Adviser
Apply NowCompany: The World Bank Group
Location: Washington, DC 20011
Description:
Adviser
Job #:
req30406
Organization:
World Bank
Sector:
Grade:
GH
Term Duration:
3 years 0 months
Recruitment Type:
International Recruitment
Location:
Washington, DC,United States
Required Language(s):
English
Preferred Language(s):
Closing Date:
11/27/2024 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC
Description
Working at the World Bank Group provides a unique opportunity for you to help our clients solve their greatest development challenges. 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 ending extreme poverty, increasing shared prosperity and promoting sustainable development. 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.
About the World Bank Group
Established in 1944, the WBG is one of the world's largest sources of funding and knowledge for development solutions. It is governed by 188-member countries and delivers services out of 120 offices with nearly 15,000 staff located globally.
The WBG consists of five specialized institutions: the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), the International Development Association (IDA), the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), and the International Centre for the Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID).
World Bank Group - International Development, Poverty, & Sustainability
With 189 member countries, the World Bank Group is a unique global partnership fighting poverty worldwide through sustainable solutions.
CorporateSecretariat Vice Presidency (SECVP)
The Corporate Secretariat Vice Presidency (SECVP) of the World Bank Groupsupports the Board of Governors and the Executive Directors of IBRD, IDA, IFCand MIGA in executing their fiduciary and governance responsibilities. SEC,therefore, is unique in working across all the World Bank Group institutions(IBRD, IDA, IFC, MIGA, and ICSID) and serves as the key interlocutor betweenthe Board of Governors, the Executive Directors, and the President on the onehand and Senior operational Management and staff on the other hand. SEC'sprimary purpose is to facilitate effective, efficient, and strategicallyfocused interactions between the Board and Management to achieve the World BankGroup's overall mission of poverty reduction.
The Policy and Operations unit of the Secretariat (SECPO) is responsible formanaging the work program of the Board and the Board standing committees(Audit, Budget, Development Effectiveness, Governance and AdministrativeMatters, and Human Resources), Board and Committee meetings, and generallyfacilitating efficient and effective decision-making and enhancingcommunication and partnership between the Board, Management, and staff, andsupporting and advancing the corporate governance agenda.
SECPO is seeking to recruit a dynamic individual as Adviser for SECPO who offers excellent people managementskills, solid process management and innovation abilities, and strong technical leadership. Under the supervision of the Director, Policy and Operations, and as part of SEC's and SECPO's management teams (which includesthe Director and the Head of the team which support Board Committees), theAdviser will play a critical role in designing and delivering SECPO's workprogram, which includes the following components. The incumbent willreport to the Director SECPO.
**This requisition is posted internally for WBG and IMF staff only (including short-term and extended term consultants/ temporaries). External candidates are requested not to apply. In case an external candidate applies, their application will not be considered.**
Duties and Accountabilities:
Business Management incl. strategy,operations and quality control:
Overseeing the core corporate governance mandate of the team as well as the development of the corporate agenda by providing strategic inputs in key corporate initiatives and processes of relevance to SECPO.
Leading the coordination of the preparation, implementation and follow-up to work programs and meetings of the Boards of Executive Directors in accordance with principles of good governance and effective engagement of the Board in various formats on policy, operational, administrative, and strategic matters.
Providing intellectual leadership with respect to policy formulation and facilitating reaching consensus on policy matters by the Board for all WBG institutions.
Managing the business process renewal and innovation for continuous improvements in Board effectiveness, including identification and implementation of reforms in close partnership with other corporate units, regions and verticals.
Advises on the design and implementation of governance reforms to support effective corporate decision-making and oversight role of the Board.
People/ Talent Management:
Supervising a team of 10-15 staff including the recruitment, evaluation and career development of staff (in conjunction with other managers in the department, where applicable).
Mentoring staff to achieve high performance and professional growth.
Assisting the Director in assigning responsibilities to staff and ensuring quality control and effective accountability framework; managing and mentoring staff and guiding their professional development, and ensuring that teams have the skills composition to deliver quality work in support of SEC's objectives.
Overseeing that SECPO staff provide operational support and policy guidance to Bank Group task teams and managers as appropriate in connection with working with the Board.
Resource Management:
Contributes to effective formulation of the unit's budget proposal, input into budget decisions and managing the unit's financial resources effectively and efficiently.
Ensures that appropriate internal control and compliance policies and procedures are in place and being followed with respect to meeting the WBG's fiduciary and safeguard policies and guidelines, as well as the department's own quality control processes.
Develops an appropriate risk management framework to ensure that the department's strategic objectives are met.
Relationship Management:
Contributes to the role of SECPO as a balanced interlocutor between management and the Executive Directors.
Builds bridges and works effectively with many parts of the World Bank Group, including senior management of IFC, MIGA, and IBRD/IDA.
Knowledge Management:
Disseminates best practices and lessons learned.
Manages the learning and knowledge flows.
Selection Criteria
*Advanced degree in a relevant discipline and substantial professional experience (typically the successful candidate will have about 8 years of experience in positions of increasing complexity and responsibility).
*Excellent understanding of the Bank Group's internal and external operating environment and of its evolving priorities.
*Good understanding and experience of working with the Board.
*Thorough knowledge of Bank Group policies, programs, and procedures, with demonstrated results in lending and non-lending products.
*Outstanding interpersonal, diplomatic and partnership skills required for building and maintaining collaborative relationships with Board officials, senior government officials, partners, and other stakeholders.
*Strong communication skills, including the ability to speak persuasively and present ideas clearly and concisely.
*Excellent leadership skills.
*Strong focus on client orientation and relations management, strong coordination across teams within and outside the vice presidency, and strong emphasis on problem solving.
*Fosters a work environment supportive of continued innovation and creative thinking.
*Superior level of resourcefulness, ability to work with considerable autonomy as well as willingness to work under pressure and through the whole spectrum of activities from the strategic level to the resolution of specific implementation issues.
*Demonstrated strategic thinking skills and ability to engage in a substantive dialogue on complex issues and corporate priorities.
*Solid understanding of corporate governance framework in the context of multilateral organizations.
*Experience in innovating, translating ideas into action plans and delivering results.
TheWorld Bank Group values diversity and encourages all qualified candidates whoare nationals of World Bank Group member countries to apply, regardless ofgender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ordisability. Sub-Saharan African nationals, Caribbean nationals, andfemale candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
World Bank Group Core Competencies
The 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.
Job #:
req30406
Organization:
World Bank
Sector:
Grade:
GH
Term Duration:
3 years 0 months
Recruitment Type:
International Recruitment
Location:
Washington, DC,United States
Required Language(s):
English
Preferred Language(s):
Closing Date:
11/27/2024 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC
Description
Working at the World Bank Group provides a unique opportunity for you to help our clients solve their greatest development challenges. 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 ending extreme poverty, increasing shared prosperity and promoting sustainable development. 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.
About the World Bank Group
Established in 1944, the WBG is one of the world's largest sources of funding and knowledge for development solutions. It is governed by 188-member countries and delivers services out of 120 offices with nearly 15,000 staff located globally.
The WBG consists of five specialized institutions: the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), the International Development Association (IDA), the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), and the International Centre for the Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID).
World Bank Group - International Development, Poverty, & Sustainability
With 189 member countries, the World Bank Group is a unique global partnership fighting poverty worldwide through sustainable solutions.
CorporateSecretariat Vice Presidency (SECVP)
The Corporate Secretariat Vice Presidency (SECVP) of the World Bank Groupsupports the Board of Governors and the Executive Directors of IBRD, IDA, IFCand MIGA in executing their fiduciary and governance responsibilities. SEC,therefore, is unique in working across all the World Bank Group institutions(IBRD, IDA, IFC, MIGA, and ICSID) and serves as the key interlocutor betweenthe Board of Governors, the Executive Directors, and the President on the onehand and Senior operational Management and staff on the other hand. SEC'sprimary purpose is to facilitate effective, efficient, and strategicallyfocused interactions between the Board and Management to achieve the World BankGroup's overall mission of poverty reduction.
The Policy and Operations unit of the Secretariat (SECPO) is responsible formanaging the work program of the Board and the Board standing committees(Audit, Budget, Development Effectiveness, Governance and AdministrativeMatters, and Human Resources), Board and Committee meetings, and generallyfacilitating efficient and effective decision-making and enhancingcommunication and partnership between the Board, Management, and staff, andsupporting and advancing the corporate governance agenda.
SECPO is seeking to recruit a dynamic individual as Adviser for SECPO who offers excellent people managementskills, solid process management and innovation abilities, and strong technical leadership. Under the supervision of the Director, Policy and Operations, and as part of SEC's and SECPO's management teams (which includesthe Director and the Head of the team which support Board Committees), theAdviser will play a critical role in designing and delivering SECPO's workprogram, which includes the following components. The incumbent willreport to the Director SECPO.
**This requisition is posted internally for WBG and IMF staff only (including short-term and extended term consultants/ temporaries). External candidates are requested not to apply. In case an external candidate applies, their application will not be considered.**
Duties and Accountabilities:
Business Management incl. strategy,operations and quality control:
Overseeing the core corporate governance mandate of the team as well as the development of the corporate agenda by providing strategic inputs in key corporate initiatives and processes of relevance to SECPO.
Leading the coordination of the preparation, implementation and follow-up to work programs and meetings of the Boards of Executive Directors in accordance with principles of good governance and effective engagement of the Board in various formats on policy, operational, administrative, and strategic matters.
Providing intellectual leadership with respect to policy formulation and facilitating reaching consensus on policy matters by the Board for all WBG institutions.
Managing the business process renewal and innovation for continuous improvements in Board effectiveness, including identification and implementation of reforms in close partnership with other corporate units, regions and verticals.
Advises on the design and implementation of governance reforms to support effective corporate decision-making and oversight role of the Board.
People/ Talent Management:
Supervising a team of 10-15 staff including the recruitment, evaluation and career development of staff (in conjunction with other managers in the department, where applicable).
Mentoring staff to achieve high performance and professional growth.
Assisting the Director in assigning responsibilities to staff and ensuring quality control and effective accountability framework; managing and mentoring staff and guiding their professional development, and ensuring that teams have the skills composition to deliver quality work in support of SEC's objectives.
Overseeing that SECPO staff provide operational support and policy guidance to Bank Group task teams and managers as appropriate in connection with working with the Board.
Resource Management:
Contributes to effective formulation of the unit's budget proposal, input into budget decisions and managing the unit's financial resources effectively and efficiently.
Ensures that appropriate internal control and compliance policies and procedures are in place and being followed with respect to meeting the WBG's fiduciary and safeguard policies and guidelines, as well as the department's own quality control processes.
Develops an appropriate risk management framework to ensure that the department's strategic objectives are met.
Relationship Management:
Contributes to the role of SECPO as a balanced interlocutor between management and the Executive Directors.
Builds bridges and works effectively with many parts of the World Bank Group, including senior management of IFC, MIGA, and IBRD/IDA.
Knowledge Management:
Disseminates best practices and lessons learned.
Manages the learning and knowledge flows.
Selection Criteria
*Advanced degree in a relevant discipline and substantial professional experience (typically the successful candidate will have about 8 years of experience in positions of increasing complexity and responsibility).
*Excellent understanding of the Bank Group's internal and external operating environment and of its evolving priorities.
*Good understanding and experience of working with the Board.
*Thorough knowledge of Bank Group policies, programs, and procedures, with demonstrated results in lending and non-lending products.
*Outstanding interpersonal, diplomatic and partnership skills required for building and maintaining collaborative relationships with Board officials, senior government officials, partners, and other stakeholders.
*Strong communication skills, including the ability to speak persuasively and present ideas clearly and concisely.
*Excellent leadership skills.
*Strong focus on client orientation and relations management, strong coordination across teams within and outside the vice presidency, and strong emphasis on problem solving.
*Fosters a work environment supportive of continued innovation and creative thinking.
*Superior level of resourcefulness, ability to work with considerable autonomy as well as willingness to work under pressure and through the whole spectrum of activities from the strategic level to the resolution of specific implementation issues.
*Demonstrated strategic thinking skills and ability to engage in a substantive dialogue on complex issues and corporate priorities.
*Solid understanding of corporate governance framework in the context of multilateral organizations.
*Experience in innovating, translating ideas into action plans and delivering results.
TheWorld Bank Group values diversity and encourages all qualified candidates whoare nationals of World Bank Group member countries to apply, regardless ofgender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ordisability. Sub-Saharan African nationals, Caribbean nationals, andfemale candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
World Bank Group Core Competencies
The 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.