Digital Program Analyst, WKDAI

World Bank Group•Washington, DC

About The Position

Build a career with impact. Working at the World Bank Group (WBG) provides a unique opportunity to help countries solve their greatest development challenges. As one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, the WBG is a unique partnership of five global institutions dedicated to ending poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, the WBG works 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. VPU Context: Digital technologies offer a unique opportunity to transform development through digital solutions. The Digital and AI Vertical Vice Presidency and its global and regional teams support client countries in building their capacities for digital transformation and AI use. The WBG Digital and AI Vertical is led by a Vice President and was established in July 2024. WBG recently published its Digital and AI Strategy which includes four pillars: access, affordability, ecosystem and AI readiness. The strategy identifies the priorities that WBG will engage across the client segment over the next five years. The implementation plan is currently under preparation. The Vertical will deploy a range of products, services, and partnerships to advance global knowledge across the four pillars of the Strategy through: • Supporting World Bank regions that provide financing to governments in the form of grants, loans, guarantees, and risk management products to support digital investment projects and implement policy reforms. • Supporting World Bank regions that provide advisory services including targeted policy guidance, technical assistance, and capacity building. • Knowledge products include data and diagnostics to provide actionable insights at regional, country, and local levels, research and thought leadership to expand the global knowledge base, as well as thematic operational toolkits. • Convening services that bring together key stakeholders, from both public and private sectors as well as international and non-governmental organizations involved in advancing global digital transformation. For more information: https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/digitaldevelopment. Job Context: The role will contribute to the development and implementation of data-driven initiatives and artificial intelligence programs supporting digital transformation and development outcomes across World Bank Group operations. The position will work closely with technical specialists, operational teams, and regional programs to support the design, coordination, and monitoring of initiatives leveraging data analytics, digital platforms, and emerging technologies. Duties and accountabilities: The incumbent will help translate analytical insights into actionable knowledge products, support coordination of AI and data initiatives across teams, and contribute to the development of analytical tools and dashboards that support operational decision-making. This position requires strong analytical skills, familiarity with digital technologies and data analytics, and the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in data science, economics, information systems, computer science, public policy, or a related field.
3-6 years of relevant professional experience in data analytics, digital innovation, program coordination, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong analytical skills and familiarity with data analytics tools, dashboards, and data visualization methods.
Ability to synthesize complex analytical information into clear insights and reports.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deliver high-quality outputs under tight deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Experience working in international development or large organizations is an advantage.
Familiarity with digital technologies, artificial intelligence concepts, and data-driven development approaches is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Support coordination and implementation of Data and AI initiatives across GGDVP teams and operational programs.
Assist in tracking project milestones, deliverables, and outcomes for initiatives related to artificial intelligence, data analytics, and digital innovation.
Facilitate collaboration between technical teams, operational teams, and regional programs involved in data and AI projects.
Support the development of analytical tools, dashboards, and monitoring systems using Bank-approved data platforms and analytics tools.
Analyze datasets and produce analytical summaries to support operational insights and decision-making.
Assist in translating analytical findings into concise insights and reports for management and technical teams.
Contribute to analytical work related to emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, digital platforms, and data-driven development solutions.
Support research and analytical work on global digital trends and innovation relevant to development programs.
Assist in identifying opportunities for the application of AI and advanced analytics in World Bank operations.
Maintain repositories of analytical outputs, technical documentation, and datasets supporting Data and AI initiatives.
Contribute to the preparation of technical notes, knowledge products, and analytical reports related to data and artificial intelligence.
Support dissemination of knowledge and best practices across Digital & AI teams and operational units.
Support collaboration with global partners, research institutions, and technology organizations working on data and AI initiatives.
Assist in preparing background materials, concept notes, and briefing documents for technical engagements and knowledge exchanges.

Benefits

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.

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