Senior Operations Officer

World Bank Group•Washington, DC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

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. The Africa Western and Central Development Effectiveness unit services the Africa Western and Central Region, providing timely, effective operational support and services to the Regional Vice President, the Operations & Strategy Director, the Regional Management Team, and teams. The Development Effectiveness Unit is looking for two experienced, high-performing, energetic Senior Operations Officers with particular expertise in leading high-quality operational reviews. The successful candidates will be expected to lead the reviews of a number of IPF and PforR, operations and be very familiar with operational policies and procedures. They will report to the DE Manager, and work closely with the DE team, as well as other colleagues in the RVP Front Office.

Requirements

Advanced degree (MA/MS) and a minimum of eight years of experience in a relevant field/discipline (e.g. economics, management, business administration, social sciences, technical studies, or another field related to development).
Solid knowledge of World Bank operational policies, procedures and systems and M&E skills for both operations and country products.
Demonstrated operational experience as TTL or task team member with specific deliverables, or as quality assurance support.
Understanding of internal systems, processes and procedures, and of the roles and responsibilities of various Bank units.
Outstanding client orientation and inter-personal skills with proven ability to work cooperatively with multi-disciplinary country teams, all levels of staff and managers.
Demonstrated ability to undertake a diversity of tasks within a rapidly changing and demanding environment and capacity to meet tight deadlines.
High level of integrity and discretion, sound judgment, and diplomatic skills.
Strong verbal and written communications skills in English, including the ability to speak and write persuasively and present ideas clearly and concisely.

Nice To Haves

Experience from FCV context and operations would be an asset.
Operational experience in more than one region or corporate experience (OPCS, CRO, DFI etc.) would be a plus.

Responsibilities

Reviewing operational lending packages/requests on behalf of the RVP to ensure: (i) consistency with the regional strategy and corporate operational guidelines; and (ii) that the due diligence and quality standards are met.
Providing strategic operational support and policy guidance to Regional Management and task teams in connection with the preparation, approval, implementation, and evaluation of operational products.
Advising Regional Management and task teams on complex operational issues, including strategic, technical and institutional aspects.
Contribute to the region’s pipeline and portfolio management efforts and contribute to background materials and briefs for Regional Management.
Reviewing country engagement products and providing advice/support to team, particularly including on FCV aspects.
Supporting regional results management, in particular in relation to the corporate scorecard.
Liaising with OPCS, IEG and other corporate units on portfolio and operational quality issues.
Monitoring of regional high risk operations and participating in the resolution of issues to manage risks and accelerate implementation.
Preparing regular operational updates and briefs for Regional Management, as well as comments and presentations on operational policy matters.
Carrying out learning activities on operational policies, instruments and innovations.
Monitoring, following up and reporting on the region’s achievements and compliance with corporate commitments such as Citizen Engagement, Gender, and Climate Change.