The EIB, the European Union's bank, is seeking for its Operations Directorate - Neighbouring Countries Department - Implementation Unit
at its headquarters in Luxembourg:
TRAINEE
Duration: 5 months (fixed start date: 01st November 2019)
(With possible extension up to 6 months if required by University)
Please note that, as marked on our Webpage, only applications from nationals of the Member States of the European Union, as well as citizens from countries with which EU accession negotiations have started, can be considered (Turkey, Serbia and Montenegro).
Please note that you are requested to limit your applications to a maximum of three traineeship publications. We will only consider and retain the first three applications submitted.
Objective of the traineeship
The objective of the traineeship is to conduct an in-depth analysis of the existing portfolio of signed operations by country and sector in the neighboring region. The aim is to obtain a clear overview of the status of operations signed not fully disbursed and the level of implementation of the project. With the support of Operational Analysts, you will have to provide a status on each operation.
The analysis will also include a list of operations with blending instruments and identification of next steps. Depending on the time available, you would be exposed to some standard statistics preparation and would assist in updates of presentations.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Head of Unit and senior colleagues, you will participate actively in the Unit’s core activities. Your main tasks will be:
- Set-up list of operations not yet disbursed and prepare the action plan with the support of Operational Analysts and the Head of Unit;
- Prepare a detailed list of operations with blending instruments and update it on a regular basis;
- Prepare some statistics for Vice Presidents' or Head of Divisions' meetings;
- Support the team with ad hoc tasks such as contribution to Country meetings ;
- Provide assistance for presentations and organization of workshops.
Academic qualifications and professional skills
- Final year of studies or University degree in Economics or Business;
- Previous work experience/traineeship in a bank or an audit firm is considered as an advantage;
- Excellent knowledge of standard Microsoft Office tools (Windows, MS Office);
- Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English and/or French. Any other language will be an asset, especially Russian.
Competencies
- Achievement Drive: continually keeps an eye on performance, focusing on improving it, showing drive and determination to meet short and long-term goals.
- Change Orientation: Adapts to differences and changes in the environment; takes a flexible approach to reach outcomes.
- Collaboration: Works cooperatively as part of a team; works collaboratively with peers across organisational boundaries based on a genuine interest in and an accurate understanding of others and their individual perspectives and concerns.
- Organisational Commitment: Is willing to commit to an organisation whose mission is to support Europe and is open to diversity, and to align her/his own behavior with the organisation’s needs and intrinsic values, acting with integrity in ways that promote the organisation’s mission, policies and rules.
Please note that deadline for application is on the 21st July 2019.
More information on our EIB Traineeship Programme and Provisions for In-service training can be consulted on our EIB website; https://www.eib.org/en/about/jobs/work-with-us/internships/index.htm
#LI-DNP
