Manager SME and Enterprise Development, Policy & Regulations

Responsibilities

• Deliver thought leadership, cutting-edge analytics, and model policies regarding SME and enterprise development, business regulations, and ease of doing business.
• Lead the Policy and Regulations unit to drive innovation and frontier approaches in core topic areas.
• Manage and inspire a diverse, multi-location technical team, supporting their professional development and career planning.
• Ensure alignment between the Policy and Regulations team and the Solutions and Impact team to scale and replicate innovations.
• Oversee knowledge management activities, including the curation and dissemination of technical information and contributions to Data360.
• Manage unit resources, including human and budget allocations, to ensure high-quality, cost-effective delivery of the work program.
• Engage with senior stakeholders and external partners to position the SME and enterprise development agenda globally.

Requirements

• Ph.D. (preferred) or Master's degree in economics, international development, business, or a related field.
• At least 12 years of relevant experience in positions of increasing complexity and responsibility.
• Recognized international thought leadership in SME/enterprise development, firm productivity, or investment policy.
• Proven experience managing multi-location teams with diverse professional backgrounds.
• Experience working in at least two different world regions or a combination of regional and corporate assignments.
• Deep knowledge of World Bank Group operations, instruments, and processes (including IBRD, IFC, and MIGA).
• Strong strategic orientation and ability to navigate complex institutional settings and budget/HR management systems.

About the Company

The World Bank Group is a unique global partnership of five institutions driven by a bold vision to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. As one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, we help solve the world’s greatest development challenges through research, data, and groundbreaking investments.