The World Bank Group has announced several career opportunities for professionals, consultants, graduates, and students seeking to work with one of the world’s leading international development organizations. The latest vacancies include positions based in Nairobi, Kenya, as well as internship opportunities available across multiple global locations.
These opportunities offer candidates the chance to contribute to international development projects, infrastructure, governance, environmental sustainability, legal affairs, and reconstruction initiatives. The available roles cater to experienced professionals, consultants, and students looking to gain practical experience through the World Bank Group’s internship programmes.
Below is a detailed overview of all the advertised positions.
1. Project Manager, Real Estate
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Type: Professional Position
Date Posted: 28 July 2026
Job Overview
The Project Manager, Real Estate will oversee the planning and implementation of real estate projects within the World Bank Group. The role focuses on ensuring that property development, renovation, office expansion, and facilities projects are delivered efficiently while meeting organizational standards, timelines, and budgets.
The successful candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders, contractors, consultants, and external partners to coordinate project activities from planning through completion.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead the planning and execution of real estate development projects.
- Coordinate project schedules, budgets, and implementation plans.
- Monitor project progress and ensure timely delivery.
- Manage relationships with consultants, contractors, and service providers.
- Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies and applicable regulations.
- Prepare project reports and provide regular updates to management.
- Coordinate procurement activities related to project implementation.
- Support office modernization and facilities improvement initiatives.
- Maintain quality standards throughout project execution.
2. ET Consultant
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Type: Extended Term Consultant (ET Consultant)
Date Posted: 23 July 2026
Job Overview
The Extended Term Consultant will provide specialized technical and advisory support to World Bank projects and operational teams. Depending on the assignment, the consultant may support project implementation, research, policy analysis, operational planning, stakeholder engagement, and technical reporting.
The consultant will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while contributing expertise to ongoing development initiatives.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide technical support for assigned projects.
- Conduct research and analytical work.
- Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation.
- Assist project teams in implementing development activities.
- Support monitoring and evaluation processes.
- Coordinate with government agencies and development partners where required.
- Participate in meetings and technical discussions.
- Analyze project data and recommend improvements.
- Contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives.
- Perform additional consultancy assignments as required.
3. WBG Pioneer – LEG Intern
Locations: 6 Locations Available
Internship Programme
Date Posted: 17 July 2026
Job Overview
The WBG Pioneer LEG Internship provides students with practical exposure to legal work within the World Bank Group. Interns work alongside experienced legal professionals while supporting research, legal documentation, policy reviews, and institutional operations.
The internship allows participants to understand how legal services contribute to international development programmes and organizational governance.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Support legal research assignments.
- Review legal documents and reference materials.
- Assist with drafting legal memoranda and summaries.
- Organize legal files and documentation.
- Conduct comparative legal analysis.
- Assist in policy and regulatory reviews.
- Participate in meetings and prepare notes where required.
- Support legal teams on ongoing projects.
- Contribute to knowledge management initiatives.
- Perform other internship assignments as allocated.
4. WBG Pioneer – SPARC for Conflict-Affected and Reconstruction Contexts Intern
Locations: 4 Locations Available
Internship Programme
Date Posted: 15 July 2026
Job Overview
This internship supports the SPARC programme, which focuses on conflict-affected environments and reconstruction efforts. Interns gain exposure to international development initiatives aimed at supporting fragile states, rebuilding institutions, strengthening resilience, and improving recovery programmes.
Interns will work with multidisciplinary teams supporting operational, analytical, and research activities.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with research on conflict and reconstruction issues.
- Support project planning and implementation activities.
- Analyze information related to development programmes.
- Prepare briefing notes and background materials.
- Assist with monitoring project progress.
- Support stakeholder engagement activities.
- Contribute to data collection and analysis.
- Participate in meetings and prepare reports.
- Assist in knowledge management initiatives.
- Perform other programme-related assignments.
5. WBG Pioneer – Environmental and Social Development Intern
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Internship Programme
Date Posted: 14 July 2026
Job Overview
The Environmental and Social Development Internship offers students an opportunity to contribute to projects that promote sustainable development, environmental protection, and social inclusion.
Interns support technical teams working on environmental assessments, sustainability initiatives, community engagement, social development programmes, and project monitoring.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with environmental and social research.
- Support preparation of project documentation.
- Participate in environmental and social assessments.
- Analyze project information and development indicators.
- Assist in stakeholder consultations.
- Support sustainability initiatives.
- Prepare reports and presentations.
- Participate in project meetings and workshops.
- Contribute to monitoring and evaluation activities.
- Perform additional internship assignments as required.
Why Consider a Career with the World Bank Group?
The World Bank Group offers opportunities to work on projects that address global development challenges across infrastructure, education, healthcare, governance, climate change, environmental sustainability, social development, finance, and institutional strengthening.
Working with the organization provides exposure to international best practices, multidisciplinary teams, and projects that have a direct impact on communities across the world. Professional positions, consultancy assignments, and internship programmes also offer valuable experience within an internationally recognized institution.
Application Process
Interested candidates should review the complete job descriptions, eligibility requirements, and application instructions on the World Bank Group careers portal before submitting their applications. Each vacancy has its own application timeline and recruitment process, and applicants are encouraged to apply before the respective closing dates where indicated.
