Head of Technical Advisors Division

The Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB) is a multilateral development bank with an exclusively social mandate from its 43 member countries. The CEB finances investment and provides technical assistance in social sectors such as education, health and affordable housing, while focusing on the needs of vulnerable people, as well as on the social dimensions of climate change and the environment.

The Technical Advisors Division (TAM-TA) contributes to the development of the Bank’s project pipeline. Technical Advisors carry out due diligence throughout the project cycle and work with the CEB’s clients in the design and implementation of appropriate solutions to enhance the quality, sustainability and social impacts of CEB-financed operations. They also contribute, when relevant, to strengthening the capacity of borrowers and implementing agencies. TAM-TA experts also play a key role in identifying the needs for and providing technical assistance, either directly in their interaction with clients and beneficiaries, or through specialized consultants.

We are looking for a skilled and operationally experienced manager who will head the Technical Advisors Division under the guidance of the Director of the Technical Assessment and Monitoring (TAM) Directorate.

FUNCTIONS

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • S/he will translate TAM’s goals into individual objectives and tasks for the Division and manage the team of Technical Advisors to ensure the implementation of objectives at the required quality level and according to the deadlines set and the internally agreed timelines.
  • Mentor, train, motivate and evaluate the work of a diverse team of experts, provide advice and ensure that activities are completed within deadlines and in collaboration with other departments of the Bank.
  • Ensure effective management of existing resources, including the selection and supervision of external consultants by Technical Advisors to reach the objectives mentioned above; assess resource needs, including realistic budget estimates for consultants.
  • Lead and execute quality control of all TAM-TA outputs, internal and external (Loan Documents, Technical Reports and others), ensuring consistency, accuracy, and alignment with institutional standards.
  • Manage business activities focusing on operational and financial efficiency. Support innovation and automation in all the relevant activities Monitor and review organisational activities and ensure that they are completed within deadlines and allocated budget.
  • Participate in internal committees and contribute to the Project Cycle Business Line Process as a Loans & Social Development (L&D) Directorate referent. Develop strategic plans and policies and provide expert advice on policies, rules, procedures and tools.
  • Proactively support the continued development of CEB’s approaches, tools, methodologies and guidance documents in the sectors and thematic areas of relevance. To this end, encourage TAM-TA staff to liaise with other specialists, inside and outside the Bank, to acquire knowledge and disseminate good practices.
  • Contribute to horizontal projects involving TAM-TA or to any other duties related to the activities of the Division as needed.

PROFILE

Academic background:

  • Advanced university degree, preferably in engineering, economics, finance, environmental studies/sciences.
  • Relevant training in project finance or management would be an advantage.

 

Professional background:

  • Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience, including relevant experience supervising multicultural and multidisciplinary teams of experts in areas of work relevant to the Technical Advisors Division (formulation, assessment and implementation of development project design, appraisal and implementation support).
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the CEB’s areas of activities, including a solid understanding of the ways Multilateral Development Banks or other International Finance Institutions appraise and monitor projects, including a good understanding of how they address climate-related issues as well as environmental and social risks and impacts of projects.
  • Experience working for or with multilateral financial institutions would be an advantage.
  • Deep sector knowledge in the Bank’s priority sectors, as well as in infrastructure finance and access to finance, with a clear focus on vulnerable groups.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving and judgement skills to find appropriate solutions within a short delay, as well as the capacity to analyse complex material, synthesise it effectively and structure reports/presentations.
  • Ability to handle multiple shifting demands and assignments, priorities and deadlines.
  • Capacity to adapt communication styles, including in writing, to address different audiences.

Additional Skills/Aptitudes

  • Strong detail orientation and ability to deliver clear, concise outputs under pressure.
  • Proven experience in results measurement, monitoring frameworks, and institutional reporting.
  • Strong communication and representation skills, including the ability to engage with senior stakeholders inside and outside the Bank.
  • Experience working in CEB Member countries.
  • Excellent report writing skills in English.

 

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 State language(s) is an asset.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Core competencies:

  • Adaptability
  • Client Orientation
  • Communication
  • Innovation
  • Result Orientation
  • Teamwork

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.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

1) Initial 4-year contract (including 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:

  • A5
  • Depending on level of experience, monthly salary range starts between EUR 12,707.11 and EUR 17,155.36, 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* based on family / personal situation, 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 to be determined 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

RECRUITMENT CONDITIONS

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 Statescandidates should be made in English or French using the Bank's online application system at CEB Careers before midnight Paris time on  17 March 2026.

Applications from internal candidates should be made using the career site available in Atlas before midnight Paris time on 17 March 2026.
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