E T Consultant
Job #:
req38954
Organization:
World Bank
Sector:
Agriculture
Grade:
EC1
Term Duration:
1 year 0 months
Recruitment Type:
Local Recruitment
Location:
Washington, DC,United States
Required Language(s):
English
Preferred Language(s):
Spanish and Portuguese
Closing Date:
10/28/2026 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC
Description
Background
The Latin America and Caribbean unit of the Agriculture and Food Global Practice (SLCAG) supports LAC countries with the knowledge, investment and technology to turn their agriculture and food sectors into engines of growth and opportunity. With AgriConnect increasingly shaping the direction of SLCAG's work, the unit is placing emphasis on translating knowledge, technology, and investment into practical solutions that improve productivity, resilience, and market opportunities for farmers across LAC. To advance this agenda, SLCAG requires an Extended Term Consultant (ETC) to provide technical and operational support in the areas of sustainable livestock development, including the One Health agenda and efforts to address climate impacts and methane emissions, and accelerating the adoption of agricultural technologies and improved practices by family farmers. The ETC would help integrate these priorities across the unit's analytical and advisory work and lending portfolio, supporting the implementation of AgriConnect in the region.
Tasks
Under the guidance of the SLCAG Practice Manager, the ETC will provide support to the AGF Task Team Leaders (TTLs) working on AGF operations and analytics across SLCAG countries. In particular, the ETC will support the unit to implement several TF-funded activities linked to the AgriConnect LAC roll out, in particular on the themes of sustainable livestock (One Health, climate / GHGs) and adoption of Ag Tech and Practices by family farmers. These include:
• Leading the coordination of country-specific and regional-level analytical work on One Health, in collaboration with the Bank's Health and Environment units in LAC as well as partners including WHO/PAHO, FAO, WOAH, and UNEP.
• Supporting the integration of the unit's One Health work into AgriConnect Action Plans of first and second mover countries.
• Supporting the unit's work on Ag Tech and Practice adoption by family farmers, particularly those related to climate / GHGs and agricultural waste / pollution.
• Coordinating the GHG and other sustainability assessments of Bank-supported projects supported by the Methane for Development (CH4D) program, focusing on projects with significant livestock activities.
• Supporting the design and launch of a Global Center of Excellence on Sustainable Livestock anchored in LAC.
• Supporting the development of sustainable livestock knowledge programs to be incorporated into the One WBG Knowledge Academy.
• Providing technical and operational support to ensure the effective design and implementation of projects and analytical work in the unit.
• Coordinating and participating in events, workshops, and activities related to the activities of the unit.
• Undertake other tasks as agreed with the Practice Manager and/or Task Team Leaders from time to time.
Communications/Travel Requirements and Expenses
Insofar as relevant, travel and accommodation expenses related to work will be reimbursed by the Bank under prevailing Bank rules. The ETC is expected to maintain and submit all receipts for claiming travel and related accommodation reimbursements and will be expected to comply with all Bank safety & security procedures/ protocols in place and in effect at the time of travel.
The ETC will be based in Washington, DC under the overall supervision of the Practice Manager.
Selection Criteria
• Master's degree in agricultural economics, rural development, public policy or a closely related field.
• Minimum of two years of relevant professional experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience, including work with international organizations or multilateral development banks in agriculture, climate or sustainability.
• Ability to think innovatively and strategically in dealing with project implementation issues while maintaining a strong client focus;
• Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving and team skills with ability to find balanced, pragmatic and implementable solutions;
• Good communication skills and cultural sensitivity;
• Excellent writing and oral skills in English, Spanish, and Portuguese;
• Ability to respond quickly and effectively to short-term requests, and meet tight deadlines;
• Strong ability to conduct both quantitative and qualitative analyses will be an advantage.
WBG Culture Attributes:
1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact.
3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.
World Bank Group Core Competencies
As per WBG policy, an Extended Term (ET) appointment is subject to a lifetime maximum of three (3) years. Former and current ET staff who have completed or are in the process of completing their third-year ET appointment are not eligible for future ET appointments.
