Active job ads

DescriptionThe World Bank Group is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries; a unique global partnership of five institutions dedicated to ending extreme poverty and promoting shared prosperity. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, we work with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges. For more information, visit www.worldbank.org. Digital Global PracticeThe Digital Global Practice is a Vice-presidency of the World Bank.It plays a critical role in enabling the achievement of the World Bank's Twin Goals of ending poverty and promoting shared prosperity as well as the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Digital technologies are transforming firms, governments and people's lives; and with the digital economy growing at a rate significantly higher than that of the global economy, it offers emerging economies a unique opportunity to leapfrog traditional paths for development through digital solutions.Collaborating across technical, geographic and institutional boundaries, the Digital team helps design and deliver Digital-enhanced solutions to a diverse range of clients.  The team supports clients (i) through advisory assistance to establish policy and regulatory environments that allow the widespread use of digital technologies and create a trust environment; (ii) lending operations by building infrastructure to connect the unconnected, or enabling digital government shared platforms (cloud, digital, identification, etc.).For more information: https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/digitalThe Digital Vice-Presidency is led by a Vice-President supported by several Global and Regional Directors, and Practice Managers with specific regional and thematic responsibilities. The DLCDD unit is responsible for Digital Development activities and portfolio in the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region, including lending, supervision and analytical work.DLCDD is looking for a Senior Digital Specialist to be based in Washington, DC. The work program will be primarily to support Central America and the Caribbean, but also in other countries of the LAC region as the needs arise. The position will be reporting to the Program Manager for Digital in LAC. Duties and responsibilities:Under the supervision of the digital practice manager The Senior Digital Specialist, will be responsible for the following:•Lead missions and supervise major projects in the sector as a Sr Digital Expert; interact with clients at the policy and senior management levels, organize and manage policy notes on digital development and policy evaluation in collaboration with sector agencies, development partners and other Global Practices.•Lead the design, preparation and supervision of World Bank Group financed digital  related investments and policy reform programs in client countries, with a particular emphasis on stimulating development of digital infrastructure through leveraging private sector investments, strengthening regulatory agencies and digital authorities with special emphasis on cybersecurity and emerging tech capabilities, facilitating development of digital government infrastructure, platforms and services,  and promoting development of digital skills and innovation.•Advise clients on strategies, best practices and design of programs to develop the foundations of their digital economies.  This may include participating in complex technical assistance activities and providing just-in-time technical and strategic expertise on the design of the overall policy, institutional and delivery framework for a digital economy .•Participate in complex technical assistance activities and provide ad hoc technical and strategic expertise on the design of the overall policy, legal, regulatory and institutional framework for the development of the digital economy in client countries, including development of National Digital Economy •Policy and Digital Strategy documents.•Develop innovative and practical approaches to solving difficult policy and operational issues for selected high priority topics in Digital Development, notably around Institutional Design, Capacity Development, Regulation, and Ecosystem Building.•Generate high-quality thought leadership productsincluding think pieces, best-practice papers, policy briefs, and blog articlesfor publication on institutional and public platforms. Prepare and supervise the development of best-practice notes and analytical reports on digital transformation, •Cybersecurity and AI ensuring technical rigor, relevance, and alignment with global standards.•Lead the resolution of complex technical, institutional, and program implementation challenges across the digital sector, including the direct engagement with member governments and partner agencies to address implementation issues.•Provide specialized technical expertise and policy advice on digital governance, institutional reform, and project design, with a focus on digital safeguards and emerging technologiessuch as AI, quantum computing, blockchain, and virtual realityas well as core components of Digital Public Infrastructure (eID, payments, interoperability, e-signature, among others).  •Liaise and provide guidance to colleagues working in other sectors (including agriculture, health, education, energy, financial services, transport, etc.) on how to leverage digital technologies to improve public service delivery and efficiency in the respective sectors and to stimulate digital innovation, entrepreneurship and investment in those sectors by private sector actors.  •Contribute to policy dialogue with senior officials of client countries, regional institutions and development partner agencies.•Work independently under general direction of unit manager, in collaboration with other team members, and guide and mentor junior staff.•Represent the Digital Unit and the Bank at regulatory and other fora and events, as well as liaise in the above areas with key external and internal partners (including energy, water, transport, financial services, and private sector advisory services) on ICT / Digital Economy policy and regulatory matters and playing a leadership role in related fora.•Conduct business development activities to support development of the Digital Transformation portfolio in the region following the one world bank group approach. Selection Criteria •Masters or PhD degree in economics, public policy, private sector development, technology, telecom engineering, or another relevant field.•At least 8 years of relevant experience in positions of increasing complexity and responsibility. Experience leading telecoms operators, digital consultancies or Digital Authorities/Ministries/Agencies would be a particular advantage.•Excellent operational skills and ability to lead complex policy dialogue.•Excellent leadership and supervisory skills with established track record managing multi-location and virtual teams.  •Demonstrated in-depth experience and track record of results and successfully working across sectors, disciplinary and institutional boundaries.•Ability to influence dialogue and policy on Digital Transformation and its use in other sectors without direct control or authority.•Strong sense of strategy, including ability to prioritize and exit activities and engagements; track record in streamlining and rationalizing product offerings.•Good partnership experience, including involving multiple stakeholders – both public and private – in building collaborative alliances for results. •Experience in applying practice know-how and effective policy dialogue to achieve development results.•Strong written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish (required) with proven experience in dealing with the media, external stakeholder and expert groups.•Strong drive for results, taking personal ownership and accountability to meet deadlines and achieve agreed-upon results.•Strong business judgment and analytical decision making, analyzing facts and data to support sound and logical business decisions.•Proven ability to function effectively as a team member of multi-disciplinary teams, mentor staff, and resolve conflicts constructively.•Proficiency in English and Spanish is essential and ability to interact with clients in French and Portuguese would be an advantage.WBG Leadership Values and Behaviors: Leadership of Self: Role model the change and values for WBG; Demonstrate courage of convictions, ownership and self-mastery within the organization in accordance with our values.Collaborative Leadership: Be mutually accountable for entire WBG's corporate targets and success; Work across WBG and with clients and partners to achieve better results. Client Solutions Leadership: Be the leading provider of development solutions for country clients; Provide leadership in both knowledge generation and knowledge sharing. Decisive Leadership: Take informed risks and make decisions in a transparent manner resulting in transformative impact for clients; Commit to decisions once they have been made. WBG Culture Attributes:1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact. 3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.World Bank Group Core CompetenciesThe World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

DescriptionThe World Bank Group is a unique global partnership of five institutions driven by a bold vision to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. As one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, we help solve the world's greatest development challenges. When you join the World Bank Group, you become part of a dynamic, diverse organization with 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide. We work with public and private sector partners, invest in groundbreaking projects, and use data, research, and technology to bring tangible and transformative change around the globe. For more information, visit www.worldbank.org. VPU Context: The World Bank Group serves 33 client countries Latin America and the Caribbean Region (LCR) Clients range from large rapidly growing sophisticated middle-income clients to IDA countries to small Caribbean states to one fragile state, and to varying degrees face three key challenges – low productivity and growth, low quality jobs and low resilience to shocks.  The region is tackling these challenges with a strong WBG approach, underpinned by selectivity and complementarity between the value added of public and private arms, and in strong partnership with relevant regional development partners.A. The challenge of low growth: After recovering lost output, the region is returning to pre-pandemic low growth and productivity scenario. After a solid post-pandemic rebound in economic activity (7.2% and 3.9% growth in 2021 and 2022 respectively), GDP growth returned to the pre-pandemic low growth around 2.2% in 2023 and 2024, with a medium-term outlook of 2.5%.  With an average Gini co-efficient of [0.52] LAC remains also one of the most unequal regions in the world. It is a region where the bottom 50% earn 27 times less than the top 10%. It also represents stark differences in opportunity, a child born today in the poorest 20% quintile in LAC will on average be 17 percentage points less productive than a child born in the richest 20%.B. The challenge of quality jobs: the need for better quality jobs is paramount, with 6.2% unemployment rates, these low levels mask a deeper issue of job quality. Reflecting stagnating living standards, labor earnings have only grown by 1% or less per year in most countries over the past decade, and some 19% of workers in the region are earning incomes below the poverty line. •Investing in foundational infrastructure critical to job creation, LAC needs to invest at least 3.1% of GDP in infrastructure investments per year, yet it only invests 2%, which is significantly lower than the world average of 5.4% of GDP. This underinvestment in physical infrastructure, including in key infrastructure sectors (including resilient transport, water, energy etc.) is holding back potential for better jobs. The region is supporting clients by supporting selective transformative infrastructure projects (e.g. urban mobility, regional transport and connectivity).   On human infrastructure challenge, firms in the region continue to cite skills shortages (55% of firms in LAC vs 45% in MIC regions) as a key barrier to growth and job creation. A child born in LAC is expected to reach only 56 percent of their productive potential. Three out of four 15-year olds fail basic math proficiency and cannot read adequately the soft side involves supporting clients revamp their education and health sectors. The region is supporting clients to revamp their education and health care sectors.  •The LAC region also needs to foster a predictable, business-enabling policy and regulatory environment. These include ensuring macro stability, eliminating restrictive business regulations in product and factor markets, and improving access to finance, especially long-term capital. Labor market regulations in LAC are noted to be on par with the most restrictive labor market regimes among OECD countries. Further, enforcement of competition policy needs to be supported due to high levels of market concentration in LAC markets: the 50 largest firms in Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Argentina, Chile have revenues greater than 30% of GDP.  At 55% of GDP, domestic credit to the private sector remains much lower than EAP (178%).•Private capital needs to be appropriately incentivized to support the provision of public goods and investments in key sectors, especially those that have the highest potential to enable and/or create better quality jobs. However, at only 19.8% of GDP, gross capital formation remains lowest among all regions (EAP is at 38% and South Asia at 30%). Private capital mobilization in the region is being held back by shallow capital markets, lack of long-term finance, high cost of capital, regulatory and institutional barriers (including in PPP frameworks). Based on country contexts, the WBG will support investments in productive clusters (energy/mining, value added manufacturing, agribusiness, tourism, etc) across the public-private spectrum.C. The challenge of vulnerability to shocks:  Building resilience of the countries to shocks, including natural disasters, through contingent financing and other innovative risk management platforms at country and regional levels is critical given the high exposure to climate–related disasters and natural hazards. The Central America and the Caribbean have recurrent hurricanes that have impacts on GDP significantly higher than the regional average of 1.7%. Several countries are experiencing deep, long droughts, increasingly intense storms, and floods that disrupt economic activities and affect livelihoods, with impacts on the most vulnerable populations. Unit Context:The LC6 Country Management Unit (CMU) now includes Colombia and Venezuela as part of the Andean Countries Division. LC6 oversees Bank operations in Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. The unit has a decentralized office in Lima, where the Division Director is located, along with Country Offices in Bogota, Quito, La Paz, and Santiago. The Peru Country Office employs approximately 60 staff members, while Colombia's office has 45 staff dedicated to the IBRD program. The offices in Bolivia, Ecuador, and Chile each have about 20 staff, with Bolivia and Chile successfully pioneering the One WBG offices model since 2024.The CMU oversees a wide range of Bank activities, including a large lending program (34 projects under implementation with commitments of close to $7 billion) and a strong yearly delivery of over $2 billion, accounting for about one quarter of the Region's annual new lending.  The program also includes a robust analytical and advisory engagement, comprised of about 20 ASAs, including a large RAS program in Chile.  Country Partnership Strategies were recently completed or updated in all five countries.  Duties and Accountabilities:The Program Manager is accountable for performing the responsibilities, modeling the behaviors and maintaining the technical competencies, as a member of the Regional Management Team. Accountability means being answerable for managing quality, risks, results, institutional initiatives and compliance with Bank policies and procedures.The Program Manager is responsible for the IBRD program oversight, in close coordination and in alignment with the WBG approach in the country, in close coordination with the IFC Director and under the guidance of the IBRD Division Director. S/he will be performing activities in the following areas:Strategy and Business Management•Leads the Bank's program oversight and dialogue, in close coordination with IFC and MIGA for a cohesive WBG approach to client dialogue and offerings,•Develops, updates and implements the CPF and other strategic documents in close coordination with teams across WBG.•Takes the accountability for the results outlined in the CPF for client country in coordination with operational staff, sectoral technical staff, and the country management team.•Supports the development of high-quality work programs and sector strategies based on the CPF and other strategic documents and attuned to client demand and country contexts.•Provides oversight on portfolio management and quality issues, working with clients and advising the country teams to address implementation issues, and working to ensure high quality and results on the ground.•Leads on the communication aspects on the results of the engagement.People/Talent Management•In partnership with HR, manage the country office team, including the recruitment, evaluation, and career development of locally recruited staff. Inspire technical and behavioral excellence in the team (in conjunction with the appropriate practice manager, where applicable).Resource Management•Ensures effective formulation of the Country Office budget proposal, input into CMU budget decisions and managing the Country Office's financial resources effectively, efficiently and in full compliance with Bank policies, processes and procedures.Relationship Management•Provides ongoing representation of the Bank and outreach to key partners.•Leads coordination and collaboration in the field with development partners in key engagement areas and keeps the Country Team abreast of that dialogue.•Manages relations with the on-the-ground donor communitybilateral agencies, regional and other multilateral agenciesto strengthen country-led development processes.•Fosters strong relationship with the government within a complex, fragile and changing environment.•Builds and deepens the process of consultation with state and local governments, the private sector, media, academia, and civil society groups, with the aim of growing capacity and participation of all levels of society in the development process.Knowledge Management•Cultivates an environment of openness that encourages innovation and rewards knowledge sharing and dissemination.•Ensures the implementation of Access to Information policy.•Supports task teams to apply global knowledge and consider the complex local political economy in the work program.•Disseminates best practices and lessons learned.•Manages learning and knowledge flows. Selection Criteria •PhD or Master's degree in relevant field, including business, finance, economics, or an area of expertise specific to a sector or industry.•Minimum of 12 years of professional experience in positions of increasing complexity and responsibility in an international context, with demonstrated track record in country program management, business consulting, investment banking, or operational experience in a sector relevant to the country.•Portfolio management experience and proven competency in implementation support.•Broad and deep understanding of the Evolution Roadmap and of the full range of the Bank's financial and advisory products, services and procedures, gained through solid operational experience.•Experience in leading teams on the preparation and implementation of various types of operations. Providing high-quality practical advice to management and teams on complex operational issues.•Strong political, diplomatic, and partnership skills; ability to develop and sustain close and effective senior-level working relationships with the government, private sector clients, and partners.•Strong strategic orientation in order to link macro and sector strategies as well as lending and non-lending services within a consistent development framework, and to anchor and integrate the overall economic and sector policy dialogue.•Ability to connect the dots across corporate strategies and portfolio management lessons learned to generate innovative ideas and replicable solutions.•Broad and strategic perspective and ability to translate strategy and resources into business opportunities.•Proven track record in offering integrated solutions to clients in challenging contexts.•Ability to influence and mobilize support across institutional boundaries.•Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish, with the ability to speak persuasively and present ideas clearly and concisely.•Previous managerial experience is desirable.COS CompetenciesWBG Managerial Competencies WBG Culture Attributes:1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact. 3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.World Bank Group Core CompetenciesThe World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

DescriptionThe World Bank Group is a unique global partnership of five institutions driven by a bold vision to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. As one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, we help solve the world's greatest development challenges. When you join the World Bank Group, you become part of a dynamic, diverse organization with 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide. We work with public and private sector partners, invest in groundbreaking projects, and use data, research, and technology to bring tangible and transformative change around the globe. For more information, visit www.worldbank.org. VPU Context:The World Bank Group serves 33 client countries in Latin America and the Caribbean Region (LCR). Clients range from large rapidly growing sophisticated middle-income clients to IDA countries to small Caribbean states to one fragile state, and to varying degrees face three key challenges – low productivity and growth, low quality jobs and low resilience to shocks. The region is tackling these challenges with a strong WBG approach, underpinned by selectivity and complementarity between the value added of public and private arms, and in strong partnership with relevant regional development partners.A. The challenge of low growth: After recovering lost output, the region is returning to pre-pandemic low growth and productivity scenario. After a solid post-pandemic rebound in economic activity (7.2% and 3.9% growth in 2021 and 2022 respectively), GDP growth returned to the pre-pandemic low growth around 2.2% in 2023 and 2024, with a medium-term outlook of 2.5%. With an average Gini co-efficient of [0.52] LAC remains also one of the most unequal regions in the world. It is a region where the bottom 50% earn 27 times less than the top 10%. It also represents stark differences in opportunity, a child born today in the poorest 20% quintile in LAC will on average be 17 percentage points less productive than a child born in the richest 20%.B. The challenge of quality jobs: the need for better quality jobs is paramount, with 6.2% unemployment rates, these low levels mask a deeper issue of job quality. Reflecting stagnating living standards, labor earnings have only grown by 1% or less per year in most countries over the past decade, and some 19% of workers in the region are earning incomes below the poverty line.•Investing in foundational infrastructure critical to job creation, LAC needs to invest at least 3.1% of GDP in infrastructure investments per year, yet it only invests 2%, which is significantly lower than the world average of 5.4% of GDP. This underinvestment in physical infrastructure, including in key infrastructure sectors (including resilient transport, water, energy etc.) is holding back potential for better jobs. The region is supporting clients by supporting selective transformative infrastructure projects (e.g. urban mobility, regional transport and connectivity). On human infrastructure challenge, firms in the region continue to cite skills shortages (55% of firms in LAC vs 45% in MIC regions) as a key barrier to growth and job creation. A child born in LAC is expected to reach only 56 percent of their productive potential. Three out of four 15-year olds fail basic math proficiency and cannot read adequately the soft side involves supporting clients revamp their education and health sectors. The region is supporting clients to revamp their education and health care sectors.•The LAC region also needs to foster a predictable, business-enabling policy and regulatory environment. These include ensuring macro stability, eliminating restrictive business regulations in product and factor markets, and improving access to finance, especially long-term capital. Labor market regulations in LAC are noted to be on par with the most restrictive labor market regimes among OECD countries. Further, enforcement of competition policy needs to be supported due to high levels of market concentration in LAC markets: the 50 largest firms in Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Argentina, Chile have revenues greater than 30% of GDP. At 55% of GDP, domestic credit to the private sector remains much lower than EAP (178%).•Private capital needs to be appropriately incentivized to support the provision of public goods and investments in key sectors, especially those that have the highest potential to enable and/or create better quality jobs. However, at only 19.8% of GDP, gross capital formation remains lowest among all regions (EAP is at 38% and South Asia at 30%). Private capital mobilization in the region is being held back by shallow capital markets, lack of long-term finance, high cost of capital, regulatory and institutional barriers (including in PPP frameworks). Based on country contexts, the WBG will support investments in productive clusters (energy/mining, value added manufacturing, agribusiness, tourism, etc) across the public-private spectrum.C. The challenge of vulnerability to shocks: Building resilience of the countries to shocks, including natural disasters, through contingent financing and other innovative risk management platforms at country and regional levels is critical given the high exposure to climate–related disasters and natural hazards. The Central America and the Caribbean have recurrent hurricanes that have impacts on GDP significantly higher than the regional average of 1.7%. Several countries are experiencing deep, long droughts, increasingly intense storms, and floods that disrupt economic activities and affect livelihoods, with impacts on the most vulnerable populations. Unit Context:LC2 is the Division responsible for overseeing the World Bank's program in Central America, Mexico and Dominican Republic, including country strategy formulation and implementation, policy dialogue, portfolio management, and country relations. The Division works with a diverse set of clients: two IDA countries (Honduras and Nicaragua), two lower-middle income countries (El Salvador and Guatemala), and three upper-middle income counties (Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, and Panama) with Mexico set to join the CMU from FY27. This country mix, with strong diversity and specificity, is reflected in all important dimensions of the World Bank's efforts. The Division hence includes countries with fast economic growth (like Dominican Republic and Panama) and others focused on resolving growth challenges (like El Salvador); countries struggling with high poverty rates (like Honduras and Guatemala) and others with steady progress in their poverty reduction efforts (like Dominican Republic and Costa Rica). It is also an heterogenous area in terms of political and governance contexts, while sharing common challenges. Among the latter are the need for job creation and private sector investment, human capital accumulation, progress in energy and infrastructure, and climate resilience. The Division Management Team consists of the Division Director and the Operations Manager, both based in Panama City; a Country Manager based in El Salvador who also covers Costa Rica; A Program Manager for Mexico, and Resident Representatives based in the Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Honduras (now a one World Bank Group office), and Nicaragua.  Duties and Accountabilities:The Program Manager is accountable for performing the responsibilities, modeling the behaviors and maintaining the technical competencies, as a member of the Regional Management Team. Accountability means being answerable for managing quality, risks, results, institutional initiatives and compliance with Bank policies and procedures.The Program Manager is responsible for the IBRD program oversight, in close coordination and in alignment with the WBG approach in the country, in close coordination with the IFC Director and under the guidance of the IBRD Division Director. S/he will be performing activities in the following areas:Strategy and Business Management•Leads the Bank's program oversight and dialogue, in close coordination with IFC and MIGA for a cohesive WBG approach to client dialogue and offerings,•Develops, updates and implements the CPF and other strategic documents in close coordination with teams across WBG.•Takes the accountability for the results outlined in the CPF for client country in coordination with operational staff, sectoral technical staff, and the country management team.•Supports the development of high-quality work programs and sector strategies based on the CPF and other strategic documents and attuned to client demand and country contexts.•Provides oversight on portfolio management and quality issues, working with clients and advising the country teams to address implementation issues, and working to ensure high quality and results on the ground.•Leads on the communication aspects on the results of the engagement.People/Talent Management•In partnership with HR, manage the country office team, including the recruitment, evaluation, and career development of locally recruited staff. Inspire technical and behavioral excellence in the team (in conjunction with the appropriate practice manager, where applicable).Resource Management•Ensures effective formulation of the Country Office budget proposal, input into CMU budget decisions and managing the Country Office's financial resources effectively, efficiently and in full compliance with Bank policies, processes and procedures.Relationship Management•Provides ongoing representation of the Bank and outreach to key partners.•Leads coordination and collaboration in the field with development partners in key engagement areas and keeps the Country Team abreast of that dialogue.•Manages relations with the on-the-ground donor communitybilateral agencies, regional and other multilateral agenciesto strengthen country-led development processes.•Fosters strong relationship with the government within a complex, fragile and changing environment.•Builds and deepens the process of consultation with state and local governments, the private sector, media, academia, and civil society groups, with the aim of growing capacity and participation of all levels of society in the development processKnowledge Management•Cultivates an environment of openness that encourages innovation and rewards knowledge sharing and dissemination.•Ensures the implementation of Access to Information policy.•Supports task teams to apply global knowledge and consider the complex local political economy in the work program.•Disseminates best practices and lessons learned.•Manages learning and knowledge flows. Selection Criteria•PhD or Master's degree in relevant field, including business, finance, economics, or an area of expertise specific to a sector or industry.•Minimum of 12 years of professional experience in positions of increasing complexity and responsibility in an international context, with demonstrated track record in country program management, business consulting, investment banking, or operational experience in a sector relevant to the country.•Portfolio management experience and proven competency in implementation support.•Broad and deep understanding of the Evolution Roadmap and of the full range of the Bank's financial and advisory products, services and procedures, gained through solid operational experience.•Experience in leading teams on the preparation and implementation of various types of operations. Providing high-quality practical advice to management and teams on complex operational issues.•Strong political, diplomatic, and partnership skills; ability to develop and sustain close and effective senior-level working relationships with the government, private sector clients, and partners.•Strong strategic orientation in order to link macro and sector strategies as well as lending and non-lending services within a consistent development framework, and to anchor and integrate the overall economic and sector policy dialogue.•Ability to connect the dots across corporate strategies and portfolio management lessons learned to generate innovative ideas and replicable solutions.•Broad and strategic perspective and ability to translate strategy and resources into business opportunities.•Proven track record in offering integrated solutions to clients in challenging contexts.•Ability to influence and mobilize support across institutional boundaries.•Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish, with the ability to speak persuasively and present ideas clearly and concisely.•Previous managerial experience is desirable.COS CompetenciesWBG Managerial Competencies WBG Culture Attributes:1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact. 3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.World Bank Group Core CompetenciesThe World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

DescriptionAt COP27 and CMA4, the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the Conference of the Parties serving as the Meeting of the Parties to the Paris Agreement (CMA) established funding arrangements to assist developing countries particularly vulnerable to climate change. This decision established the Fund for responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD) to assist developing countries vulnerable to the economic and non-economic impacts of climate change, including extreme weather and slow onset events.At COP28 and CMA5, the COP/CMA formally approved the Fund's Governing Instrument, designating it as part of the UNFCCC's financial mechanism and placing it under the guidance of both COP and CMA. The decision authorized the Fund's Board to secure a hosting arrangement with the World Bank as an interim trustee for four years, which includes hosting the Fund's secretariat (Secretariat). The World Bank has agreed to act as trustee and administer the Trust Fund in line with the COP/CMA's stipulations. The Secretariat, hosted by the World Bank in Washington, D.C., and led by the Executive Director (ED), coordinates the Fund's strategic activities across its governing bodies, including the Board, and the World Bank (as Trustee and Secretariat host), manages institutional relations with the Fund's stakeholders, and drives thought leadership to deliver the Board's vision and policies. Purpose of the Role These Terms of Reference define the responsibilities and qualifications of the Senior Governance Specialist within the FRLD Secretariat. The role advises the Secretariat on board affairs, governance, compliance, and the risk management function.  The Senior Governance Specialist ensures consistency of operational instruments (e.g. operations manual, Board related frameworks and guidelines) with the Governing Instrument.  The post holder will report to the Program Manager for Board Affairs and Governance and work closely with different Program Managers and the wider team to translate institutional requirements into practicable guidance to support strong governance structures that minimize risk.Key ResponsibilitiesThe key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):• Coordinate cross-unit efforts, including providing strategic advice and solutions to the Fund's Senior Management Team (SMT) on governance and board affairs matters. • Contribute to the coordination and delivery of the Secretariat and board's policy agenda, including supporting consultations, technical briefings with experts.• Contribute to the organization and support for board committees.• Offer guidance and support to risk mitigation efforts across FRLD operations, including in areas such as program design, financing and grant instruments, procurement, and compliance with host and institutional regulations.• Prepare Board and committee documents, decision memos, and advise on conflicts, liability, and procedural issues related to Board members including during Board proceedings.• Liaise with the relevant World Bank units to coordinate policy alignment, and adherence to institutional legal requirements and processes.• Monitor evolving international law, relevant national laws and regulations that might impact programming, best practices in trust fund law, and institutional policies, issuing guidance on emerging legal risks or needed adaptations.• Oversee compliance with the Governing Instrument and internal policies in collaboration with operations, audit, and compliance teams.• Develop policies such as the Oversight Policy, Fee policy, Operations manual, guidelines, frameworks such as the risk management framework, toolkits, checklists, training modules, and capacity building workshops to strengthen institutional compliance.  • Advise on dispute resolution where needed, coordinate with external legal counsel.• Undertake ad hoc assignments, including during negotiations or policy developments in climate negotiations. Selection Criteria • Education and Experience:  • An advanced degree (LL.M., J.D., or equivalent e.g., in law, public policy, international relations, environmental studies, or a related field), ideally with a focus on international law, climate policy, or sustainable development. • At least 8 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in international law, including but not limited to working with multilateral institutions or UNFCCC financial mechanisms. • Proven track record drafting, negotiating, and reviewing complex legal agreements and instruments related to loss and damage in an international or multilateral context. • Experience supporting boards of directors, including committees through drafting board papers, organizing meetings and drafting minutes. • Experience drafting policies for national governments or international financial institutions. • Experience coordinating work programs between institutions. • Experience working with or within international financial institutions (e.g. World Bank, UN agencies, climate funds) is highly desirable.• Skills and Abilities:  • Excellent legal drafting and analytical skills, with ability to synthesize legal principles, institutional rules, and operational constraints into clear, practicable guidance. • Strong judgment, risk awareness, and ability to assess trade-offs in policy, operational, and legal dimensions. • Effective communication skills (written and oral), able to explain legal complexities to non-legal audiences in concise and accessible language. • Proven stakeholder management skills, diplomacy, and ability to work collaboratively with technical, operational, and external partners. • Ability to work under time pressure, manage multiple assignments, meet tight deadlines and work across different time zones. • Capacity to work in a matrix, cross-functional environment and adapt to evolving institutional and policy priorities. • Prior experience in climate finance, trust funds, or environmental funds (e.g. GCF, GEF, Adaptation Fund). • Exposure to governance, fiduciary, compliance, or dispute resolution in donor/trust fund settings. • Familiarity with national legal systems in developing countries, privileges and immunities, and institutional liability frameworks. • Experience delivering capacity building programs in international settings. • Proficiency in one or more UN languages beyond English (French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Chinese) is an asset.  WBG Culture Attributes:1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact. 3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.World Bank Group Core CompetenciesThe World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

DescriptionDo you want to build a career that is truly worthwhile? The World Bank Group is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries; a unique global partnership of five institutions dedicated to boosting growth and creating jobs – as a forward-looking strategy for stability and opportunity. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, we work with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges. For more information, visit www.worldbank.org.Note: The location for this position will be confirmed at a later stage; however, the selected candidate will be based within the Africa region or Washington D.C.. Regional Context:The Regional Programs Unit covers AFE and AFW regions (Sub-Saharan African countries), while closely exploring linkages and synergies with North Africa. The Unit has a small team of staff who work with the countries across the regions and the World Bank Group Knowledge Bank. The Director and the team in the unit set the strategic direction for regional programming across the continent and is responsible for supporting flagship platforms like M300, AgriConnect and Universal Health Care which are corporate priorities for the World Bank Group. The work program comprises bringing best in class development knowledge to issues facing countries across Africa, working with the regional Chief Economist and Regional Practice Directors on analytics to inform policy dialogue and operations, design and deliver the regional projects funded by IDA / IBRD resources and oversee the implementation of the regional project portfolio, and manage the convening of countries through formal structures (of Regional Economic Communities) or other platforms for cooperation. The Director is a member of the SLTs and RMTs of both regions, and reports to the AFW Vice President.The World Bank's Western & Central Africa (AFW), Eastern and Southern Africa (AFE) Regions are committed to helping the African continent realize its considerable development potential. The core values guiding our work are passion for our mission of sustainable poverty reduction with keen attention to quality and transformative impact, putting the needs of the client at the center of all our activities, trust and respect as a common currency, intellectual rigor and curiosity, honesty and integrity, teamwork, openness to learning, and the courage to admit we do not always have the answer.The continent is on the move, with a young population and a growing market of nearly 1.3 billion people. Yet, these vast opportunities are tempered by the lack of jobs and opportunities, keeping the population in poverty and frustration. Gaps in education, health, and skills have Africa only reaching forty percent of its estimated potential. Serious gaps in infrastructure and uneven and insufficient reform progress are also major impediments for job creation and income growth. The region needs to achieve sustained higher growth and create an enabling environment for private sector capital mobilization at large. This needs to be done concurrently as conflict, food insecurity, population growth, and the disruptive forces of climate change pose continued threats to progress.Regional cooperation across the countries on the continent is critical for infrastructure, trade, competitiveness and for transformational development as envisaged under platforms such as M300, Agri Connect and Economic Corridors (e.g., Lobito). The current regional program is a significant part of the World Bank's engagement in the region with FY25 closing with financial commitments of around $23 billion for regional programs in Africa. These programs include M300 operations, physical and digital connectivity including corridors, water, minerals, and trade to boost economic growth. Skills and health are also critical for the regional strategy on jobs. The new regional strategy under development will promote selective transformative engagements with a sharp focus on jobs and pursuit of the most transformative development opportunities for the region where the World Bank Group has comparative advantage. Strong partnerships with other development partners and African regional entities is critical to success.Duties and Accountabilities:The Director, Regional Programs has overall responsibility for managing the overall strategic direction and regional priorities for AFW and AFE, working collaboratively with the IBRD/IDA Regional leadership teams (RLTs) and Division Directors (DDs), IFC and MIGA to ensure the regional program is aligned with World Bank Group strategic direction and priorities, respond to the most pressing and promising development opportunities across African countries and drive, mobilize and complement country programs. The Director will ensure working throughout as One World Bank Group to ensure efforts are coherent and impactful – and leverage private capital. The Director, Regional Programs will assume the following duties and accountabilities:•Collaborating with IBRD, IDA and IFC Regional Vice Presidents (RVPs), DDs and Regional Practice Directors (RPDs) and MIGA teams, the Regional Leadership Teams (RLT), regional organizations, and client countries to identify strategic priorities for a regional approach to development challenges.•In close collaboration with AFW and AFE management, oversee WBG's engagements and relationships with global and regional organizations and economic communities in Africa.•Collaborate with RPDs and DDs to ensure strong alignment and mainstreaming of regional programs in country dialogue and operations and ensure they are engaged in decision reviews and performance monitoring of implementation.•Ensure that the IDA resources allocated by RVPs/Country Management Units (CMUs) are used to develop transformative and impactful regional programs in line with World Bank Group strategic direction and flagship platforms and notably in the areas of trade and cross-border connectivity.•Accountable strong portfolio and pipeline quality and working closely with CMUs so that they are actively involved in portfolio quality and risk management systems for the program. Ensure DDs are fully engaged in program supervision and in dialogue with the counterparts to ensure satisfactory implementation performance.•Improve systems, processes, and reporting methods for impacts and outcomes.•Identify and lead regional tasks related to regional operations in accordance with regional priorities, working closely with RPDs.•Facilitate close coordination with MENAAP on strategic issues that cover the African continent.Responsibilities:The Director, Regional Programs, is responsible for performing activities in the following areas:Strategy, Solutions and Results to Clients:•Leads his/her team to deliver on World Bank Group strategic priorities and the most transformative opportunities for Africa's development, in collaboration with other stakeholders, ensuring coherence and maximizing speed, scale and impact.•Draws on the World Bank Group Knowledge Bank's thought leadership and solutions and impact (scale and replicability) know-how to ensure high impact solutions.•Accountable for delivering high-quality and timely results.•Assist the management team in building and maintaining a balanced portfolio of innovative, cost-effective, and demand-driven products and services that reflect corporate priorities.•Implements quality control processes/inputs to support the delivery of products and services in close collaboration with DDs and RPDs.•Ensures availability and maintenance of portfolio, pipeline, staff and budget information as well as portfolio quality and performance metrics to inform the WBG management.•Leads on high-priority initiatives and projects.People/ Talent Management:•Models exemplary World Bank Group leadership values and managerial behaviors and reinforces these qualities in own team and staff.•Drives and inspires technical excellence within the team and the unit by creating an environment of learning and innovation that attracts and develops the best talent reflective of the diversity of our clients.•Supports management in developing and implementing appropriate strategies for global staffing, deployment, talent and performance management.•Along with and on behalf of the VPs, contributes to and implements and monitors compliance with talent management, diversity and inclusion plans.•Encourages and incentivizes staff mobility across units and contributes to career development.•Supports the Agile Bank initiative.Resource Management:•Manages the department's budget (internal and external funds) to support the implementation of the VPUs' strategy. Helps managers optimize the various sources of funding for better client delivery.•In consultation with relevant stakeholders within the WBG, decides on the best use of internal and external resources for maximum client and developmental impact.•Is accountable for delivering the agreed upon work program through cost-effective use of resources (human and budget) within the agreed parameters and in compliance with internal controls and policies and ensures timely delivery and overall quality of the VPUs' outputs.Knowledge Management:•With support of the World Bank Group Knowledge Bank, engages with managers and other directors in the VPUs to develop a knowledge and learning strategy and approach that integrates cross-cutting and multi-sectoral links.•Provides personal leadership in one or more of the areas critical to the implementation of the VPUs' strategy and priorities and helps integrate policy direction and strategic priorities with business development and operational priorities.•Ensures timely flow and capture of knowledge and expertise so that clients receive the highest quality support and knowledge they need, when and where they need it.•Promotes innovative and cross-cutting research, as well as the dissemination of technical and experiential knowledge and learning.•Instills a culture of evidence-based, yet client tailored engagement for highest development impact. Selection Criteria•Passion for the WBG mission.•PhD or Master's degree in relevant field, and typically the successful candidate will have 15 or more years of relevant experience in positions of increasing complexity and responsibility.•Prior work experience in achieving results on the ground in more than one region. •Strong ability to engage with large number of sectors/Global Practices.•Experience working with or across the World Bank Group is considered an asset.•Solid knowledge of Bank operations and policies.•Experience in working in the Africa Region is desired.•Demonstrated leadership values and exemplification of WBG managerial and core competencies, as referenced below.•Personal leadership in shaping and leading new agendas, bringing thought leadership and analysis together with delivery capacity for maximum client impact.•Recognized expert within WBG or among one or more of the following: academia, partners, private sector actors, and policymakers, and with track record of applying practice know-how and effective policy dialogue to achieve development results.•Track record of managing complex and large work programs, budgets, portfolio monitoring and supervision, with proven results.•Proven ability to effectively implement complex change management initiatives.•Strong written and oral communication skills with proven experience in dealing with the media, external constituencies and/or expert groups.Skills/Knowledge/Competencies:In addition to generic elements for operational staff at GI level, following are the specific elements:•Strong leadership and team building skills demonstrated through leading multi-disciplinary/ multi-cultural teams in complex tasks across the matrix.•Proactivity, energy, and ability to innovate.•Ability to work across a broad range of tasks in parallel, to set priorities, and to achieve results under stress.•Sensitivity to political economy, social, and cultural factors and ability to analyze complex situations.•Ability to integrate various sector perspectives into a country-relevant overall approach.•Solid knowledge of Bank operational processes and procedures (including roles and responsibilities of various units).•Excellent inter-personal and diplomatic skills.•Ability to communicate clearly and articulately both verbally and in writing with a broad range of counterparts.•Experience in working on both middle income and fragile states would be a plus.WBG Leadership Values and Managerial Behaviors•Leadership of Self: Role model the change and values for WBG; Demonstrate courage of convictions, ownership and self-mastery within the organization in accordance to our values.•People Leadership: Lead and inspire staff to perform and deliver for better results. Help others achieve their fullest potential through coaching and mentorship.•Collaborative Leadership: Be mutually accountable for entire WBG's corporate targets and success. Work across WBG and with clients and partners to achieve better results.•Client Solutions Leadership: Be the leading provider of development solutions for country clients. Provide leadership in both knowledge generation and knowledge sharing.•Decisive Leadership: Take informed risks and make decisions in a transparent manner resulting in transformative impact for clients. Commit to decision once they have been made. WBG Managerial Competencies WBG Culture Attributes:1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact. 3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.World Bank Group Core CompetenciesThe World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.         ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

DescriptionThe World Bank Group is a unique global partnership of five institutions driven by a bold vision to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. As one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, we help solve the world's greatest development challenges. When you join the World Bank Group, you become part of a dynamic, diverse organization with 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide. We work with public and private sector partners, invest in groundbreaking projects, and use data, research, and technology to bring tangible and transformative change around the globe. For more information, visit www.worldbank.org VPU Context:  EAP is a large and diverse region, ranging from Small Island States of the Pacific to the Philippines, Indonesia and China. Despite substantial economic growth and poverty reduction, the EAP region faces huge development challenges. Growth and job creation has been uneven across and within countries, institutions still need strengthening, and most countries are already affected by climate change and need to build resilience to more frequent disasters. The Bank plays a significant advisory and financial role on improving living standards through sustained growth and job creation and is increasingly embedding global public goods in country programs. The World Bank Group is seen as a premier development institution in the Region, with a leadership role on analytical and advisory services as well as financing. For more information on East Asia and the Pacific Region: https://www.worldbank.org/en/region/eap  Unit Context:  The China, Mongolia, and Korea Country Management Unit (CMU) oversees the World Bank's engagement in China, Mongolia, and Korea. The China program is pivoting towards a more knowledge focused engagement, underscoring both inbound and outbound knowledge. Mongolia has adynamic lending and AAA program. The Republic of Korea, while not a borrower, engages with the Bank as a learning partner, donor, and stakeholder. The Division Director is based in Beijing, China, and is supported by an Operations Manager in Beijing, China, a Country Manager in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, a WBG Country Manager in Songdo, South Korea, and a Senior Country Officer in Washington, D.C.Duties and accountabilities:  The Division Director will be accountable for modeling WBG leadership values and managerial behavior, and ensuring that the unit delivers on its commitments. Accountability means being answerable for making strategic choices, managing quality, risks, results, institutional initiatives, external and internal resources, and compliance with WBG policies and procedures.Business Management responsibilities:•Serves as the Bank's focal point for communications with country authorities.•Develops and leads the implementation of the Country Partnership Frameworks (CPF), with special attention to selectivity and relevant analytical and financing interventions at the sub-regional, country, sectoral and program levels that produce practical, visible and sustainable development results.•Leads the coordination and delivery of the Bank's dialogue, strategy and related work program in (countries) in close coordination with the Country Manager for Mongolia, the WBG Country Manager for South Korea and the Operations Manager and shared services team.•Provides guidance, advice and support on political, social, economic and other relevant developments in (countries) to country team members and others.•Supports the development and monitors the implementation of high-quality work programs which must be based on the CPFs and are attuned to client demands and country contexts.•Provides oversight on portfolio management (including trust funds) and quality issues, working with clients and the country team to provide timely and effective implementation support.•Manages the day-to-day operations of the country offices in close coordination with the OM, CM for Mongolia, WBG Manager for Korea, and other corporate offices (e.g., GCS on security).People/ Talent Management responsibilities:•Leads and motivates the country team with a focus on continuing to motivate teams, beneficiary orientation, development outcomes, partnerships, cross-sectoral coordination, and problem-solving, and takes ownership for achieving and communicating these outcomes to operational staff, and management.•Manages the CMU and models integrity and inclusion, and offers mentoring and development opportunities for staff.Resource Management responsibilities:•Ensures that deployment of CMU resources is consistent with RM rules, policies, and internal controls.•Sets priorities and allocates budget within and across countries, in line with institutional priorities and a view to improving the impact beneficial to the Bank's activities.•Ensures that CMU budget utilization is consistent with regional and corporate priorities.Relationship Management responsibilities (Internal and External):•Manages the complex political economy, demonstrating strategic patience with partners, interim administration officials, civil society and private sector. Exercises courageous and transformative leadership in dialogue.•Works proactively with IFC and MIGA to leverage World Bank financial and technical support, including with the private sector.•Appreciates the complexities and relevance of political economy considerations on the Bank's development efficiency in the region. Collaborates appropriately with other Directors, regional and sub-regional institutions, and partners to improve such efficiency.Knowledge Management responsibilities:•Embraces good corporate citizenship, including contributing to the development, implementation, and communication of corporate policies, strategies, and priorities (including ongoing reforms in investment lending, knowledge management, HR policies, and the "Global Bank").•Champions corporate and regional management initiatives.•As the Division Director in reference to the FCV strategy support collecting and sharing lessons from the engagement with peers and colleagues working in the FCV committee and contributing to the further evolution of the Bank's strategic engagement in difficult context. Security responsibilities:•In accordance with the Framework of Accountability for the WBG Security Management System (WBG Directive), acts as Head of Security for the Duty Station and Duty Station Area responsible and accountable for resident Staff, business and benefit travelers, Registered Dependents and Bank Group property.•Represents the Bank in the country-level UN Security Management System. Selection Criteria •PhD or Master's degree in economics or related field, with a minimum of 15 years of experience in positions of growing complexity and responsibility•Recognized expert within WBG or among one or more of the following: academia, private sector actors and policymakers – and with a proven track record of applying practice know-how and effective policy dialogue to achieve development results•Experience and ability to engage with clients at the senior level and represent the Bank at high-level international fora•Demonstrated thought leadership on (sector) through economic research and publication recognized by academic and policy community•Substantive experience working in client countries of different regions and familiarity with the WBG services including deep technical knowledge and experience on (sector) policy•Demonstrated in-depth experience working across practice and disciplinary boundaries, with different units of the WBG and with multiple partners both public and private in building collaborative alliances for results•Extensive experience managing complex and large work programs, budgets, portfolio monitoring and supervision with proven results•Proven ability to effectively implement complex change management initiativesWBG Managerial Competencies WBG Culture Attributes:1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact. 3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.World Bank Group Core CompetenciesThe World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

DescriptionThe World Bank Group is a unique global partnership of five institutions driven by a bold vision to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. As one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, we help solve the world's greatest development challenges. When you join the World Bank Group, you become part of a dynamic, diverse organization with 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide. We work with public and private sector partners, invest in groundbreaking projects, and use data, research, and technology to bring tangible and transformative change around the globe. For more information, visit www.worldbank.org VPU Context:  The World Bank Group serves 33 client countries in Latin America and the Caribbean Region (LCR).  Clients range from large rapidly growing sophisticated middle-income clients to IDA countries to small Caribbean states to one fragile state, and to varying degrees face three key challenges – low productivity and growth, low quality jobs and low resilience to shocks.  The region is tackling these challenges with a strong WBG approach, underpinned by selectivity and complementarity between the value added of public and private arms, and in strong partnership with relevant regional development partners. A. The challenge of low growth: After recovering lost output, the region is returning to pre-pandemic low growth and productivity scenario. After a solid post-pandemic rebound in economic activity (7.2% and 3.9% growth in 2021 and 2022 respectively), GDP growth returned to the pre-pandemic low growth around 2.2% in 2023 and 2024, with a medium-term outlook of 2.5%.  With an average Gini co-efficient of [0.52] LAC remains also one of the most unequal regions in the world. It is a region where the bottom 50% earn 27 times less than the top 10%. It also represents stark differences in opportunity, a child born today in the poorest 20% quintile in LAC will on average be 17 percentage points less productive than a child born in the richest 20%.B. The challenge of quality jobs: the need for better quality jobs is paramount, with 6.2% unemployment rates, these low levels mask a deeper issue of job quality. Reflecting stagnating living standards, labor earnings have only grown by 1% or less per year in most countries over the past decade, and some 19% of workers in the region are earning incomes below the poverty line.  Investing in foundational infrastructure critical to job creation, LAC needs to invest at least 3.1% of GDP in infrastructure investments per year, yet it only invests 2%, which is significantly lower than the world average of 5.4% of GDP. This underinvestment in physical infrastructure, including in key infrastructure sectors (including resilient transport, water, energy etc.) is holding back potential for better jobs. The region supports clients by supporting selective transformative infrastructure projects (e.g. urban mobility, regional transport and connectivity). On human infrastructure challenge, firms in the region continue to cite skills shortages (55% of firms in LAC vs 45% in MIC regions) as a key barrier to growth and job creation. A child born in LAC is expected to reach only 56 percent of their productive potential. Three out of four 15-year-olds fail basic math proficiency and cannot read adequately; the soft side involves supporting clients revamp their education and health sectors. The region is supporting clients to revamp their education and health care sectors.The LAC region also needs to foster a predictable, business-enabling policy and regulatory environment. These include ensuring macro stability, eliminating restrictive business regulations in product and factor markets, and improving access to finance, especially long-term capital. Labor market regulations in LAC are noted to be on par with the most restrictive labor market regimes among OECD countries. Further, enforcement of competition policy needs to be supported due to high levels of market concentration in LAC markets: the 50 largest firms in Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Argentina, Chile have revenues greater than 30% of GDP. At 55% of GDP, domestic credit to the private sector remains much lower than EAP (178%).Private capital needs to be appropriately incentivized to support the provision of public goods and investments in key sectors, especially those that have the highest potential to enable and/or create better quality jobs. However, at only 19.8% of GDP, gross capital formation remains lowest among all regions (EAP is at 38% and South Asia at 30%). Private capital mobilization in the region is being held back by shallow capital markets, lack of long-term finance, high cost of capital, regulatory and institutional barriers (including in PPP frameworks). Based on country contexts, the WBG will support investments in productive clusters (energy/mining, value added manufacturing, agribusiness, tourism, etc.) across the public-private spectrum.C. The challenge of vulnerability to shocks.  Building resilience of the countries to shocks, including natural disasters, through contingent financing and other innovative risk management platforms at country and regional levels is critical given the high exposure to climate–related disasters and natural hazards. Central America and the Caribbean have recurrent hurricanes that have impacts on GDP significantly higher than the regional average of 1.7%. Several countries are experiencing deep, long droughts, increasingly intense storms, and floods that disrupt economic activities and affect livelihoods, with impacts on the most vulnerable populations.Unit Context:  The Caribbean Country Management Unit (LC3 CMU) covers 19 countries, with a total population of about 18 million people, ranging from Sint Maarten (40,000) to Haiti (11 million). The CMU and key staff, including the Country Director and Operations Manager, are based in Kingston, Jamaica. Additionally, the CMU has Country Offices in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Sint Maarten, Guyana (WBG country office) and Barbados. A Caribbean CMU anchor unit represents the CMU in Washington, D.C. and supports the overall work program.In collaboration with Global Practice Groups, the LC3 CMU supports the development priorities of Caribbean countries through financing (IDA, IBRD, trust fund) and knowledge services and also provides reimbursable advisory services in Overseas Countries and Territories. The active program includes a portfolio of 72 projects with commitments of $2.6bn in IBRD, IDA, and recipient-executed trust fund financing and 49 advisory services and analytics (ASA) products. Duties and accountabilities: The Division Director will be accountable for modeling WBG leadership values and managerial behavior, and ensuring that the unit delivers on its commitments. Accountability means being answerable for making strategic choices, managing quality, risks, results, institutional initiatives, external and internal resources, and compliance with WBG policies and procedures.Business Management responsibilities:•Serves as the Bank's focal point for communications with country authorities.•Develops and leads the implementation of the Country Partnership Frameworks (CPF), with special attention to selectivity and relevant analytical and financing interventions at the sub-regional, country, sectoral and program levels that produce practical, visible and sustainable development results.•Leads the coordination and delivery of the Bank's dialogue, strategy and related work program in Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay in close coordination with the (RRs) for Paraguay, Uruguay and the Operations Manager and shared services team.•Provides guidance, advice and support on political, social, economic and other relevant developments in Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay to country team members and others.•Supports the development and monitors the implementation of high-quality work programs which must be based on the CPFs and are attuned to client demands and country contexts.•Provides oversight on portfolio management (including trust funds) and quality issues, working with clients and the country team to provide timely and effective implementation support.•Manages the day-to-day operations of the country offices in close coordination with the OM, RR and other corporate offices (e.g., GCS on security).People/ Talent Management responsibilities:•Leads and motivates the country team with a focus on continuing to motivate teams, beneficiary orientation, development outcomes, partnerships, cross-sectoral coordination, and problem-solving, and takes ownership for achieving and communicating these outcomes to operational staff, and management.•Manages the CMU, models integrity and inclusion, and offers mentoring and development opportunities for staff.Resource Management responsibilities:•Ensures that deployment of CMU resources is consistent with relevant resource management rules, policies, and internal controls.•Sets priorities and allocates budget within and across countries, in line with institutional priorities and a view to improving the impact beneficial to the Bank's activities.•Ensures that CMU budget utilization is consistent with regional and corporate priorities.Relationship Management responsibilities (Internal and External):•Manages the complex political economy, demonstrating strategic patience with partners, interim administration officials, civil society and private sector. Exercises courageous and transformative leadership in dialogue.•Works proactively with IFC and MIGA to leverage World Bank financial and technical support, including with the private sector.•Appreciates the complexities and relevance of political economy considerations on the Bank's development efficiency in the region. Collaborates appropriately with other Directors, regional and sub-regional institutions, and partners to improve such efficiency.Knowledge Management responsibilities:•Embraces good corporate citizenship, including contributing to the development, implementation, and communication of corporate policies, strategies, and priorities (including ongoing reforms in investment lending, knowledge management, HR policies, and the "Global Bank").•Champions corporate and regional management initiatives.•As the Division Director in reference to the FCV strategy support collecting and sharing lessons from the engagement with peers and colleagues working in the FCV committee and contributing to the further evolution of the Bank's strategic engagement in difficult context. Security responsibilities:•In accordance with the Framework of Accountability for the WBG Security Management System (WBG Directive), acts as Head of Security for the Duty Station and Duty Station Area responsible and accountable for resident Staff, business and benefit travelers, Registered Dependents and Bank Group property.•Represents the Bank in the country-level UN Security Management System. Selection Criteria•PhD or Master's degree in economics or related field, with a minimum of 15 years of experience in positions of growing complexity and responsibility•Recognized expert within WBG or among one or more of the following: academia, private sector actors and policymakers – and with a proven track record of applying practice know-how and effective policy dialogue to achieve development results•Experience and ability to engage with clients at the senior level and represent the Bank at high-level international fora•Demonstrated thought leadership on (sector) through economic research and publication recognized by academic and policy community•Substantive experience working in client countries of different regions and familiarity with the WBG services including deep technical knowledge and experience on (sector) policy•Demonstrated in-depth experience working across practice and disciplinary boundaries, with different units of the WBG and with multiple partners both public and private in building collaborative alliances for results•Extensive experience managing complex and large work programs, budgets, portfolio monitoring and supervision with proven results•Proven ability to effectively implement complex change management initiativesWBG Managerial Competencies WBG Culture Attributes:1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact. 3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.World Bank Group Core CompetenciesThe World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

DescriptionThe World Bank Group is a unique global partnership of five institutions driven by a bold vision to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. As one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, we help solve the world's greatest development challenges. When you join the World Bank Group, you become part of a dynamic, diverse organization with 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide. We work with public and private sector partners, invest in groundbreaking projects, and use data, research, and technology to bring tangible and transformative change around the globe. For more information, visit www.worldbank.org VPU Context:The World Bank Group serves 33 client countries in Latin America and the Caribbean Region (LCR).  Clients range from large rapidly growing sophisticated middle-income clients to IDA countries to small Caribbean states to one fragile state, and to varying degrees face three key challenges – low productivity and growth, low quality jobs and low resilience to shocks. The region is tackling these challenges with a strong WBG approach, underpinned by selectivity and complementarity between the value added of public and private arms, and in strong partnership with relevant regional development partners.A. The challenge of low growth: After recovering lost output, the region is returning to pre-pandemic low growth and productivity scenario. After a solid post-pandemic rebound in economic activity (7.2% and 3.9% growth in 2021 and 2022 respectively), GDP growth returned to the pre-pandemic low growth around 2.2% in 2023 and 2024, with a medium-term outlook of 2.5%. With an average Gini co-efficient of [0.52] LAC remains also one of the most unequal regions in the world. It is a region where the bottom 50% earn 27 times less than the top 10%. It also represents stark differences in opportunity, a child born today in the poorest 20% quintile in LAC will on average be 17 percentage points less productive than a child born in the richest 20%.B. The challenge of quality jobs: the need for better quality jobs is paramount, with 6.2% unemployment rates, these low levels mask a deeper issue of job quality. Reflecting stagnating living standards, labor earnings have only grown by 1% or less per year in most countries over the past decade, and some 19% of workers in the region are earning incomes below the poverty line.•Investing in foundational infrastructure critical to job creation, LAC needs to invest at least 3.1% of GDP in infrastructure investments per year, yet it only invests 2%, which is significantly lower than the world average of 5.4% of GDP. This underinvestment in physical infrastructure, including in key infrastructure sectors (including resilient transport, water, energy etc.) is holding back potential for better jobs. The region supports clients by supporting selective transformative infrastructure projects (e.g. urban mobility, regional transport and connectivity). On human infrastructure challenge, firms in the region continue to cite skills shortages (55% of firms in LAC vs 45% in MIC regions) as a key barrier to growth and job creation. A child born in LAC is expected to reach only 56 percent of their productive potential. Three out of four 15-year-olds fail basic math proficiency and cannot read adequately the soft side involves supporting clients revamp their education and health sectors. The region is supporting clients to revamp their education and health care sectors.•The LAC region also needs to foster a predictable, business-enabling policy and regulatory environment. These include ensuring macro stability, eliminating restrictive business regulations in product and factor markets, and improving access to finance, especially long-term capital. Labor market regulations in LAC are noted to be on par with the most restrictive labor market regimes among OECD countries. Further, enforcement of competition policy needs to be supported due to high levels of market concentration in LAC markets: the 50 largest firms in Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Argentina, Chile have revenues greater than 30% of GDP. At 55% of GDP, domestic credit to the private sector remains much lower than EAP (178%).•Private capital needs to be appropriately incentivized to support the provision of public goods and investments in key sectors, especially those that have the highest potential to enable and/or create better quality jobs. However, at only 19.8% of GDP, gross capital formation remains lowest among all regions (EAP is at 38% and South Asia at 30%). Private capital mobilization in the region is being held back by shallow capital markets, lack of long-term finance, high cost of capital, regulatory and institutional barriers (including in PPP frameworks). Based on country contexts, the WBG will support investments in productive clusters (energy/mining, value added manufacturing, agribusiness, tourism, etc) across the public-private spectrum.C. The challenge of vulnerability to shocks: Building resilience of the countries to shocks, including natural disasters, through contingent financing and other innovative risk management platforms at country and regional levels is critical given the high exposure to climate–related disasters and natural hazards. Central America and the Caribbean have recurrent hurricanes that have impacts on GDP significantly higher than the regional average of 1.7%. Several countries are experiencing deep, long droughts, increasingly intense storms, and floods that disrupt economic activities and affect livelihoods, with impacts on the most vulnerable populations.Unit Context:The LC7 Country Management Unit (CMU) is responsible for Bank operations in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay, and is composed of a decentralized office in Buenos Aires, where the Division Director (DD) and the Operations Manager are based, and Country Offices in Asunción and Montevideo (WGB), each led by a Resident Representative (RR). The Buenos Aires office is large (around 85 staff) covering all aspects of the operational business from the field. The CMU oversees a wide range of Bank activities, including a number of operations and a diverse knowledge program. Given the setup of the CMU, extensive communication and coordination among virtual teams working in Buenos Aires, Asunción, and Montevideo is required. The three LC7 offices have around 140 staff combined, which includes both CMU staff, as well as those mapped to GPs and other units. LC7 has pioneered the Joint Country Representation initiative since July 2024 when Uruguay became a Joint Country Representation -now evolved into a vibrant WBG Country Office.The LC7 portfolio is undergoing a shift towards a new business model, supporting new Country Partnership Frameworks in Argentina and Paraguay focused on private sector-led growth and job creation. Alongside these efforts, Uruguay has served as a context for the development of numerous innovative approaches within the Bank's regional engagement. With 36 projects totaling $10.57 billion, the IBRD's largest program in Latin America in volume, LC7 aligns its strategies to country needs while measuring impact through indicators like jobs, human capital protection, and private investment. In fiscal year 2025 alone, the World Bank approved over $3.7 billion dollars in loans, all directed toward results-oriented operations or policy development support. In this dynamic context, the Operations team is now expected to provide high-level guidance and support across a broad range of operational issues.We aim to fill this position by January 2026. The selected candidate should be prepared to relocate to Buenos Aires around that time.Duties and accountabilities:The Division Director will be accountable for modeling WBG leadership values and managerial behavior, and ensuring that the unit delivers on its commitments. Accountability means being answerable for making strategic choices, managing quality, risks, results, institutional initiatives, external and internal resources, and compliance with WBG policies and procedures.Business Management responsibilities:•Serves as the Bank's focal point for communications with country authorities.•Develops and leads the implementation of the Country Partnership Frameworks (CPF), with special attention to selectivity and relevant analytical and financing interventions at the sub-regional, country, sectoral and program levels that produce practical, visible and sustainable development results.•Leads the coordination and delivery of the Bank's dialogue, strategy and related work program in Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay in close coordination with the (RRs) for Paraguay, Uruguay, the Operations Manager and shared services team.•Provides guidance, advice and support on political, social, economic and other relevant developments in Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay to country team members and others.•Supports the development and monitors the implementation of high-quality work programs which must be based on the CPFs and are attuned to client demands and country contexts.•Provides oversight on portfolio management (including trust funds) and quality issues, working with clients and the country team to provide timely and effective implementation support.•Manages the day-to-day operations of the country offices in close coordination with the OM, RR and other corporate offices (e.g., GCS on security).People/ Talent Management responsibilities:•Leads and motivates the country team with a focus on continuing to motivate teams, beneficiary orientation, development outcomes, partnerships, cross-sectoral coordination, and problem-solving, and takes ownership for achieving and communicating these outcomes to operational staff, and management.•Manages the CMU, models integrity and inclusion, and offers mentoring and development opportunities for staff.Resource Management responsibilities:•Ensures that deployment of CMU resources is consistent with relevant resource management rules, policies, and internal controls.•Sets priorities and allocates budget within and across countries, in line with institutional priorities and a view to improving the impact beneficial to the Bank's activities.•Ensures that CMU budget utilization is consistent with regional and corporate priorities.Relationship Management responsibilities (Internal and External):•Manages the complex political economy, demonstrating strategic patience with partners, interim administration officials, civil society and private sector. Exercises courageous and transformative leadership in dialogue.•Works proactively with IFC and MIGA to leverage World Bank financial and technical support, including with the private sector.•Appreciates the complexities and relevance of political economy considerations on the Bank's development efficiency in the region. Collaborates appropriately with other Directors, regional and sub-regional institutions, and partners to improve such efficiency.Knowledge Management responsibilities:•Embraces good corporate citizenship, including contributing to the development, implementation, and communication of corporate policies, strategies, and priorities (including ongoing reforms in investment lending, knowledge management, HR policies, and the "Global Bank").•Champions corporate and regional management initiatives.Security responsibilities:•In accordance with the Framework of Accountability for the WBG Security Management System (WBG Directive), acts as Head of Security for the Duty Station and Duty Station Area responsible and accountable for resident Staff, business and benefit travelers, Registered Dependents and Bank Group property.•Represents the Bank in the country-level UN Security Management System. Selection Criteria •PhD or Master's degree in economics or related field, with a minimum of 15 years of experience in positions of growing complexity and responsibility•Recognized expert within WBG or among one or more of the following: academia, private sector actors and policymakers – and with a proven track record of applying practice know-how and effective policy dialogue to achieve development results•Experience and ability to engage with clients at the senior level and represent the Bank at high-level international fora•Demonstrated thought leadership on (sector) through economic research and publication recognized by academic and policy community•Substantive experience working in client countries of different regions and familiarity with the WBG services including deep technical knowledge and experience on (sector) policy•Demonstrated in-depth experience working across practice and disciplinary boundaries, with different units of the WBG and with multiple partners both public and private in building collaborative alliances for results•Extensive experience managing complex and large work programs, budgets, portfolio monitoring and supervision with proven results•Fluency in oral and written Spanish is required.•Proven ability to effectively implement complex change management initiativesWBG Managerial Competencies WBG Culture Attributes:1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact. 3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.World Bank Group Core CompetenciesThe World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

DescriptionThe World Bank Group is a unique global partnership of five institutions driven by a bold vision to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. As one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, we help solve the world's greatest development challenges. When you join the World Bank Group, you become part of a dynamic, diverse organization with 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide. We work with public and private sector partners, invest in groundbreaking projects, and use data, research, and technology to bring tangible and transformative change around the globe. For more information, visit www.worldbank.org VPU Context:The Operations Policy and Country Services (OPCS) of the World Bank plays a pivotal role in achieving the World Bank Group's (WBG) mission. OPCS is at the center of the 'operations complex' and plays a critical role in supporting the Bank's leadership on all issues related to Bank operations. OPCS develops and oversees operational policies and their modernization, including the VPU's readiness to support the WBG ambition on scale, speed and impact. OPCS provides advice and support to the Managing Director of Operations to ensure delivery of strategically aligned, innovative, impactful financing and analytical work while managing risks. It also helps teams, including through hands-on assistance, to apply the Bank's policies, processes, and risk management tools for our clients. Working in OPCS helps World Bank professionals gain broad exposure to strategic operations issues and develop a deeper understanding of the business of the Bank. (link:https://worldbankgroup.sharepoint.com/sites/opcs) Duties and Responsibilities:The Director and Chief Financial Management Officer (CFMO), is accountable for performing the responsibilities, modeling the behaviors and maintaining the technical competencies (listed below) in his or her capacity as a Director of the Operations Standards and Financial Management (OPSPF) department in OPCS. Accountability means being answerable for managing quality, risks, results, institutional initiatives and compliance with Bank policies and procedures.The Director and CFMO is responsible for performing roles in the following areas:•Creating the appropriate policy environment for operational excellence for Financial Management.•Overall leadership, direction and guidance to the Department, and responsibility for the unit's budget, human resources, and work program delivery. In addition to close interactions with Regional and Vertical teams, the Department interacts frequently with Senior Management, the Board, and Board Committees.•General oversight, coordination, monitoring and consistency of the Financial Management (FM) framework, including, interpreting, proposing or concurring with revisions to (i) the FM aspects of IPF, PforR and DPF Policies, Directives and Procedures, and (ii) Directive on FM in Bank-Financed Operations and •Other Operational Matters. Issuing new, revising and interpreting existing FM Guidance.•Overseeing and monitoring the overall implementation of the FM arrangements in Bank-financed operations, including quality assurance, coordinating across Regions for consistency.•Reporting on status and progress of FM arrangements to senior management and the Board.•Chairing the Professional Accreditation and Standards Panel (PASP) for Financial Management and deciding on the accreditation requirements and acceptability of qualifications and experiences for FM Staff recommended by Regional Practice Managers responsible for the Financial Management (PMFM) for accreditation.•Chairing the Financial Management Operations Review Committee (FMORC) and deciding on requests for audit exceptions in accordance with applicable Bank Procedures.•Leading and representing the Bank, in collaboration with relevant knowledge verticals, regions, and other units, as appropriate, in operational FM matters, both internally and externally, including, on global partnerships with standard setters and their public interest bodies, the harmonization of Bank FM arrangements and procedures, and dialogue on operational FM matters with other multilateral or bilateral organizations, United Nations organizations, and development agencies.•Overseeing design, maintenance and upgrade of FM operational systems in collaboration with relevant units.•Leading corporate FM risk reviews and portfolio monitoring, ensuring the Bank's FM work on managing operational risk is consistent with evolving corporate approaches and international practices as appropriate in coordination with other relevant units. People Talent Management:•Model exemplary WBG leadership values and managerial behavior and reinforce these qualities in the management team and staff.•Implement and monitor compliance with talent management, diversity, and inclusion plans.•Develop and implement appropriate strategies for global staffing, learning, and career progression.•Drive and encourage excellence by creating an environment of learning and innovation that attracts and develops the best talent reflective of the diversity of our clients.Knowledge Management:•Lead on and collaborate with knowledge verticals and PMFMs in designing FM training.•Engage and collaborate with managers and staff across the WBG on relevant issues in operations.•Ensure timely flow and dissemination of knowledge in operations to provide high-quality support to clients.•Encourage a culture of evidence-based engagement for high development impact.Resource Management:•Manage the department's budget to support the implementation of the Directorate strategy.•Ensure accountability for delivering the work program through cost-effective use of resources (human and budget) within the agreed parameters and in •compliance with internal WBG fiduciary and safeguard controls and policies and ensures timely delivery and overall quality of output.•Implement an appropriate risk management framework. Selection Criteria•PhD or Master's degree in relevant field and substantial professional experience (typically the successful candidate will have at least 15 years of experience in positions of increasing complexity and responsibility) and professional certification as Chartered Public Accountant/Charted Accountant.•Prior work experience and track record in achieving high impact results on the ground in more than one world region (including both pre-Bank and Bank experience).•A high professional reputation, integrity, and extensive experience, including thorough knowledge of WBG, financial institutions or professional services firm and their policies, programs, products, and procedures as well as exposure to lending, economic and sector work, and country strategy documents applicable to the candidate's professional background.•Strong strategic orientation in order to link strategies with results within a consistent development framework, proven skills in translating strategies into pragmatic implementation plans.•Track record and demonstrable results from deploying new technologies and AI in financial/professional services industry.•Exceptional problem solving and client orientation skills; highly developed mentoring and advisory skills and the ability to ensure effective transfer of knowledge and skills, and also nurture management talent over time.•Outstanding operational and people management skills, including the ability to build a diverse team, appraise effectively their ability and potential, give candid performance feedback, and provide support for learning and professional development.•Proven ability to effectively implement complex change management initiatives.•Demonstrated in-depth experience working across boundaries, and with multiple stakeholders – both public and private -- in building collaborative alliances for results.•A sharp analytical and strategic mind, ability to speak truth to power, excellent political judgment and diplomatic skills, proven ability to work across teams and issues, strong leadership record, and high initiative, energy, and drive for results.•Outstanding written, presentation, and oral communications skills.•Demonstrated leadership values and exemplification of the WBG's managerial and core competencies, as referenced in the links below.WBG Managerial Competencies WBG Culture Attributes:1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact. 3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.World Bank Group Core CompetenciesThe World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

Description The World Bank Group is a unique global partnership of five institutions driven by a bold vision to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. As one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, we help solve the world's greatest development challenges. When you join the World Bank Group, you become part of a dynamic, diverse organization with 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide. We work with public and private sector partners, invest in groundbreaking projects, and use data, research, and technology to bring tangible and transformative change around the globe. For more information, visit www.worldbank.orgVPU Context:The World Bank Group serves 33 client countries in Latin America and the Caribbean Region (LCR). Clients range from large rapidly growing sophisticated middle-income clients to IDA countries to small Caribbean states to one fragile state, and to varying degrees face three key challenges – low productivity and growth, low quality jobs and low resilience to shocks. The region is tackling these challenges with a strong WBG approach, underpinned by selectivity and complementarity between the value added of public and private arms, and in strong partnership with relevant regional development partners.A. The challenge of low growth: After recovering lost output, the region is returning to pre-pandemic low growth and productivity scenario. After a solid post-pandemic rebound in economic activity (7.2% and 3.9% growth in 2021 and 2022 respectively), GDP growth returned to the pre-pandemic low growth around 2.2% in 2023 and 2024, with a medium-term outlook of 2.5%. With an average Gini co-efficient of [0.52] LAC remains also one of the most unequal regions in the world. It is a region where the bottom 50% earn 27 times less than the top 10%. It also represents stark differences in opportunity, a child born today in the poorest 20% quintile in LAC will on average be 17 percentage points less productive than a child born in the richest 20%.B. The challenge of quality jobs: the need for better quality jobs is paramount, with 6.2% unemployment rates, these low levels mask a deeper issue of job quality. Reflecting stagnating living standards, labor earnings have only grown by 1% or less per year in most countries over the past decade, and some 19% of workers in the region are earning incomes below the poverty line.•Investing in foundational infrastructure critical to job creation, LAC needs to invest at least 3.1% of GDP in infrastructure investments per year, yet it only invests 2%, which is significantly lower than the world average of 5.4% of GDP. This underinvestment in physical infrastructure, including in key infrastructure sectors (including resilient transport, water, energy etc.) is holding back potential for better jobs. The region is supporting clients by supporting selective transformative infrastructure projects (e.g. urban mobility, regional transport and connectivity). On human infrastructure challenge, firms in the region continue to cite skills shortages (55% of firms in LAC vs 45% in MIC regions) as a key barrier to growth and job creation. A child born in LAC is expected to reach only 56 percent of their productive potential. Three out of four 15-year olds fail basic math proficiency and cannot read adequately the soft side involves supporting clients revamp their education and health sectors. The region is supporting clients to revamp their education and health care sectors.•The LAC region also needs to foster a predictable, business-enabling policy and regulatory environment. These include ensuring macro stability, eliminating restrictive business regulations in product and factor markets, and improving access to finance, especially long-term capital. Labor market regulations in LAC are noted to be on par with the most restrictive labor market regimes among OECD countries. Further, enforcement of competition policy needs to be supported due to high levels of market concentration in LAC markets: the 50 largest firms in Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Argentina, Chile have revenues greater than 30% of GDP. At 55% of GDP, domestic credit to the private sector remains much lower than EAP (178%).•Private capital needs to be appropriately incentivized to support the provision of public goods and investments in key sectors, especially those that have the highest potential to enable and/or create better quality jobs. However, at only 19.8% of GDP, gross capital formation remains lowest among all regions (EAP is at 38% and South Asia at 30%). Private capital mobilization in the region is being held back by shallow capital markets, lack of long-term finance, high cost of capital, regulatory and institutional barriers (including in PPP frameworks). Based on country contexts, the WBG will support investments in productive clusters (energy/mining, value added manufacturing, agribusiness, tourism, etc) across the public-private spectrum.C. The challenge of vulnerability to shocks: Building resilience of the countries to shocks, including natural disasters, through contingent financing and other innovative risk management platforms at country and regional levels is critical given the high exposure to climate–related disasters and natural hazards. Central America and the Caribbean have recurrent hurricanes that have impacts on GDP significantly higher than the regional average of 1.7%. Several countries are experiencing deep, long droughts, increasingly intense storms, and floods that disrupt economic activities and affect livelihoods, with impacts on the most vulnerable populations.Unit Context:The LC6 Country Management Unit (CMU) now includes Colombia and Venezuela as part of the Andean Countries Division. As a result, LC6 oversees Bank operations in Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. The unit has a decentralized office in Lima, where the Division Director is located, along with Country Offices in Bogota, Quito, La Paz, and Santiago, all headed by a Country Manager.The Peru Country Office employs approximately 60 staff members, while Colombia's office has 45 staff dedicated to the IBRD program. The offices in Bolivia, Ecuador, and Chile each have about 20 staff, with Bolivia and Chile successfully pioneering the One WBG offices model since 2024.The CMU oversees a wide range of Bank activities, including a large lending program (34 projects under implementation with commitments of close to $7 billion) and a strong yearly delivery of over $2 billion, accounting for about one quarter of the Region's annual new lending. The program also includes a robust analytical and advisory engagement, comprised of about 20 ASAs, including a large RAS program in Chile. Country Partnership Strategies were recently completed or updated in all five countries.Duties and accountabilities:The Division Director will be accountable for modeling WBG leadership values and managerial behavior, and ensuring that the unit delivers on its commitments. Accountability means being answerable for making strategic choices, managing quality, risks, results, institutional initiatives, external and internal resources, and compliance with WBG policies and procedures.Business Management responsibilities:•Serves as the Bank's focal point for communications with country authorities.•Develops and leads the implementation of the Country Partnership Frameworks (CPF), with special attention to selectivity and relevant analytical and financing interventions at the sub-regional, country, sectoral and program levels that produce practical, visible and sustainable development results.•Leads the coordination and delivery of the Bank's dialogue, strategy and related work program in Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru in close coordination with the Heads of offices, the Operations Manager and shared services team.•Provides guidance, advice and support on political, social, economic and other relevant developments in in Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela to country team members and others.•Supports the development and monitors the implementation of high-quality work programs which must be based on the CPFs and are attuned to client demands and country contexts.•Provides oversight on portfolio management (including trust funds) and quality issues, working with clients and the country team to provide timely and effective implementation support.•Manages the day-to-day operations of the country offices in close coordination with the OM, RR and other corporate offices (e.g., GCS on security).People/ Talent Management responsibilities:•Leads and motivates the country team with a focus on continuing to motivate teams, beneficiary orientation, development outcomes, partnerships, cross-sectoral coordination, and problem-solving, and takes ownership for achieving and communicating these outcomes to operational staff, and management.•Manages the CMU, models integrity and inclusion, and offers mentoring and development opportunities for staff.Resource Management responsibilities:•Ensures that deployment of CMU resources is consistent with relevant resource management rules, policies, and internal controls.•Sets priorities and allocates budget within and across countries, in line with institutional priorities and a view to improving the impact beneficial to the Bank's activities.•Ensures that CMU budget utilization is consistent with regional and corporate priorities.Relationship Management responsibilities (Internal and External):•Manages the complex political economy, demonstrating strategic patience with partners, interim administration officials, civil society and private sector. Exercises courageous and transformative leadership in dialogue.•Works proactively with IFC and MIGA to leverage World Bank financial and technical support, including with the private sector.•Appreciates the complexities and relevance of political economy considerations on the Bank's development efficiency in the region. Collaborates appropriately with other Directors, regional and sub-regional institutions, and partners to improve such efficiency.Knowledge Management responsibilities:•Embraces good corporate citizenship, including contributing to the development, implementation, and communication of corporate policies, strategies, and priorities (including ongoing reforms in investment lending, knowledge management, HR policies, and the "Global Bank").•Champions corporate and regional management initiatives.Security responsibilities:•In accordance with the Framework of Accountability for the WBG Security Management System (WBG Directive), acts as Head of Security for the Duty Station and Duty Station Area responsible and accountable for resident Staff, business and benefit travelers, Registered Dependents and Bank Group property.•Represents the Bank in the country-level UN Security Management System. Selection Criteria •PhD or Master's degree in economics or related field, with a minimum of 15 years of experience in positions of growing complexity and responsibility•Recognized expert within WBG or among one or more of the following: academia, private sector actors and policymakers – and with a proven track record of applying practice know-how and effective policy dialogue to achieve development results•Experience and ability to engage with clients at the senior level and represent the Bank at high-level international fora•Understanding of macro/fiscal challenges and demonstrated thought leadership on (sector) through economic research and publication recognized by academic and policy community•Substantive experience working in client countries of different regions and familiarity with the WBG services including deep technical knowledge and experience on (sector) policy•Demonstrated in-depth experience working across practice and disciplinary boundaries, with different units of the WBG and with multiple partners both public and private in building collaborative alliances for results•Extensive experience managing complex and large work programs, budgets, portfolio monitoring and supervision with proven results•Fluency in oral and written Spanish is required.•Proven ability to effectively implement complex change management initiativesWBG Managerial Competencies  WBG Culture Attributes:1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact. 3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.World Bank Group Core CompetenciesThe World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.         ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________