World Bank Ethiopia Country Office – Vacancy Announcement

The World Bank Ethiopia Country Office is looking to hire up to three (3) short-term consultants to support its energy sector engagement in Ethiopia. These positions are based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and are open to Ethiopian nationals.

The World Bank’s ongoing energy portfolio in Ethiopia includes various projects such as power sector reforms, electrification initiatives, solar mini grids, clean cooking solutions, and regional electricity interconnections.


Position 1: Investment Officer

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Education: Master’s degree or equivalent qualification in Business, Finance, Economics, Agribusiness, or related fields.
  • Experience: Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in project/program development, feasibility studies, investment banking, private equity, or fund management.
  • Skills:
  • Strong quantitative skills and financial modeling expertise.
  • Experience in investment transactions, program management, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Proven ability to manage client relationships in multicultural environments.
  • Fluency in English (strong written and verbal communication skills).

Location:

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; Kigali, Rwanda; Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; Lusaka, Zambia

Closing Date:

September 12, 2024 (11:59 PM UTC)


Position 2: Associate Investment Officer/Investment Officer

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Education: MBA or equivalent qualification.
  • Experience: Minimum of 6 years in corporate/project finance with a proven track record in investment sourcing, structuring, and closing.
  • Skills:
  • Expertise in complex debt and equity instruments, financial, credit, and equity skills.
  • Experience with IFC’s Manufacturing, Agribusiness, Services, and Financial Institutions industries.
  • Passion for sustainable development and impact investing.
  • Fluency in English and other languages (Amharic, Somali, etc., is a plus).
  • Excellent interpersonal, research, and client relationship management skills.

Location:

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Closing Date:

September 19, 2024 (11:59 PM UTC)


Application Process:

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application letter, CV, and credentials online.

Don’t miss the opportunity to work with a leading global institution on critical energy sector initiatives!