World Bank E T Consultant :External Affairs Officer

Job Description

Description

Do you want to build a career that is truly worthwhile? Working at the World Bank Group provides a unique opportunity for you to help our clients solve their greatest development challenges. The World Bank Group is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries; a unique global partnership of five institutions dedicated to ending extreme poverty, increasing shared prosperity and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, we work with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges. For more information, visit www.worldbank.org

The Latin America and the Caribbean External and Corporate Relations Unit (ECRLC) is a dynamic and diverse team of communications professionals dedicated to advancing the World Bank’s mission in the region, enabling environment for the successful implementation of the Bank’s regional and corporate purposes of providing development solutions through innovative financial, knowledge and convening services, customized to client needs.

ECRLC is looking for a fully bilingual (Spanish, English) External Affairs Officer with strong experience in strategic communications, media relations and stakeholder engagement and excellent writing skills. This is a 1-year Extended Term Consultant position based in Washington, DC.

Responsibilities:

- Oversees planning, coordination, scheduling and logistics, often across multiple teams, for major conferences, flagship events and other communications-related activities sponsored by the Bank including developing the concept note, identifying panelists, preparing messages and ensuring strategic alignment with the region’s broader goals.

- Determines the types of information and communications activities that are best suited to addressing issues or problems and identifies relevant information sources. Accordingly, writes and/or oversees the preparation, production and dissemination of both routine and complex outreach products that promote the strategic and timely flow of information and key messages about the Bank, its policies and operations to key internal and external audiences.

- Monitors and analyzes key current events with a view to risk/reputation management using social listening tools. Advises Unit Manager and other relevant Bank staff and clients on how these events may impact the Bank and its work, and helps to determine appropriate strategic responses to address them.

- Writes and edits regional communications materials including news releases, op-eds/articles, speeches, talking points, Q&As and other briefing materials. Also is responsible for producing multimedia materials for regional and global dissemination through web, broadcast and other outlets.

- Within the regional communications strategy framework and overall objectives, and working closely with regional and country office staff, is responsible for leading the communication work for the World Bank in Latin America and the Caribbean around key issues including education, health and social protection.

- Working alongside the digital communications lead based in Washington, plans and integrates the use of social media and other audience engagement as part of the regional strategy.

- Supports the work of the regional blog and newsletter editor.

- Designs and implements strategic partnerships to increase the Bank's visibility and influence in the region, particularly with media outlets.

- Provides input and support on staff engagement and internal communications.

Selection Criteria

Thorough knowledge of and practical experience in full range of communications approaches, tools and methodologies essential to planning, executing, and monitoring communications strategies – e.g., campaign management, media operations, social marketing, opinion research, audience outreach, message targeting, and so on. Ability to plan and successfully implement a comprehensive communications program in support of defined objectives.
In-depth knowledge of Latin America and the Caribbean’s social, political and development issues with strong current knowledge of key constituencies, their operations, policies, practices and priorities, particularly as they relate to and work with the Bank;
Proven planning and organizational skills .Strong conceptual and research/analytical skills, with the ability to think strategically and rapidly analyze and integrate diverse information from varied sources into conclusions and recommendations.
Exceptional ability to write and edit in both English and Spanish for a wide range of communication products as well as for the web, with experience conveying complex ideas in a clear, direct and lively, (non-academic) style.
Effective interpersonal skills; proven experience in working as both a leader and a member of team.
Demonstrated political awareness and ability to diplomatically handle sensitive situations with target audiences and to otherwise cultivate effective, productive client relationships/partnerships and ability to work effectively with internal/external partners in a multicultural environment.
Knowledge of relevant digital communications tools and functions needed to meet duties outlined above.
Minimum Years of Relevant Experience: MA degree and a minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in one or more professional disciplines, or a bachelor's and 10 years of experience.
Excellent oral and written communication and presentational skills.Spoken and written fluency required in English and Spanish.

World Bank Group Core Competencies

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.

This position is no longer open.

Similar Jobs