Strategy Officer
Apply NowCompany: The World Bank Group
Location: Washington, DC 20011
Description:
Strategy Officer
Job #:
req30721
Organization:
IFC
Sector:
Strategy
Grade:
GF
Term Duration:
4 years 0 months
Recruitment Type:
International Recruitment
Location:
Washington, DC,United States
Required Language(s):
English
Preferred Language(s):
Closing Date:
12/20/2024 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC
Description
IFC - a member of the World Bank Group - is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities. Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet.
IFC's Corporate Strategy Unit (CSMCS) is one of five units in the Strategy and Operations Management Department (CSM), reporting to the VP of Corporate Support (COSVP).
CSMCS supports Senior Management and Operations on the formulation, execution and reporting of corporate and operational strategy. This includes (i) developing IFC's position on key strategic issues for the institution including the Strategic Business Outlook, (ii) providing institutional thought leadership and evaluating operational implications, and (iii) communicating effectively 'IFC's story' to key external and internal stakeholders.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
CSMCS is looking for a proactive and highly motivated professional to join a high-energy strategy team.
The work program of the Operational Strategy Vertical is structured the two pillars of (1) Industry Insights and (2) Industry Support. As part of the Industry Insights Workstream, the team analyzes sector trends and identifies future focus areas and opportunities for IFC to grow its private sector business and scale impact to achieve the WBG' vision: a world free of poverty on a livable planet. As part of the Industry Support Workstream, the team works closely with industry teams to formulate and co-shape IFC's sectoral approaches and growth playbooks to deliver.
The duties and accountabilities for this position include but are not limited to the following:
Assess key market trends and sector dynamics in emerging markets, including trends and challenges, conducting surveys with IFC staff to identify operational challenges and opportunities for IFC, and 'bringing the outside in' through external experts across the public and private sector space, CSOs and academia to collect and synthetize actionable business / market insights.
Support leading the development of sector approaches, strategy updates, and strategy briefs. These efforts require proactive and independent content development (i.e., performing market and data analysis, synthesizing information from individual WBG and external subject matter experts, and facilitating engagements and workshops) and efficient coordination and communication across the WBG and with Senior Management.
Provide compelling research to inform the 'insight notes', working closely with the task team leader of the product, outlining future opportunities for IFC to grow its private sector business in frontier areas.
Provide leading support to corporate-level sectoral engagements that can catalyze a One WBG Approach. This would include developing IFC's position and investment approach on key sectors and themes, providing advice to industry teams throughout the implementation process, and engaging internal and external stakeholders to build corporate and sector champions that can enable implementation.
Selection Criteria
Master's degree in economics, MBA/finance, public policy or other related fields.
Minimum of five years of experience that is relevant for the mandates and work programs of Multilateral Development Banks. For example, International Organizations, national Development Financial Institutions, public sector practices of major consulting companies, or transferable skills from private sector experience.
Excellent research capabilities to inform and produce actionable, operational insights that are value-add to industry teams in a timely manner.
Strong entrepreneurial drive and proven ability to get new initiatives and engagement off the ground.
Experience in developing strategy products and the strategy lifecycle.
Excellent written communication skills: Demonstrated ability to distill, integrate, and translate complex issues and information into clear, crips and strategically relevant insights.
Excellent power point skills and strong data analytical skills.
Sector expertise is a plus.
Ability to work and integrate into changing project teams and carry out supporting analysis with minimal supervision.
Ability to get up to speed with new topics quickly and deliver in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent team player and enjoying working collaboratively across teams and contributing ideas to developing and improving upon the team's workplan.
Note: This internal requisition is open to 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.
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 #:
req30721
Organization:
IFC
Sector:
Strategy
Grade:
GF
Term Duration:
4 years 0 months
Recruitment Type:
International Recruitment
Location:
Washington, DC,United States
Required Language(s):
English
Preferred Language(s):
Closing Date:
12/20/2024 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC
Description
IFC - a member of the World Bank Group - is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities. Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet.
IFC's Corporate Strategy Unit (CSMCS) is one of five units in the Strategy and Operations Management Department (CSM), reporting to the VP of Corporate Support (COSVP).
CSMCS supports Senior Management and Operations on the formulation, execution and reporting of corporate and operational strategy. This includes (i) developing IFC's position on key strategic issues for the institution including the Strategic Business Outlook, (ii) providing institutional thought leadership and evaluating operational implications, and (iii) communicating effectively 'IFC's story' to key external and internal stakeholders.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
CSMCS is looking for a proactive and highly motivated professional to join a high-energy strategy team.
The work program of the Operational Strategy Vertical is structured the two pillars of (1) Industry Insights and (2) Industry Support. As part of the Industry Insights Workstream, the team analyzes sector trends and identifies future focus areas and opportunities for IFC to grow its private sector business and scale impact to achieve the WBG' vision: a world free of poverty on a livable planet. As part of the Industry Support Workstream, the team works closely with industry teams to formulate and co-shape IFC's sectoral approaches and growth playbooks to deliver.
The duties and accountabilities for this position include but are not limited to the following:
Assess key market trends and sector dynamics in emerging markets, including trends and challenges, conducting surveys with IFC staff to identify operational challenges and opportunities for IFC, and 'bringing the outside in' through external experts across the public and private sector space, CSOs and academia to collect and synthetize actionable business / market insights.
Support leading the development of sector approaches, strategy updates, and strategy briefs. These efforts require proactive and independent content development (i.e., performing market and data analysis, synthesizing information from individual WBG and external subject matter experts, and facilitating engagements and workshops) and efficient coordination and communication across the WBG and with Senior Management.
Provide compelling research to inform the 'insight notes', working closely with the task team leader of the product, outlining future opportunities for IFC to grow its private sector business in frontier areas.
Provide leading support to corporate-level sectoral engagements that can catalyze a One WBG Approach. This would include developing IFC's position and investment approach on key sectors and themes, providing advice to industry teams throughout the implementation process, and engaging internal and external stakeholders to build corporate and sector champions that can enable implementation.
Selection Criteria
Master's degree in economics, MBA/finance, public policy or other related fields.
Minimum of five years of experience that is relevant for the mandates and work programs of Multilateral Development Banks. For example, International Organizations, national Development Financial Institutions, public sector practices of major consulting companies, or transferable skills from private sector experience.
Excellent research capabilities to inform and produce actionable, operational insights that are value-add to industry teams in a timely manner.
Strong entrepreneurial drive and proven ability to get new initiatives and engagement off the ground.
Experience in developing strategy products and the strategy lifecycle.
Excellent written communication skills: Demonstrated ability to distill, integrate, and translate complex issues and information into clear, crips and strategically relevant insights.
Excellent power point skills and strong data analytical skills.
Sector expertise is a plus.
Ability to work and integrate into changing project teams and carry out supporting analysis with minimal supervision.
Ability to get up to speed with new topics quickly and deliver in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent team player and enjoying working collaboratively across teams and contributing ideas to developing and improving upon the team's workplan.
Note: This internal requisition is open to 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.
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.