Vacancy title:
Associate Operations Officer

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Banking, Category: Management]

Jobs at:
World Bank

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, September 26 2025

Duty Station:
Rwanda | Kigali | Rwanda

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, September 12 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Build a career with impact. Working at the World Bank Group (WBG) provides a unique opportunity to help countries solve their greatest development challenges. As one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, the WBG is a unique partnership of five global institutions dedicated to ending poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, the WBG works with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges.

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2025, IFC committed a record $71.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging private sector solutions, and mobilizing private capital to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.

The IFC East Africa Department is seeking an Associate Operations Officer to support IFC’s program in Rwanda. The selected candidate will report to and work closely with the Resident Representative for Rwanda (RR) on implementing the country program, driving business development efforts, ensuring day-to-day operations, and supporting the coordination of work across industries and regional teams. The position will be based in Kigali.

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Duties and Responsibilities 

The selected candidate will be primarily responsible for spearheading client and stakeholder engagement, as well as day-to-day operational delivery. Key responsibilities include:

• Drive client and stakeholder engagement, fostering strong relationships with key partners and ensuring effective collaboration across teams.
• Identify and evaluate potential investment partners and high-impact projects in Rwanda, utilizing market research, sector mapping, and financial analysis to assess viability and strategic fit.
• Conduct comprehensive due diligence and market mapping in partnership with IFC investment, advisory, and upstream teams.
• Support the creation of strategic documents, including the Country Partnership Framework (CPF), and contribute to the development of briefs, presentations, company profiles, and case studies for internal and external audiences.
• Compile, analyze, and present data from diverse sources, delivering high-quality reports and presentations tailored for a range of stakeholders.

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• Monitor project progress and consolidate Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive accountability and results.
• Coordinate and support the planning and execution of missions, seminars, and conferences.
• Serve as the primary contact for data, research, and operational support requests, ensuring timely and professional responses.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of IFC’s investment and advisory activities in Rwanda and support portfolio monitoring and reporting.
• Provide general coordination and administrative support for daily operations, upholding the highest standards of professionalism.
• Demonstrate discretion and integrity in handling confidential and sensitive information.

Selection Criteria

• Master’s degree (MBA, Economics, Finance, or related field) and at least five years’ experience in corporate finance, private equity, accounting, or consulting, with a track record in deal sourcing and business development in Rwanda.
• Expertise in financial analysis and familiarity with global and regional financial markets.
• Proven success in identifying, originating, and qualifying new business opportunities, and executing effective stakeholder engagements.

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• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and innovative solutions.
• Strong research, reporting, and presentation skills; proficiency in drafting clear and compelling documents and PowerPoint presentations.
• Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and database management; knowledge of AI tools is an asset.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English; fluency in French or Kinyarwanda is highly desirable.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high-quality outcomes.
• Strong project management abilities, with the capacity to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated diplomacy, tact, and professionalism in interactions with clients, colleagues, and senior leadership.
• Knowledge of IFC and World Bank operations, processes, and systems is an advantage.

WBG Culture Attributes:

1. Sense of Urgency – Anticipating and quickly reacting to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful Risk Taking – Taking informed and thoughtful risks and making courageous decisions to push boundaries for greater impact.
3. Empowerment and Accountability – Engaging with others in an empowered and accountable manner for impactful results.

World Bank Group Core Competencies

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.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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