Manager

Job Posting Organization:
The World Bank Group is a prominent global institution established to provide financial and technical assistance to developing countries. It was founded in 1944 and has grown to encompass 189 member countries and over 120 offices worldwide. The organization focuses on ending extreme poverty, promoting shared prosperity, and fostering sustainable development through partnerships with public and private sectors. The World Bank Group is recognized as one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for development challenges, leveraging data, research, and technology to create impactful solutions.

Job Overview:
The Manager for AI, Analytics and Digital at the World Bank Group plays a pivotal role in leading a multidisciplinary team focused on integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into the External and Corporate Relations (ECR) ecosystem. This position is crucial for driving a data-informed content strategy and enhancing creative output across various communication channels. The Manager will oversee AI effectiveness, content performance measurement, and the implementation of innovative technologies to improve efficiency and engagement. The role requires a blend of AI expertise, creative vision, and analytical skills to maximize the impact of the World Bank Group's communications, ensuring that the institution's voice resonates with diverse audiences globally.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Manager will be responsible for several key areas: overseeing AI integration into the ECR ecosystem, including media monitoring and content performance analytics; developing a content strategy informed by data analytics and audience research; leading the creative services team to produce high-quality content; modernizing translation platforms for multilingual content delivery; collaborating with research teams to create accessible communications from technical reports; and fostering cross-team collaboration to align content themes and enhance audience engagement. The Manager will also establish KPIs for communication effectiveness and present insights to senior leadership, ensuring that the content strategy remains innovative and responsive to emerging trends.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced degree in data science, information technology, communications, or related fields, along with 12 to 15 years of substantial professional experience in progressively complex roles. A direct background in data science and AI is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to interpret data for decision-making in content creation, proficiency with analytics tools, and experience in integrating emerging technologies into content workflows. Strong organizational skills, outstanding communication abilities, and experience in multicultural environments are essential for success in this role.

Educational Background:
An advanced degree in relevant fields such as data science, information technology, or communications is required. This educational background should provide a solid foundation for understanding the complexities of data analytics and AI integration within communication strategies.

Experience:
Candidates should have 12 to 15 years of professional experience, with a focus on roles that involve increasing complexity and responsibility. Experience in managing creative teams and projects from concept to execution is crucial, as is familiarity with AI tools for content creation and analysis. A proactive approach to exploring new content formats and platforms is also important.

Languages:
The mandatory language for this position is English. While no additional languages are specified as preferred, familiarity with multiple languages may enhance communication effectiveness in a global context.

Additional Notes:
This position is part of an international recruitment effort and is expected to last for a term duration of 4 years. The World Bank Group values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, particularly those from Sub-Saharan Africa, the Caribbean, and female candidates. The role is full-time and involves collaboration across various teams and functions within the organization.