WBG Pioneer - E&S Data Analytics and Portfolio Support Interns

WBG Pioneer - E&S Data Analytics and Portfolio Support Interns

Job #: req37601 Organization: IFC Grade: T4 Location: Lagos,Nigeria Hiring Manager:Elizabeth Atieno Ndinya

Required Language(s): English Preferred Language(s): Knowledge of French is considered an advantage. Closing Date: 8/12/2026 (11:59pm UTC)

Description

WBG Pioneers, the World Bank Group’s Internship Program, offers undergraduate and postgraduate students a high impact learning experience at the heart of global development. Participants gain hands on experience in a diverse and dynamic environment, contribute fresh perspectives and innovative ideas, and connect with international professionals working to end poverty on a livable planet.

The Environmental and Social (E&S) team supports IFC investment operations by ensuring compliance with IFC Performance Standards and maximizing development impact throughout the project lifecycle. The team is responsible for E&S screening, due diligence, and portfolio supervision across multiple sectors in Nigeria, Central, and Southern Africa. With growing portfolio complexity and increased reporting requirements, there is a heightened need for structured data management, advanced analytics, and robust E&S documentation management.

This internship will assist E&S specialists in enhancing data-driven risk identification, portfolio monitoring, and reporting processes. This role will also contribute to greater consistency and efficiency in E&S documentation and supervision activities, supporting the team’s ability to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Duties and Responsibilities

E&S Due Diligence

• Support E&S screening of transactions under IFC Performance Standards and applicable internal guidance documents, providing input to RILs.

• Review E&S documentation (ESIAs, ESMS documents, and other client records) and efficiently compile due diligence inputs for internal systems such as ESG360 and ESGDocs.

Portfolio Monitoring & Supervision

• Track ESAP completion evidence and update status in ESG360 and Disclosure Portal.

• Support review of Annual Monitoring Reports (AMRs) and compile review reports.

• Support LESSs with supervision missions by conducting pre-mission document review, tracking critical E&S issues and action items and reporting to the LESSs.

• Maintain structured supervision records and documentation in ESG360 and iPortal.

E&S Data Analytics and Reporting

• Prepare monthly E&S reports for management and E&S teams.

• Analyze portfolio performance trends to identify emerging E&S risks and overall performance.

Knowledge Management

• Organize and maintain E&S documentation repositories (ESG Docs).

• Capture and summarize lessons learned from supervision activities to facilitate internal knowledge sharing.

Selection Criteria

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in, or in the final year of a master’s degree program and must hold a bachelor’s degree in environmental science or engineering, international development, or natural sciences.

• Candidates must have at least two years of relevant professional experience.

• Demonstrated interest in development work and the World Bank Group’s mission

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work effectively in diverse, team-based environments

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities within tight deadlines

• Proficiency in English in English is required. Knowledge of French is considered 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.

The World Bank Group values diversity and encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of World Bank Group member countries to apply, regardless of gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. Sub-Saharan African nationals, Caribbean nationals, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.