World Bank

The World Bank is a vital source of financial and technical assistance to developing countries around the world. We are not a bank in the common sense.
Scope, scale, and diversity make being appointed to the World Bank Group a uniquely enriching experience. Global networks of the leading experts in every field identify women and men whose experience, knowledge, and talents contribute to improving the quality of life in developing countries. Bank staff work with governments in developing countries around the world, assisting people in all areas of development, from policy and strategic advice to the identification, preparation, appraisal and supervision of development projects.

The Bank is always actively involved in financial sector restructuring and regulatory work, continuing to help nations move towards market-based economies through financial sector restructuring, infrastructure development, privatization and regulation. Special efforts are being made to expand activities in the field of education, such as early childhood development and girls' education. The Bank is deeply committed to anti-corruption initiatives for a better global society.

The World Bank is committed to diversity. We strive to hire the best women and men from all over the world, and make arrangements in the workplace where reasonable to meet the needs of persons with disabilities. Staff are diverse in many respects, including gender, nationality, culture, education and experience and fully represent our 185 member countries.

The Bank looks for experts with higher academic achievements and/or technical professional credentials including Masters or PhD programs. A successful record of demonstrated performance and results (generally a minimum of five years of relevant experience). A broad understanding of development issues (global and/or regional knowledge of development country issues) and international work experience preferably at the policy level. Work experience in the private sector is also valued and is viewed as a way of renewing and updating the Bank's skills base and improving diversity.

Candidates must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills for working in an international and team-based environment. In addition to proficiency in English, language skills in Arabic, Chinese, French, Portuguese, Russian, or Spanish are often required.

The Bank has also employment opportunities for young and motivated individuals:
a. The Young Professionals Program (YPP) is a starting point for an exciting career in the World Bank. The Program is designed to attract outstanding young individuals from around the world, who have demonstrated a commitment to development, supported by academic success, professional achievement and potential for leadership.

b. The Junior Professional Associates (JPA) Program is a two-year employment opportunity for recent graduates with a superior academic record. Through the Program, JPAs gain first-hand experience and knowledge of international development.

c. The Internship Program is open to students who are nationals of the Bank's member countries and attracts a large number of highly qualified candidates. The goal of this Internship Program is to offer successful candidates an opportunity to improve their skills as well as the experience of working in an international environment. The Program is offered during two seasons: Summer (June-September) and Winter (December-March).

Please visit the World Bank website www.worldbank.org (click "Job Seekers") for additional information and application deadlines.

Contact person

Amorosino Roberto
Human Resources, HRSTS
Via Labicana 110
00149 Rome
tel: +39 06 777 10 206
fax: +39 06 7096046

e-mail: ramorosino@worldbank.org

website: www.worldbank.org