Special Assistant

Special Assistant

Job #:
req38712

Organization:
MIGA

Sector:
Operations

Grade:
GF

Term Duration:
Open-Ended Staff (OPEN-OP)

Recruitment Type:
International Recruitment

Location:
Washington, DC,United States

Required Language(s):
English

Preferred Language(s):

Closing Date:
10/22/2026 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC

Description

MIGA is headed by the Managing Director (MD). Members of the Office of the MD also include the Chief of Staff, two Special Assistants, one Program Manager (for HR strategy) and a Senior Executive Assistant. Collectively, the Front Office team supports the MD in carrying out the executive function. FO responsibilities include managing relationships within MIGA and the WBG Guarantee Platform (GP) and coordinating with the offices of the WBG senior leadership team, donors, shareholders, and clients; developing and overseeing strategic direction and communication; developing travel schedules; and supporting HR functions. The FO supports the MD in preparing for Board meetings and internal committee meetings, including processing internal documentation requiring approval or signature.

Duties and accountabilities

The Special Assistant will, under the supervision of the Chief of Staff, assist MIGA's MD in the execution of the Agency's priorities and goals. Specifically, the selected candidate will, in close collaboration with other FO staff as appropriate:
• Assist in the preparation of various briefings, correspondence (including the MD newsletter), talking points, speeches and any other material prepared for the MD and Chief of Staff;
• Review items requiring MD clearance or signature;
• Organize and manage special events (e.g., Annual Meetings and Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group) or visits of high-profile guests, including clients;
• Coordinate inputs, prepare documents and conduct analysis on various engagements in order to advise the MD and Chief of Staff of key areas that warrant their attention;
• Working closely with the appropriate MIGA departments to plan, organize and coordinate the MD's visits outside of Washington, D.C. (including assembling briefing materials);
• As needed, monitor and ensure appropriate implementation of actions, decisions and commitments made by the MD by working with the parties responsible for implementation;
• Build and cultivate relationships with MIGA management and staff and help flag any issues that may need the MD's and Chief of Staff's attention;
• Support the change management agenda underway in MIGA and the WBG Guarantee Platform with an emphasis on ensuring a top-flight working environment that embodies all the WBG core values and cultural attributes;
• Handle other ad-hoc duties as assigned by the MD or the Chief of Staff;
• As appropriate, travel and attend meetings with the MD and Chief of Staff.

Selection Criteria
• Must have a Master's degree (e.g., MBA, MML) and sustained record of achieving high-quality substantive results over an extended period (at least 5 years of experience) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Good knowledge of MIGA, its strategy and products, specific ecosystem and business environment.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and provide substantive support on a wide range of issues.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, and ability to synthesize complex issues and substantial documentation into effective oral and written briefs.
• Superb organization and problem-solving skills with ability to multi-task and prioritize under tight deadlines.
• High degree of discretion, tact, and sensitivity in dealing with internal and external clients, staff, and managers, and in handling confidential and sensitive matters.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively in teams, and with management and staff at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
• Willingness to work long hours and to travel.

Note: This internal requisition is open to WBG and IMF staff only (including short-term and extended term consultants/ temporaries). External candidates are requested not to apply. In case an external candidate applies, their application will not be considered.

As the World Bank Group continues to evolve, we value candidates who:

• Demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively across teams, disciplines, cultures, and institutional boundaries.
• Responsibly leverage digital and AI-enabled tools to enhance productivity, learning, and decision-making.
• Bring experience working in fragile, conflict-affected, and violent (FCV) contexts and are encouraged to highlight relevant experience in their application materials, where applicable.

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

The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.