E T Consultant

The World Bank Group

342d

About The Position

The World Bank Group provides a unique opportunity for you to help our clients solve their greatest development challenges. The Institutions Global Department (IGD) brings together professionals in various fields to develop innovative solutions to institutional problems. The EGVPF Global Unit is responsible for issues related to Public Financial and Investment Management, procurement, and corporate governance. The candidate will report to the Practice Manager of the IGD responsible for the Tax Administration Program and will contribute to the Global Program, establishing multi-annual activities and coordinating the work of colleagues mapped to the Tax Administration Program.

Requirements

• An advanced degree in economics, public policy, political science or a relevant discipline.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in the revenue administration system of a country.
• Experience of using third party and open-source information in tax audits.
• Experience in the use of forensic tools to analyze data.
• Experience in developing microsimulation models.
• Experience in taxation of digital services.
• Experience in crypto assets taxation.
• Experience in using high frequency data.
• Knowledge of machine learning methods and AI-driven analytics.
• Proficiency in Python, R, or SQL for data manipulation and analysis.
• Experience with CUDA for GPU-accelerated data processing.
• Experience working with large datasets using tools like Spark, Hadoop, or cloud-based solutions.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or D3.js.
• Comprehensive understanding of public finance policies and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal, communications and writing skills in English.
• Strong planning, writing, communication, and data analytics skills.
• Proven research interests in revenue administration issues.
• Strong team player with a capacity to work effectively across different sectors.
• Takes personal ownership and accountability to meet deadlines.
• Capacity to work with tact and diplomacy under tight time pressure.
• Experience in client dialogue and supporting technical assistance programs.

Nice To Haves

• A strong track record of academic and policy-relevant publications.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the analytical work of the Global Tax Administration Program.
• Apply experience and expertise to WBG projects and analytics as assigned.
• Cultivate strategic relationships with Prosperity units, CMUs, client countries, and Development partners.
• Contribute to the development of capacity building curricula for Tax Administration Forums.
• Provide technical inputs to analytic works and reports.
• Support data collection for the Tax Administration Index.
• Support GSG-DRM in organizing BBLs and other seminars/events.
• Participate with GSG in conducting CPIAs.
• Help country teams with research and preparation of policy notes and briefs.
• Undertake other analytical and administrative duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Master's degree