Join the Mission - World Bank Recruitment Drive for Africa

Can I apply? Yes, if you are:

• Interested in a local position in one of the offices of the Western and Central Africa region of the World Bank;
• Hold a Master’s and/or PhD Degree(s) with a minimum of 5-8 years of professionally relevant experience;
• A technical expert with development experience in the relevant areas;
• Fluent in oral and written English. French is also required for some positions.

What is the timeline of the recruitment process?

• Timing of the Application Process: October 19 - November 18, 2021 (midnight GMT+4)
• Close of the Application Process: November 18
• Join the Mission - World Bank Recruitment Drive for Africa Event: November 16
• Expected start date of new hires: January-February 2022

Do you have any resources to help me prepare for the application?

• Preparation Guide 2021(English, PDF)
• World Bank Group Interview
• Submitting a general application and job alerts for all jobs across the World Bank Group
• Programs and internships at the World Bank
• World Bank Units

What What is the Standard Language of the World Bank Group and What Level is Required?

• The standard language is English. We require a proficiency level, which means fluency in conversation and writing, as well as the ability to quickly summarize issues, prepare reports, and make a presentation. In addition to English, French is required (written and oral) for some positions, as described in the vacancy announcement. Interviews will be conducted in English. Candidates will be requested to demonstrate fluency in French for positions with this language requirement.

Can I Apply for Multiple Positions?

• Yes, it is possible. However, please check the Terms of Reference (ToR) and apply only for those positions for which you meet the application requirements.

What are the Employment Conditions and Benefits?

• The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan, medical, life and disability insurance and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Session 1, in English and French: From 8:00 am to 9:00 am, Washington, D.C. time / 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm GMT/Dakar time

• Welcome remarks: Ousmane Diagana, Vice-President for Western and Central Africa, World Bank
• Introduction to our work in Western and Central Africa: Elisabeth Huybens, Director of Strategy and Operations, World Bank, Western and Central Africa
• Why the World Bank? Wei Wang, Director, Human Resources Client Services, World Bank
• Q&A session

Please submit your questions here

Session 2, interactive break-out rooms, in English: From 9:00 am to 10:30 am, Washington time / 2:00 to 3:30 pm GMT/Dakar time

The registration to these break-out rooms is closed. 

• Break-out room 1: Human Development (covering Education, Health, Nutrition and Population, Social Protection)
• Break-out room 2: Sustainable Development (covering Water, Agriculture, Environment, Urban, Disaster Risk Management, Resilience and Land)
• Break out room 3: Infrastructure (covering Digital Development, Transport, Energy & Extractives)
• Break out room 4: Equitable Growth, Finance and Institutions (covering subjects like Governance, Procurement, Country Economics, Financial Management)

Any questions? Please contact us at westerncentralafrica@worldbank.org

• World Bank HR
• Preparation Guide 2021
• World Bank Group Interview
• Supporting A Resilient Recovery: The World Bank’s Western and Central Africa Region Priorities 2021-2025