World Bank E-T Consultant

Job Posting Organization:
The World Bank is a member of the World Bank Group (WBG) and operates globally with a mission to address the world’s most pressing development challenges. Established in 1944, the organization has grown to include over 10,000 employees working across 145 countries and more than 182 offices worldwide. The World Bank focuses on investing in people, strengthening markets, and delivering scalable, data-driven solutions to generate better jobs and improve lives. With a commitment to Sub-Saharan Africa, the World Bank aims to harness the potential and innovation of the continent, which has a young population and a growing market of nearly 1.2 billion people. The organization is dedicated to making the Africa regional teams into leading innovation hubs, addressing persistent gaps in education, health, and skills, and tackling challenges such as conflict, food insecurity, and climate change. The World Bank's portfolio in West and Central Africa includes 350 projects totaling over $38 billion, focusing on areas such as agriculture, trade, transport, energy, education, health, and water and sanitation, all aimed at supporting job creation, gender equality, and poverty reduction. By 2030, it is projected that 87% of the world’s extreme poor will live in Sub-Saharan Africa, making the World Bank's mission to end extreme poverty and promote shared prosperity critical in this region.

Job Overview:
The World Bank is seeking dedicated professionals to join their innovative and diverse team as E-T Consultants. This position focuses on providing technical support to the Fiscal Policy and Growth (FPG) unit in Ghana. The consultant will play a crucial role in macroeconomic monitoring, data gathering and analysis, and report preparation. The FPG unit is responsible for providing technical expertise in economic policy analysis, macroeconomic management, and structural reforms. The consultant will contribute to the development of regular briefs and monitoring activities focused on macroeconomic and fiscal developments in Ghana, assisting in the preparation of supporting analyses and drafting documents related to the Ghana Resilient Recovery Development Policy Financing (DPF) series. The role also involves contributing to various ongoing and pipeline analytical products, such as the Ghana Country Growth and Jobs Report and the Ghana Water Sector Assessment Program, while coordinating with stakeholders and providing logistical support for meetings and workshops. This position is an opportunity to make a significant impact on the economic landscape of Ghana and contribute to the World Bank's mission of improving lives and promoting sustainable growth.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Macro Monitoring and Data Briefs: Contribute to the development of regular briefs and monitoring activities focused on macroeconomic and fiscal developments in Ghana. This includes compiling data from various public sources, cleaning and organizing data, and conducting analysis.
• Ghana Resilient Recovery Development Policy Financing (DPF) Series: Assist in the preparation of supporting analyses and drafting of DPF documents and briefs.
• Ongoing and Pipeline Analytical Products: Contribute to the preparation of reports such as the Ghana Country Growth and Jobs Report, the Ghana-Sierra Leone-Liberia Agriculture Jobs and Growth Report, and the Ghana Water Sector Assessment Program. This includes dissemination activities, preparation of synthesis material for stakeholder consultations, and promotion of findings.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Coordinate with stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and other partners, as necessary.
• Logistical and Administrative Support: Provide logistical and administrative support for meetings, workshops, and field visits.
• Additional Duties: Perform any other duties as assigned by the Task Team Leader (TTL) or unit head.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for the E-T Consultant position should possess a strong background in economics, public policy, or a related field. They should have a solid understanding of macroeconomic principles and fiscal policy, as well as experience in data analysis and report writing. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders are essential. The candidate should also demonstrate a commitment to the World Bank's mission and values, particularly in relation to poverty reduction and sustainable development.

Educational Background:
Candidates should have at least a Master's degree in economics, public policy, or a related field. A Ph.D. is preferred but not mandatory. Relevant coursework or training in macroeconomic analysis, fiscal policy, and data analysis will be advantageous.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant professional experience in economic policy analysis, macroeconomic management, or related fields. Experience working with international organizations, government agencies, or NGOs in a development context is highly desirable. Familiarity with the economic landscape of Ghana and Sub-Saharan Africa will be an asset.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, as it is the primary language of communication within the World Bank. Proficiency in local languages spoken in Ghana or other languages relevant to the region would be considered a plus, enhancing the consultant's ability to engage with local stakeholders and communities.

Additional Notes:
This position is a consultancy role, and the contract duration will be determined based on project needs. The consultant is expected to work full-time and may be required to travel within Ghana for field visits and stakeholder engagements. Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience, and the World Bank offers a range of benefits to its employees, including professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment.