Local Term Appointment (Three Years)
Location: Kigali,Rwanda
The World Bank’s Digital Development (DD) Global Practice (GP) seeks to recruit a seasoned and highly skilled professional with strong conceptual and analytical skills capable of functioning effectively as a team member of multi-disciplinary teams, to work as a Digital Development Specialist based in Kigali, Rwanda.
S/he will work under the leadership of the Practice Manager to support Africa East Central East Countries 2 (AECE2) which includes Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Somalia, with a focus on Rwanda and will work closely with other colleagues and Task Team leaders responsible for the digital development activities and portfolio, including lending, policy, supervision, and analytical work.
The duties and responsibilities include i) Contribute to the design, preparation and implementation of World Bank Group financed digital development related investment and policy reform programs in client countries. ii) Advise clients on strategies, best practices, and design of programs to develop the foundations of their digital economies. iii) Provide technical expertise and advice on a range of ICT policy and regulatory issues. iv) Provide technical expertise and advice on policy, institutional reform, project development and execution. v) Develop innovative and practical approaches to solving difficult policy and operational issues for selected high priority telecommunications, ICT or digital economy related activities. vi) Act as the regional/local presence of the DD GP and, as such, in coordination with other colleagues and Task Team leaders, contribute to policy dialogue with senior officials of client countries. vii) Perform economic and financial analysis viii) Represent the DD GP and the Bank at digital development related fora and events, as well as act as a liaison with key external partners.
Selection Criteria and Electronic Applications:
The successful candidate should be a holder of a Master’s degree in telecommunications, engineering, computer science, law, economics, public policy or related field with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience in ICT / Digital Economy policy and regulation and/or ICT / Digital Economy project design and implementation, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Excellent conceptual and analytical skills. Proven track record in supporting the design and delivery of project operations including in a development country context. Firm understanding of digital technology and digitally enabled business model trends. Strong client engagement skills. Proven ability to function effectively as a team member of multi-disciplinary teams and resolve conflicts constructively. Proficiency in English is essential and in French would be an advantage. For the full position description, complete selection criteria and required competencies, candidates are requested to submit an online application through www.worldbank.org/jobs. Click on Current Openings > Search the Job No#: req24362 (in the Keyword or Req ID box).The World Bank is committed to achieving diversity of gender, race, nationality, culture and educational background. Individuals with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Closing date is Friday 6th October 2023.
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