E T Consultant

Job Posting Organization:
The World Bank, a member of the World Bank Group (WBG), is a global organization dedicated to addressing the world's most pressing development challenges. Established to reduce poverty and promote sustainable economic growth, the World Bank operates in 145 countries with over 182 offices worldwide. The organization employs a diverse workforce committed to investing in people, strengthening markets, and delivering scalable, data-driven solutions that improve lives. The World Bank's mission is to end extreme poverty and promote shared prosperity, and it achieves this through partnerships with governments, the private sector, and development partners.

Job Overview:
The E T Consultant position at the World Bank is a critical role within the Information and Technology Solutions (ITS) unit, which is essential for enabling the WBG to fulfill its mission. The consultant will engage with business partners and end users to support Trust Fund operations, including the Trust Fund Portal and Shareholder Recordkeeping initiatives. This role requires a deep understanding of product management and business analysis, as the consultant will translate user needs into product requirements, manage the product backlog, and oversee the product development lifecycle. The consultant will also utilize data and analytics to monitor product progress and ensure that solutions meet or exceed client expectations, delivering tangible business value.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The E T Consultant will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including: engaging with Trust Fund business stakeholders to understand their needs and challenges; defining configuration specifications and business requirements; gathering and documenting user requirements through interviews and workshops; prioritizing the product backlog to align with business objectives; developing and maintaining comprehensive documentation; collaborating with stakeholders to identify opportunities for product improvements; participating in sprint planning and reviews; delivering regular status updates to clients; planning and executing product updates; actively engaging with design teams to incorporate industry trends; assessing the impact on end users; and developing and tracking product KPIs.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master's degree with at least 5 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 7 years of experience. A broad-based professional background in product management, business analysis, or a related field is essential, preferably within financial systems or fund management environments. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to analyze and articulate product issues, develop solutions, and have a working knowledge of Trust Fund management processes. Experience with Agile methodologies and proficiency in Agile planning tools is required, along with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

Educational Background:
A Master's degree in a relevant field is preferred, although a Bachelor's degree with significant experience may be acceptable. The educational background should ideally include coursework or training in product management, business analysis, or information technology, particularly as it relates to financial systems or fund management.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience for candidates with a Master's degree or 7 years for those with a Bachelor's degree. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in operationalizing product strategies and managing key phases of the product lifecycle, as well as 2 years of hands-on experience with Agile methodologies. Experience in Trust Fund management or donor fund operations is strongly preferred.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory for this position. Additional language skills may be beneficial but are not specified as required.

Additional Notes:
This position is a local recruitment role with a term duration of 1 year. The World Bank Group emphasizes a diverse and inclusive workplace and is committed to equal opportunity employment. The role is subject to a maximum of three years for Extended Term appointments, and candidates must be aware of the organization's policies regarding eligibility for future appointments.