Research Analyst

Responsibilities

• Research, collect, and analyze data to produce high-quality reports and support the development of constituency positions.
• Coordinate the preparation of periodic analyses and information reports for constituency authorities and management.
• Support the Office in leveraging emerging artificial intelligence tools and digital platforms to improve research productivity, data visualization, and strategic outreach.
• Assist in the preparation of briefing materials, presentations, and talking points for the Executive Director.
• Maintain dashboards and update economic, social, and environmental indicators for constituency countries.
• Liaise with contacts in constituency capitals to gather and manage information and development strategies.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Banking, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant public service experience.
• Deep understanding of the needs and context of the Sub-Saharan African Region.
• Demonstrated AI fluency, including the ability to utilize emerging AI-enabled research, productivity, and data analysis tools.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to summarize complex issues into briefs.
• Proficiency in information technology and digital platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in French or Portuguese.
• Experience in social media communications, digital content management, data visualization, or graphic design applications.

Benefits

• Comprehensive retirement plan.
• Medical, life, and disability insurance.
• Paid leave, including parental leave.
• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

About the Company

The World Bank Group is a unique global partnership of five institutions dedicated to ending extreme poverty and promoting shared prosperity. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, we work with public and private sector partners to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges using data, research, and technology.