E T Consultant

Job Posting Organization:
The World Bank Group (WBG) is a global organization dedicated to addressing the world's most pressing development challenges. Established in 1944, the WBG operates in over 145 countries with more than 182 offices worldwide. The organization focuses on investing in people, strengthening markets, and delivering scalable, data-driven solutions to improve lives and create jobs. With a workforce that includes a diverse community of professionals from various cultures and disciplines, the WBG aims to foster partnerships with governments, the private sector, and development partners to achieve sustainable development goals.

Job Overview:
The E T Consultant position at the World Bank in Ankara, Türkiye, is a locally recruited field-based role that plays a crucial part in enhancing the fiduciary financial management capacity of the Europe and Central Asia (ECA) region. The consultant will work closely with senior financial management specialists to ensure that financial management policies and procedures are effectively applied throughout all phases of World Bank-financed projects. This role involves conducting financial management assessments, supervising active projects, and providing strategic advice to strengthen financial management practices. The consultant will also participate in project negotiations, preparation, and appraisal missions, ensuring compliance with World Bank guidelines and contributing to the overall success of financial management in the region.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the E T Consultant include:

• Collaborating with ECA Senior Financial Management Specialists to ensure adherence to financial management policies in World Bank projects.
• Conducting financial management assessments for new projects, evaluating the capacities of project implementing units (PIUs), and identifying risks and mitigation strategies.
• Supervising financial management of active projects in line with the country financial management plan.
• Monitoring and reviewing interim financial reports for projects.
• Coordinating annual audits and reviewing audit reports and management letters.
• Guiding PIUs on financial management arrangements and developing action plans to address financial management issues.
• Participating in World Bank missions and preparing fiduciary-related reports and documents.
• Providing strategic advice to country authorities on enhancing financial management in World Bank projects.
• Engaging in Country Portfolio Performance Reviews and contributing technical inputs on public financial management issues.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a strong client orientation and interpersonal skills, along with a Master's degree in a relevant field such as accounting, finance, or public policy. A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Candidates should be willing to pursue professional accountancy membership in an International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) member body, which may be necessary for future accreditation. Additionally, at least 8 years of relevant experience in financial management, accounting, or auditing in either public or private sector settings is essential. A comprehensive understanding of the country’s public financial management systems, including budget, treasury, cash management, internal controls, and risk management, is also required.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Master's degree in a relevant field such as accounting, finance, or public policy. This advanced degree is essential to ensure that the candidate has the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to perform effectively in the role. Candidates with equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered, provided they can demonstrate the requisite expertise in financial management.

Experience:
The position requires a significant level of experience, specifically at least 8 years in financial management, accounting, or auditing. This experience should ideally be gained in both public and private sector environments, allowing the candidate to bring a well-rounded perspective to the role. The candidate should demonstrate a proven track record of working effectively in multidisciplinary teams and managing complex financial management tasks.

Languages:
Proficiency in English and Turkish is mandatory for this position, as effective communication in both languages is essential for interacting with stakeholders and preparing reports. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered a plus, but English and Turkish are the primary languages required for this role.

Additional Notes:
This position is a full-time role with a term duration of 6 months, and it is part of the local recruitment process. The World Bank Group emphasizes its commitment to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly regardless of gender, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. The organization also highlights the importance of a sense of urgency, thoughtful risk-taking, and empowerment and accountability as core attributes of its culture.