Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst

Job #: req37045 Organization: World Bank Sector: Treasury Grade: GE Term Duration: 3 years 0 months Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment Location: Paris,France Required Language(s): English Preferred Language(s): French, Spanish, or Arabic Closing Date: 6/26/2026 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC

Description

Do you want to build a career that is truly worthwhile? 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. When you join the World Bank Group, you become part of a dynamic, diverse organization with 189 member countries and more than 130 offices worldwide. We work with public and private sector partners, invest in groundbreaking projects, and use data, research, and technology to bring tangible and transformative changes around the globe. For more information, visit www.worldbank.org.
The World Bank Group Treasury is the Vice Presidency, reporting to the Managing Director and World Bank Group Chief Financial Officer, performing treasury functions for the IBRD, IDA, IFC, and, to varying degrees, for other members of the World Bank Group and other public sector investors. Its activities are organized and grouped into the following departments: Asset Management, Client Solutions and Structuring, Capital Markets, Operations, and Partnership & Advisory. The Treasury VPU also includes the Risk, Compliance, and Controls Unit.
The WBG Treasury has been a major player in international financial markets for over 70 years and has earned a global reputation as a prudent and innovative borrower, investor, and risk manager. Treasury is responsible for: (i) managing approximately $300 billion in assets for the World Bank and other official sector investors; (ii) leading IBRD's, IDA's, and IFC’s triple-A rated financing programs in international and domestic bond and derivative markets; (iii) conducting asset and liability management for IBRD's, IDA's, and IFC’s balance sheets; (iv) overseeing the development and outreach related to the financing and hedging products the Bank provides for its developing-country members; and (v) collaborating with the World Bank member countries to help build their capacity. Staff in Treasury regularly interact and work with other Departments across the Bank and Finance Partners’ teams.
Partnerships and Advisory (TREAA)
The World Bank Group Treasury Partnerships & Advisory Department (TREAA) serves as the institutional focal point for World Bank Group Treasury engagements with external public-sector asset management clients, including members of the Reserve Advisory & Management Partnership (RAMP). As a trusted partner to public asset managers worldwide, the Department designs and delivers capacity-building and advisory services tailored to the needs of central banks, international financial institutions, sovereign wealth funds, public pension funds, and other public institutions. A significant share of the Department’s work is delivered through RAMP, the World Bank Group’s flagship platform for public asset management. Established in 2001, RAMP supports a global network of nearly 100 public asset management institutions that collectively oversee more than US$2 trillion in assets. To date, RAMP has advised over 100 public institutions and trained more than 10,000 public-sector professionals, advancing sound public asset management practices. Drawing on the World Bank Group’s expertise, RAMP helps central banks strengthen resilience to economic shocks, enables sovereign wealth funds to safeguard intergenerational wealth, and supports public pension funds in meeting long-term obligations.
The Partnerships and Engagements unit (TREAP) manages relationships with WBG Treasury’s public asset management clients and external partners, including RAMP members. It works closely with clients to assess their institutional capacity and design tailored engagement plans. The team also coordinates with relevant World Bank Group units to deliver advisory and training to clients and address operational and legal matters. In addition, it oversees RAMP’s financial resources and leads outreach efforts to prospective members.
Duties and Accountabilities:
The Financial Analyst reports to the Partnerships and Engagements (AP) Manager and is expected to carry out all responsibilities in close coordination with the Manager, the Financial Officer, the Engagement Managers, and in collaboration with colleagues across TREAA, Treasury, and the World Bank Group. Primary responsibilities include the following:
1. Client Support and Advisory Preparation:
• Support the Financial Officer and Engagement Managers in preparing and delivering technical advisory services to RAMP member institutions.
• Contribute to the preparation of briefing materials, talking points, and background notes for bilateral meetings, including high-level engagements.
• Assist in the development of client engagement materials, including presentations, case studies, and policy notes.
2. Data Management and Analytical Support:
• Manage and maintain client data related to advisory activities, including tracking engagement progress and supporting annual assessments of client practices.
• Produce analytical outputs and internal reports, including dashboards, indicators, and summaries to support decision-making.
• Draft documents for internal committees and management meetings.
• Support research and analysis in areas such as governance, strategic asset allocation, risk management, and portfolio management.
3. Support with Technical Missions and Workshops:
• Provide operational and analytical support for technical advisory missions, workshops, and client meetings.
• Contribute to the preparation of post-mission documents and follow-up actions.
4. Support Outreach to Prospective Members:
• Identify institutions that can benefit from the program.
• Join peer reviews at the request of Engagement Managers.
• Prepare background materials and draft aide memoires.
5. Collaboration and Projects: Collaborate
6. Technology and AI: Use technology tools including AI to improve efficiency and workflows.
7. Significant international travel is required.

Selection Criteria

The successful candidate should have the following qualifications:
1. Advanced degree(s) in a relevant field of study, such as economics, finance, mathematics, financial economics, or financial engineering.
2. Two years of relevant experience, preferably in investment management or central bank operations.
3. Progress toward or completion of a relevant professional certification, such as the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or Financial Risk Manager (FRM) designation, is highly desirable.
4. Strong analytical skills and understanding of finance.
5. Ability to use technology tools, including AI, to enhance efficiency.
6. Experience with analytical tools (Python, R, etc.) is desirable.
7. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
8. Highest ethical standards.
9. A high degree of self-motivation, a positive attitude, and the ability and drive to collaborate in a team-based, multi-cultural work environment.
10. Excellent and proven writing skills in English, as well as verbal skills to communicate complex and technical issues in simple terms.
11. Fluency in French, Spanish, or Arabic is highly desirable.

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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