Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from The World Bank
Job overview
The E T Consultant role at The World Bank supports policy development and reporting for Advisory Services and Analytics, Development Policy Financing, and Country Engagement products, contributing to strategic insights and operational effectiveness.
Responsibilities and impact
The consultant will maintain business information and databases, perform econometric and statistical analyses, prepare research papers, reports, presentations, and assist senior management with data tools and visuals.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in economics or related fields, at least 2 years of applied research experience, advanced quantitative analysis skills including statistical software proficiency, and strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Work environment and culture
The World Bank promotes a culture of urgency, thoughtful risk-taking, empowerment, accountability, and inclusivity in a multicultural environment.
Company information
The World Bank Group is a global partnership of five institutions focused on ending extreme poverty and promoting sustainable development with 189 member countries and over 120 offices worldwide.
Team overview
The consultant will join the Country Economics Unit within the Operations Policy Department, which supports policy, quality review, and advisory functions related to country engagement and financing policies.
Job location and travel
The position is located in Washington, DC, United States, with local recruitment and a one-year renewable appointment.
Application process
Applications close on July 16, 2025, at 11:59pm UTC; specific application instructions are not detailed in the description.
Unique job features
The role offers exposure to high-level strategic operations issues, involvement in corporate work streams, and the opportunity to work on impactful global development challenges.
Company overview
The World Bank is an international financial institution that provides loans and grants to the governments of low and middle-income countries for the purpose of pursuing capital projects. It makes money through interest on loans and fees for services. Established in 1944 during the Bretton Woods Conference, it aims to reduce poverty by providing financial and technical assistance for development projects such as infrastructure, education, and health. The World Bank Group consists of five institutions, including the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and the International Development Association (IDA).
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your experience with quantitative analysis, econometric and statistical software such as STATA, R, SPSS, or Python, emphasizing your ability to process and analyze large datasets relevant to the World Bank's ASA, DPF, and CE products.
Focus on showcasing your understanding of the World Bank’s policies and procedures, and your capability to translate complex policy frameworks into actionable data insights and reports for senior management.
Apply through multiple channels including the official World Bank careers website, LinkedIn, and other job boards where the World Bank posts vacancies to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with professionals working in the Operations Policy and Country Services (OPCS) division or specifically within the Country Economics Unit (OPSCE), using ice breakers such as asking about recent policy developments, their experience with the Bank’s advisory services, or seeking advice on succeeding in the recruitment process.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating key phrases from the job description like 'quantitative analysis,' 'econometric analysis,' 'ASA, DPF and CE products,' 'policy development,' and 'data tools,' ensuring your resume passes automated screenings effectively.
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