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Job Title:
Senior Operations Officer
Employer:
World Bank
Location:
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Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
Administrative jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Friday, 19 July 2024
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Kampala, Uganda
The World Bank Group is a renowned international financial institution whose mission is to end extreme poverty and promote shared prosperity by supporting sustainable development in low- and middle-income countries. Established in 1944, the organization has evolved into a multifaceted institution comprising five specialized agencies that provide financial products, policy advice, and technical assistance across diverse sectors. With an unmatched global presence in over 100 countries, the World Bank Group is widely recognized for its data-driven development solutions, strong partnerships, and role in shaping economic policies worldwide.
The institution promotes a values-driven and inclusive work culture that empowers employees to contribute to meaningful change, offering a wide range of job opportunities and flexible work arrangements suited to professionals from diverse backgrounds. It operates on an innovative business model that blends finance, knowledge, and convening power to address pressing development challenges, from climate change and infrastructure to education and health. Core values such as integrity, impact, respect, and innovation guide its daily operations, while its commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility is reflected in projects aimed at social equity, environmental sustainability, and community empowerment. With a reputation for excellence and a legacy of driving transformational change, the World Bank Group remains a pivotal force in global development. More information can be found at www.worldbank.org.
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Full-time
Deadline:
19 Jul 2024
Senior Operations Officer job at World Bank
World Bank
Job Description
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Local Term Appointment (Three Years)
The World Bank's Country Management in Uganda is seeking to recruit a highly experienced and motivated professional to undertake substantive operational and implementation support tasks with respect to the Bank financed portfolio as a Senior Operations Officer (SOO) based in Kampala.
He/She will work under the supervision of the Country Manager. The SOO is expected to provide operational support/guidance and quality assurance on cross-cutting dimensions to task teams and the CMU management (Country Director, Country Manager, Operations Manager, Sr. Country Officer based in DC and Program Leaders) including advice on the implementation of operational policies and guidelines and the use of instruments.
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Review and provide quality enhancement advice on all operations throughout the project cycle; provide leadership and advisory support in all phases of operations and facilitate resolution of cross-department and cross-sectorial problems.
Play a key role in quality enhancement, risk management and implementation issues, in collaboration with the Country Management and Program Leaders.
Organize or lead the Country Portfolio Performance Reviews for Uganda on a regular basis, flag implementation problems for attention by clients and Bank management and take the lead in resolving systemic portfolio issues.
Act as the focal point of all operational guidance and board procedures to the country team.
Coordinate, prepare or assist with the preparation of briefs and presentations, including for high-level visiting missions, special events, conferences, and IMF-WB Annual and Spring meetings.
Advise task teams on country context and strategy issues.
Make substantive contributions to the country dialogue in Uganda under the leadership of the Country Manager.
Represent Country Manager in interactions with Government, development partners and stakeholders, as needed.
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COMMERCIAL
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INDUSTRIAL
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RESIDENTIAL
The successful candidate should be a holder of a master's degree or higher, with a minimum of 8 years of progressively substantive operational experience, combined with a good knowledge of World Bank strategic directions.
He/she should have Knowledge of operational policies and procedures and experience relevant to portfolio management.
Ability to lead a team of professionals in the execution of major projects, coach, mentor, and develop staff.
Proven ability to work cooperatively with a multi-disciplinary team, other groups throughout the Bank, and development partners.
Ability to contribute to strategic initiatives across the Bank Group and with external partners.
APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE DONE ONLINE:
For the full position description, complete selection criteria and required competencies, candidates are requested to submit application through www.worldbank.org/jobs. Click on Current Openings > Search the Job No#: req28153 (in the Keyword or Req ID box). The World Bank is committed to @uege 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.
