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JOB SUMMARY

Description

Selection Criteria

General Knowledge and Analytical Skills – Recognized economist with track record of applying research and high-level economic policy dialogue to achieve development results and deep technical knowledge and relevant knowledge and policy experience in macroeconomics, labor economics, and economic growth.

Education – Master’s degree (Ph.D.

preferred) in economics, finance, public finance or financial economics, with at least twelve (12) years of relevant professional experience.

Strong leadership skills – demonstrated ability to lead large and diverse teams to deliver complex tasks.

Integrative Skills – Demonstrated experience working across institutional disciplinary boundaries, and with multiple stakeholders inside and outside the World Bank.

Knowledge and Experience in Development Arena – Proven track record in influencing the design and execution of major policy and/or research initiatives in jobs and growth issues.

Written and Verbal Communication – Strong command of all forms of communication and delivery of messages in a consistently effective, timely, and engaging manner.

Experience in exposure to the media, external constituencies, and expert groups.

OTHER SELECTION CRITERIA 

• A combination of experience in two regions, corporate assignment or similar experience that builds global expertise and client-facing skills;
• Proven sense of initiative, results orientation, and leadership qualities, as well as effective teamwork skills;
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to speak persuasively and to present ideas clearly and concisely with senior policy officials;
• Strong integrative capacities; i.e., ability to situate EP and jobs and growth activities within a coherent strategic framework;
• Demonstrated effectiveness in conducting policy dialogue on economic issues with senior government officials, the private sector, donor representatives and civil society;
• Superior analytical skills demonstrated through task leadership of major economic reports and other published work related to jobs, growth, and structural policy issues;
• Proven experience in Bank operations in one or more areas covered by EP;
• Ability to gain the trust and respect of country counterparts, while maintaining objectivity and clear focus on the Bank’s mission;
• Ability to enhance the quality of Bank products through early guidance, constructive feedback, encouraging innovation and risk taking, and establishing links with other networks and relevant partners;
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills to be an effective Bank
spokesperson in macroeconomics, growth and fiscal management;
• Proven ability to lead, team work, mentor staff, inspire staff commitment to technical excellence and teamwork, and resolve conflicts constructively;
• Ability to juggle numerous competing demands and priorities, respond quickly to country and management requests, and set priorities for self and others; and
• Excellent knowledge of English is essential.

WBG Managerial 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.

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