The World Bank Jobs E T Consultant

March 16, 2023 admin

The World Bank Jobs E T Consultant

Organization: The World Bank

Position: E T Consultant
Location: Islamabad, Pakistan

Selection Criteria

Master’s degree or higher in engineering, energy planning, economics, business administration, finance or other energy related field.
At least 5 years of relevant experience in public policy, government, the private sector, or in a development organization in Pakistan, with demonstrated track record of analytical and advisory work relating to Pakistan’s energy sector.
Good understanding of preparing and implementing energy infrastructure projects with multilateral banks, bilateral agencies or the private sector with a demonstrated track record in energy operations in at least one of the following areas: utility financial and governance reforms, utility reforms involving public-private partnerships, transmission and distribution, energy efficiency, energy access, and renewable energy development.
Exposure to energy sector policy dialogue in government, industry and other energy sector stakeholders.
Demonstrated track record of building and maintaining networks and relationships.
High level of energy, initiative and flexibility in quickly adjusting to changing work program requirements.
Consistent track record of teamwork and ability to produce high-quality results and outputs with minimal supervision.
Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to build strong partnerships with clients and colleagues across units and departmental boundaries in a multi-cultural environment with virtual teams located in different locations.
Experience of energy modeling in Microsoft Excel or other modeling software
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to effectively communicate complex issues in simple terms and to engage in evidence-based dialogue with clients.
Proficiency in spoken and written English and Urdu.

Duties & Accountabilities

Supporting the active policy dialogue with the government, public agencies, development partners, and other stakeholders on strategic energy issues and reforms, underpinned by the ongoing PACE engagement;
Providing analytical inputs and preparing briefings to help inform our analytics and advice, including for externals and internal audiences;
Supporting the identification, preparation and implementation of new lending operations in Pakistan, working with the respective task team leads (TTLs) or co-TTLs;
Playing an active role in delivering the energy team’s Analytical Services & Advisory (ASA) work program, including leading at least one ASA deliverable; this work is likely to involve carrying out procurement of consultancy inputs, supervising the appointed consultants, ensuring client engagement, briefing colleagues, organizing stakeholder consultation events, preparing outputs for publication, dissemination activities, and reporting back to development partners;
Supporting the team in applying for, and reporting against, trust fund resources to support our ASA work;
Coordinating and/or taking part in client capacity building opportunities such as study tours, seminars, and conferences;
Playing an active role within the Pakistan Energy Team, including participation in team meetings, social events, and incoming missions;
Ensuring a close and constructive relationship with the Pakistan Country Management Unit (CMU), including participation in meetings, briefings, and office events;
Supporting the team’s outreach to development partners, academia, think tanks, and civil society organizations, including participation in workshops, panel events, and other opportunities to represent the World Bank and/or present our work or position;
Maintaining a strong working relationship with IFC and MIGA colleagues working on the Pakistan energy sector, including participation in regular update meetings and liaison with individual staff on issues of mutual interest;
Contributing to knowledge management activities within Pakistan, in the South Asia region and within the World Bank’s Energy and Extractives Global Practice that will enhance understanding, knowledge, and experience on energy sector issues, and disseminate knowledge generated from energy sector interventions in Pakistan;