reporting deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Skilled in interpreting requirements and presenting data clearly and compellingly using graphical representations and visualisations.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• High degree of numeracy and critical thinking abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work with cross-functional teams and effectively convey complex concepts and findings. 

Language skills:

• Excellent command of one of the two CEB official languages (English and French), both oral and written, and knowledge of the other, with a commitment to reach a good working level.
• Knowledge of one or more other Member States language(s) is an asset.

Core competencies:

• Adaptability
• Client Orientation
• Communication
• Innovation
• Result Orientation
• Team Work

Nationality:

• Citizen of one of the Bank’s Member States: Albania, Andorra, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Holy See, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Republic of Moldova, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye, and Ukraine.

1) Initial 4-year appointment (incl. a one-year probationary period) with the possibility of renewal one or more times up to six years and of conversion into an indefinite-term contract.

2) Grade and salary:

• B5/B6
• Depending on level of experience, monthly salary range starts between EUR 5,786 and EUR 6,725, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.
• Appointment may be made at a lower grade, based on the qualifications and professional experience of the selected applicant.
• Grades are established without any discrimination (including gender discrimination)

For more information, please consult the CEB Basic Salary Scale in section 5. Benefits of the CEB website

As an international financial institution, CEB remuneration is exempt of income tax in France. In addition, our offer includes allowances* and medical and personal insurance. Staff members benefit from a contributory pension plan which provides them with either a pension or a leaving allowance.

* Exact benefit package based on selected candidate’s personal situation:

• basic family allowance
• expatriation
• dependent child supplement
• additional dependent child supplement for a single-parent family
• supplement for a disabled and dependent parent
• supplements for a disabled or severely disabled child
• education allowance (children) for expatriate staff members
• installation allowance and reimbursement of travel and removal expenses

The CEB welcomes the applications of all qualified candidates who are nationals of CEB Member States.

The CEB rigorously applies the principle of equal pay for equivalent work. We are committed to workplace gender equality and strive to ensure the recruitment of suitably qualified and experienced staff without regard to their gender, as well as their age, racial or ethnic origin, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation/identity, or disability. In line with peer international financial institutions, the CEB is EDGE certified (Move level), having demonstrated its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and have been assessed against the highest global standards.

Our selection process includes several steps conducted online, such as digitally recorded interviews, technical assignments and interactive panel interviews.

Applications (CV and cover letter) from CEB Member States candidates should be made in English or French using the Bank's online application system at https://ceb.profils.org before midnight Paris time on 14 March 2025.