La Banque Mondiale recrute pour ces 2 postes (18 Octobre 2021)

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Poste 1 : spécialiste des achats, Kinshasa, RDC

The Solutions and Innovations in Procurement (SIP) Department convenes a leading group of procurement and governance practitioners focused on advancing cutting-edge practices and innovations in the fields of procurement, anti-corruption, and open government.

To enhance its capacity, the Department seeks to recruit/appoint a highly organized, energized and experienced professional, capable of operating effectively in Central Africa and more specifically in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Institutional Arrangement :

The Accredited Procurement Specialist will be working under the oversight and guidance of an Accredited Practice Manager based in Washington DC (HQ). The duty station for this position is Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Scope of Work :

• Provides technical fiduciary advice on procurement activities and engage in policy dialogue to strengthen procurement systems ;
• Supports clients in achieving value for money in public procurement in order to enhance service delivery and development outcomes with integrity ;
• Understand relevant procurement markets using analytical tools and approaches to define more effective procurement strategies ;
• Participates in missions and plays a key role in developing practical approaches to procurement while simultaneously dealing with difficult policy and operational issues ;
• Prepares and/or comments on draft operational directives and policy papers; produces major/complex reports ;
• Develops and executes training modules on complex sector related procurement topics.

The work implies frequent interaction with the following stakeholders :

• Management in his/her duty station and on some occasions in HQ or other countries ;
• Government officials and equivalent contacts in other international organizations, partner entities, etc. ;
• Procurement specialists within the World Bank and government units ;
• Counterparts in the Bank across VPUs, Global Practices and other units involved in meeting the Bank’s business objectives ;
• Other external constituencies and expert groups.

Selection Criteria :

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., business administration, engineering, commerce, law, procurement, etc.) ;
• Excellent command of French. English is highly desirable as well ;
• Minimum of 5 years of direct relevant experience in carrying out technical duties in procurement inside or outside the World Bank ;
• High levels of integrity ;
• Knowledge of the concepts, principles and practices governing international procurement, with the ability to translate concepts into operational work, including but limited to VFM, sustainable procurement, strategic sourcing, market analysis, contract management, etc… ;
• Ability to deal sensitively in a multi-cultural environment and build effective working relations with clients and colleagues.

General Competencies :

• Good communication skills and persuasiveness in presenting, negotiating and resolving highly complex issues, both orally and in writing ;
• Client-driven and a sense of personal responsibility for achieving a technical quality and timeliness ;
• Ability to solve complex problems involving multiple stakeholders and constraints ;
• Analytical skills to recognize patterns, extract conclusions and strategies out of information coming from multiple sources and in a variety of forms ;
• Results-oriented to act as a trusted, strategic advisor, partnering with clients to deliver results.

Specific Specialized Skills, Knowledge and Competencies :

• Knowledge on institutions and procurement reforms in Borrower’s countries ;
• Understanding of the World Bank’s business objectives, products and project cycle ;
• Understanding of political economy, public policy, public systems and public management ;
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of project management tools & methodologies ;
• Ability to manage complex, multi-functional, cross-regional projects/programs including managing relationships with stakeholders & counterparts ;
• Good understanding of risk management.

World Bank Group Core 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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Poste 2 : spécialiste principal du développement environnemental et social, Dakar, Sénégal

Description :

IFC—a member of the World Bank Group—is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2021, IFC committed a record $31.5 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economies grapple with the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. For more information, visit http://www.ifc.org.

The Gender and Sustainability Solutions Department (CEG) includes approximately 200 staff and consultants. As part of its mandate, CEG supports IFC’s investment and advisory teams to manage ESG risks associated with their activities and find solutions to client issues on basis of our Environmental and Social (E&S) Performance Standards (http://www.ifc.org/performancestandards) and the Corporate Governance Methodology (http://www.ifc.org/corporategovernance). CEG further leverages this expertise and operational experience in emerging markets to encourage the effective adoption of these standards by companies and investors across emerging markets. More details can be found at http://www.ifc.org/sustainability.

The Environment and Social (E&S) Development Specialist will provide guidance to clients, investment and advisory teams on E&S risk management vis-à-vis IFC Performance Standards and Sustainability Policy with the aim of promoting compliance with IFC’s performance standards and enhanced impact and additionality of IFC-supported investments and advisory mandates. This position will report to the Regional Manager, with Regional Team Leads for DI as primary Supervisor.

Duties and Accountabilities :

Early Screening, Due Diligence, Portfolio supervision :

• Lead or contribute to assessment of E&S issues/risks in new investments and select advisory engagements in multiple sectors (including finance, infrastructure, manufacturing, services and agribusiness) ;
• Lead or contribute to identification and development of risk mitigation measures and value-add solutions that support clients in addressing identified issues; advise on structuring, appropriate mitigation measures and contractual alignment of interest to address risks and impacts.Provide clear and responsive guidance to IFC investment teams on E&S risk management in project decision-making and processing in light of E&S risk issues, including clear communication to teams and management throughout the investment cycle ;
• When leading E&S assessments, ensure effective and efficient use of staff, consultants, and resources, ensuring the timely completion of deliverables. Provide guidance and support to team members ;
• Discuss and support formulation of E&S legal conditions for projects legal agreements ;
• Proactively monitor portfolio clients and engage with clients and investment departments to achieve compliance. Clearly document and communicate any outstanding or emerging gaps between client performance and IFC requirements, and related risks to IFC ;
• Support industry teams and clients in response to CAO and IEG requests, leading discussion with CAO and IEG officers ;
• In coordination with industry and CEG advisory teams, build capacity with clients on issues related to E&S issues, including clients’ monitoring and evaluation of E&S activities and outcomes ;
• Contribute to portfolio analysis to identify systemic issues and assess trends; or of policy nature and propose policy adjustments as needed ;
• Contribute to regional supervision program reviews and quarterly reports.

Upstream and Advisory Services :

• On basis of portfolio analysis, help identify systemic bottlenecks existing in the market that prevent adequate E&S risk management in key markets. In collaboration with Upstream officers and advisory teams, help develop upstream activities by using technical experience and expertise ;
• Work proactively to identify opportunities for advisory engagements that result in greater development impact and value for the client; Provide expert input into new IFC advisory offering ;
• Participate in strategic decision making (as needed) regarding IFC role in advisory support to enhance E&S risk management. Where relevant support the development of appropriate solutions ;
• Work proactively to identify opportunities for advisory engagements that result in greater development impact and value for the client; Provide expert input into new IFC advisory offering.

Knowledge Management :

• As needed, participate in cross-regional and global teams responsible for the preparation of policy interpretation notes on E&S topics and contribute to the corporate knowledge base by analyzing and disseminating lessons learned from project work ;
• As needed, participate in forums or conferences to showcase IFC experience, approach and value proposition (which includes serving as a panelist or moderator for internal and external events) ;
• Prepare management briefs of relevant E&S matters ;
• Provide guidance/mentor more junior staff and Short-Term Consultants (STCs) working on E&S risk management and supervise the timeliness and quality of their work, in coordination with Regional Team Lead.

Selection Criteria :

• Master’s degree or equivalent in environment management, engineering, economics or/and finance, climate change, social, or other relevant disciplines  ;
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience working on E&S due diligence in the international context, with strong preference for experience in the private sector working across different industry sectors ;
• Experience working E&S Policies and Standards. Experience wwith IFI and/or World Bank Group Standards preferred ;
• Working experience in emerging markets, ideally in fragile and conflict environments ;
• Willingness to travel regularly in emerging market countries ;
• Strong analytical skills, ability to think strategically, analyze and synthesize diverse information sources, and draw conclusions from sometimes limited data ;
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines ;
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing circumstances, organize and prioritize deliverables, and maintain attention to detail ;
• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely on complex environmental and social issues in spoken and written form, in a manner that can be understood by non-experts. Proficiency in English and French are essential ;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to relate well with a wide range of internal and external parties (including senior staff, management, IFC’s accountability mechanism and clients) and develop solutions in potentially tense or conflicting situations ;
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural team, influence and negotiate point of view within teams ;
• Exemplary project management skills and ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines ;
• High personal integrity and emotional intelligence, with demonstrated ability to handle sensitive matters in a discreet and respectful manner. Diplomatic approach and calm under pressure.

World Bank Group Core 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.

Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories. 

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