Analyst, Banking SME F&D

About the Position

Analyst, Banking SME F&D

Posting Date: 29 Sept 2026

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Company: EBRD

Requisition ID: 36771

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Contract Length: 2 years

Posting End Date: 12/10/2026

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We are seeking a dedicated Analyst, Banking SME F&D to join our team in Nairobi, Kenya. This role involves collaboration with international teams, and we kindly ask that you submit your resume in English.

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Purpose of Job

The Analyst contributes to all phases of the project cycle, including project origination, structuring, execution, implementation, and monitoring. The role involves comprehensive due diligence, financial analysis, and effective post-signing implementation and monitoring. The position is primarily focused on engagements within the SME finance space, working closely with the EBRD’s SME Finance & Development (F&D) Group.

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Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the operation leader or a more senior banker:

• Structuring and Execution

  • Work as a project team member on transactions, contributing to all aspects of project structuring and execution.
  • Conduct comprehensive research and analysis of background materials, market information, and financial performance data.
  • Analyse and evaluate potential risks related to the proposed project.
  • Assist with the designing and processing of technical co-operation assistance.
  • Assist with communication with other internal units of the Bank, clients, and other stakeholders.

• Portfolio Monitoring, Value Creation, and Reporting

  • Undertake assigned tasks relating to the implementation and monitoring of projects.
  • Prepare timely and comprehensive draft monitoring reports and include recommendations for corrective actions.
  • Assist with the effective implementation and monitoring of TC assignments.

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Requirements

• Qualifications and Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
  • Professional qualification such as ACA, CFA, ACCA, or CIMA desirable.
  • Quantitative/numerical skills with the ability to interpret financial information and design financial models.
  • Credit analysis skills with the ability to interpret accounts and understand local and international accounting principles.
  • Computer literacy, conversant with Microsoft Office and spreadsheet packages.
  • Good understanding of relevant systems and processes.
  • Ability to work effectively as a team member and to deadlines and under time pressure.
  • Good written and oral communication skills in English.
  • Good command over the local/country language is an advantage.

• Experience & Knowledge:

  • Relevant financial industry experience from an investment or commercial bank, private equity firm, asset management firm, or auditing/financial consulting firm.
  • Exposure to the Kenyan market, underpinned by hands-on experience in the banking and financial services sector.

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We Offer

• Varied, stimulating, and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public, and private sectors across the regions we invest in.
• A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity.
• A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals.
• An environment that places sustainability, equality, and digital transformation at the heart of what we do.
• A workplace that prioritizes employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits.

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About the Company

At EBRD, our Values – Inclusiveness, Innovation, Trust, and Responsibility – are at the heart of how we work. We bring these to life through our Workplace Behaviours: listening well and speaking up, collaborating smartly, acting decisively with full commitment, and simplifying to amplify our impact. These principles shape our culture and define our success. We seek individuals who not only share these values but are also committed to embedding them in their daily work, fostering a positive and high-performing environment.

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