• Provide high-level administrative and logistical support to the extended WBG Qatar team, ensuring seamless coordination of daily operations and adherence to WBG policies and procedures.

• Manage complex calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments for WBG Country Manager and senior staff, ensuring efficient time management and prioritization of critical tasks.

• Organize and oversee travel arrangements, including booking flights, accommodations, and transportation, while ensuring compliance with WBG travel policies and budgetary guidelines.

• Prepare, review, and edit correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents with a high degree of accuracy, professionalism, and attention to detail.

• Develop/manage WBG Doha office contact list, including public and private sector clients, international partners, and other contacts critical to WBG business in Qatar, and serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, fostering effective communication and maintaining strong professional relationships.

• Identify and update periodically the list of local vendors to support WBG Doha Office operations; monitor and manage office budgets, track expenses, and process invoices and reimbursements in alignment with IFC financial protocols.

• Maintain and safeguard confidential information, ensuring compliance with WBG data protection and confidentiality standards.

• Coordinate and support the planning and execution of high-level WBG missions to Qatar events, workshops, and meetings, including venue arrangements, participant communication, and material preparation.

• Proactively identify and implement process improvements to enhance administrative efficiency and support the strategic goals of the WBG Qatar team.

• Serve as the Leave and Attendance Record System (LARS) focal point for CMU staff mapped to WBG Doha Office and as Facilities Liaison for any logistical matters involving the new Office facilities.

• Work collaboratively with other colleagues and teams within the Office and across the IFC/WB/MIGA GCC regional teams and other regional country offices and HQ in diverse work groups/teams/task forces.

• Selection Criteria

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.

• At least five years of demonstrated experience in providing high-level administrative and executive support, preferably within international development organizations or multicultural environments.

• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced, dynamic setting.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant software tools; familiarity with corporate systems and processes is an advantage.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across diverse teams and stakeholders.

• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to anticipate needs, identify solutions, and take initiative in addressing challenges.

• Commitment to WBG’s values of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, with a proactive approach to fostering a positive and respectful workplace culture.

• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities, with a willingness to learn and grow within the organization.

Note: Preference will be given to local talent, that is, applicants who are authorized to work in the duty station for any employer. Internal applicants may apply per existing guidelines.

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.
• 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.
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