Intern - Projects Division

Job details :

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.
The Projects Division of the Loans & Social Development Directorate (L&D-DP) identifies, screens and coordinates the appraisal, financing and monitoring of bankable social investment projects by mobilising the requisite input and expertise to implement and achieve the objectives of the CEB Development Plan.
DP ensures a first systematic screening of projects in terms of social added value, financial viability, credit risk and compliance. DP elaborates the agenda of project approvals and disbursements, proposes corrective actions, coordinates with national, regional and local authorities and other actors (IFIs, international organisations…) and uses, when necessary, consultancy services paid on trust funds or CEB own resources.
The Loans & Social Development Directorate is looking for an intern for its Projects Division. S/he will report to a Country Manager and work in close collaboration with colleagues in the Division.


Academic background:
Graduated within the past 24 months or currently enrolled in the final academic year at an institute of higher education (ideally at a Master’s level or equivalent).
Studies in economics, finance, management, business administration, social sciences or related fields.

Professional background and skills:
Highly developed sense of responsibility and initiative;
Strong analytical capacity, for example in the area of market/sector studies, financial statement analysis, infrastructure project background, among others;
An open, inquisitive mind and genuine interest in understanding the projects that CEB finances is an absolute must;
Very good interpersonal communication skills to facilitate teamwork and cross-directorate discussion;
International political, economic, social, and cultural awareness;
Ability to work in a multicultural environment;
Financial technical writing and familiarity with development banking would be an advantage.
Applicants to the CEB Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience, but any experience relevant to the role would constitute an advantage.

Location : 55, avenue Kléber 75116 Paris