Are you passionate about global development and want to contribute meaningfully to building a more inclusive and resilient world? The World Bank Group (WBG) offers a unique opportunity to be part of one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries. With a global footprint across 120+ offices and 189 member countries, the World Bank strives to end extreme poverty and promote shared prosperity through partnerships, research, data, and innovative solutions to pressing global challenges.
As part of this mission, the Fragility, Conflict, and Violence (FCV) Group plays a pivotal role in shaping the World Bank’s response to some of the most complex developmental contexts. In line with its 2020–2025 FCV Strategy, the World Bank is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to serve as a Senior Operations Officer – FCV Country Coordinator in Nairobi, Kenya. This international recruitment targets a seasoned professional who can lead and support operations in fragile and conflict-affected environments across the AECE2 Country Management Unit (CMU), covering Somalia, Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda.
Position Overview
- Job Title: Senior Operations Officer – FCV Country Coordinator
- Job #: req32453
- Organization: World Bank
- Sector: Operations
- Grade: GG
- Term Duration: 3 Years
- Recruitment Type: International
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya
- Language Requirement: English
- Closing Date: April 10, 2025, at 11:59 PM UTC
About the FCV Group
The FCV Group is the institutional hub responsible for coordinating, implementing, and mainstreaming the World Bank’s FCV Strategy. Comprised of approximately 45 staff globally and led by a Director, the FCV Group works to:
- Provide hands-on operational support to country and task teams
- Facilitate learning and innovation in FCV settings
- Coordinate internal systems and adapt procedures for FCV contexts
- Ensure knowledge sharing and learning from project implementation in fragile regions
AECE2 Country Management Unit (Somalia, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda)
This CMU faces diverse FCV-related risks, including:
- Cross-border instability
- Localized conflict and subnational fragility
- High levels of forced displacement
- Climate shocks
The FCV Group’s role is to provide analytical and strategic support to enhance the quality and sensitivity of operations in these countries. The successful candidate will spearhead this work from Nairobi.
Key Responsibilities
As the Senior Operations Officer, you will report directly to the GTFS2 Practice Manager (full line) and the Country Manager for Somalia (dotted line). Your primary responsibilities include:
Strategic and Operational Leadership
- Lead FCV Group’s strategic, operational, and analytical engagement for the AECE2 CMU
- Provide hands-on implementation support across projects, especially in Somalia and Kenya
- Manage and operationalize the Somalia FCV Risk Platform, including risk updates and mitigation strategies
Country-Specific Engagement
- Somalia:
- Operationalize the Somalia Country Partnership Framework (FY24–28)
- Lead implementation of the IDA Turn Around Allocation (TAA) to strengthen resilience and drive transition out of fragility
- Kenya:
- Support projects under the NEDI Initiative addressing spatial inequalities
- Oversee the forced displacement agenda through the IDA Window for Host Communities and Refugees
- Uganda:
- Conduct risk monitoring and mitigation support for FCV-sensitive operations
- Rwanda:
- Collaborate on region-wide analyses and coordinate inputs for country frameworks
Analytical and Technical Support
- Provide tailored political economy and FCV analysis for CMUs and task teams
- Strengthen delivery in insecure areas by linking operational support with localized conflict and political risk profiles
- Coordinate digital supervision tools (e.g., Geo-Enabling initiative for Monitoring and Supervision – GEMS) for portfolio oversight
- Facilitate portfolio mapping and enhanced implementation support using digital technologies
Corporate & Stakeholder Engagement
- Contribute to corporate deliverables, knowledge-sharing, and best practices
- Support strategic documents such as CPFs, PLRs, CCDRs, and CPSDs
- Engage with a wide array of stakeholders including:
- Internally: Regional Integration, Global Practices, Security, Legal, ECR, IFC, DFI
- Externally: UN agencies, bilateral donors, humanitarian and peacebuilding actors, and think tanks
Selection Criteria
To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate must demonstrate the following:
- A Master’s degree in economics, public policy, international development, political science, or a related field
- At least 8 years of relevant experience, especially in FCV contexts
- In-depth understanding of fragility and conflict dynamics, and experience translating this into programmatic and strategic outputs
- Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and coordinate complex initiatives in high-pressure environments
- Experience in stakeholder engagement, both within international institutions and with external partners
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
- Analytical and research excellence, particularly in producing FCV and political economy analyses
- Experience as a task team leader in World Bank operations and familiarity with Bank procedures
- Excellent written and spoken English, with an ability to present complex issues clearly and persuasively
- Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative in complex situations
World Bank Core Competencies
Candidates are expected to embody the World Bank Group Core Competencies, which include:
- Delivering results in complex environments
- Collaborating within teams and across boundaries
- Innovating and adapting
- Managing risk and complexity
- Building relationships and influencing
Why Join the World Bank?
By joining the World Bank, you’ll be part of a dynamic and inclusive work culture. Employees benefit from:
- Comprehensive medical, life, and disability insurance
- Robust retirement plans
- Generous parental and paid leave
- Flexible and supportive work arrangements
- An inclusive, equal-opportunity environment promoting diversity
To learn more about the World Bank and its values, please visit www.worldbank.org.
How to Apply
The application deadline is April 10, 2025, at 11:59 PM UTC. This is an international recruitment and is open to qualified candidates globally. For more information and to submit your application:
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Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Ensure that your application reflects the required experience and aligns with the role’s core functions.
