FIF Trainee – EIB Global Directorate – International Partners Department – Sub-Saharan Africa - Public Sector Division – based in Luxembourg

This position is based at our Luxembourg headquarters and requires regular office presence. The EIB offers you the opportunity to live and work in a truly international and multi-cultural environment.

The EIB, the European Union's bank, is seeking to recruit for its EIB Global Directorate – International Partners Department – Sub-Saharan Africa - Public Sector Division, at its headquarters in Luxembourg: TRAINEE

Duration: 6 months (fixed start date: 1st September/October 2025)

(With possible extension up to 12 months)

Please note that the Programme is created under the Financial Inclusion Fund (FIF) and is open to young nationals from one of the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) Region (Algeria, Egypt, Palestine, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco and Tunisia) and ACP (Africa, Caribbean and Pacific) Region, all 79 ACP Partner Countries (please see Provisions section).

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 Africa-Public Sector team is responsible for investment projects in the public sector in Sub-Saharan Africa. The work environment is dynamic and diverse in terms of activities, ongoing operations and the stakeholders involved (internal and external). The objective of the traineeship is to provide support to the team in the research for prospective projects, database updates, the execution of the contracts already signed and preparation of briefings, notes, presentations as well as thematic events/ workshops with a regional focus.

Ultimately, you will gain a good understanding of the Bank's role in the region, modus operandi and the impact of EIB in sub-Saharan Africa. You will also have a better understanding of the EIB's interactions with other key stakeholders and partners including the European Commission and other international financial institutions such as for example the World Bank, the African Development Bank.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Heads of Units and senior colleagues, you will actively participate in the Division’s core activities.

Your Main Responsibilities Will Be

• Carry out research, update databases and contributing to drafting reports, country overviews, project documents and when required internal notes for the Bank's management.
• Prepare briefings, presentations and communication materials for different audiences, depending on the business needs to showcase the Bank's activities in the Region
• Coordinate and follow-up internally with the Bank's services and with clients on various operational, legal and technical matters, under the lead of the Loan Officer(s)
• Assist in the disbursement process, by ensuring that the conditions precedents of relevant Finance Contracts are followed-up and met on time
• Help out the operational staff in the preparation of thematic events and workshops
• Help with the dissemination of internal information or new processes and with their implementation.
  
  

Most importantly, we want you to remain open to contribute with ideas, enthusiasm and expertise to the tasks of the team.

Academic Qualifications And Professional Skills

• Final year of studies or University degree of a MENA/ACP partner country or equivalent in Economics, Law, International co-operation or related studies;
• A first experience in a national or international organization will be considered as an advantage;
• Good to advanced knowledge of MS Office software, in particular Word and Power Point;
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English or French with a good command of the other. Knowledge of Portuguese language will be an asset.
  
  

Competencies

Find out more about EIB core competencies here

By applying for this position, you acknowledge the importance of maintaining the security and integrity of the Information of the EIB Group. In case of selection for the position you agree to comply with all measures (policies, controls, document classification and management) implemented by the EIB Group to prevent unauthorized disclosure of any information or any damage to the EIB Group reputation.

We are an equal opportunities employer, who believes that diversity is good for our people and our business. We encourage all suitably qualified and eligible candidates to apply regardless of their gender identity/expression, age, racial, ethnic and cultural background, religion and beliefs, sexual orientation/identity, disability or neurodiversity.

Applicants with specific needs are encouraged to request reasonable accommodations at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contact the EIB Traineeship Recruitment team [email protected] who will ensure that your request is handled.

More information on our Traineeship Programme for MENA and ACP countries (eib.org) and provisions governing in-service training (FIF Programme) at the EIB can be consulted on our EIB website.

Your Application May Be Used For Another Campaign.

Please note that deadline for application is on the 4th December 2024.