Description

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 2022, IFC committed a record $32.8 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economies grapple with the impacts of global compounding crises. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.

IFC’s Human Resources (HR) Department provides strategic partnership to the business to develop and implement workforce strategies and meet organizational goals, including attracting, developing, and deploying diverse and skilled talent.

•  Client Services – offers strategic HR partnership, program implementation, support, and solutions to staff and management globally.
•  Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – supports the organization to build a diverse workforce, embrace equity, and foster an inclusive workplace.
•  Employment Framework and Recruitment – develops and supports HR strategy, policies/procedures, communications, and knowledge management; drives HR initiatives, such as staff engagement and Board reporting; and delivers recruitment solutions.
•  Talent and Incentives – designs best practice HR solutions in onboarding, mentoring, career management and mobility, performance/talent management, incentives and awards, and leadership development.

Overview of Role:

The DEI Project Officer (HR Officer) will be responsible for continuously identifying and implementing initiatives related to the 3 strategic priorities identified by the DEI Council in FY22 – Gender Equality, Data-Driven Accountability, and Inclusive Leadership – as critical to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace culture. The primary responsibilities will be to manage the initiatives and activities of the IFC DEI Council, support the Program Manager on communications to the Council Co-Chairs (Vice-President level) on the progress and deliverables of the Council; develop presentations for leadership teams to enable evidence based decision-making, which provide a compelling story using insights derived from data; advise and support HQ and Country Offices with information on corporate DEI initiatives and policies in addition to identify how they can be customized to a local market; provide data and analytics support to ensure the timely and effective monitoring of progress against VPU KPIs; and leverage external best practices in DEI to implement across IFC’s global footprint.

Reporting structure:

The DEI Project Officer (HR Officer) will report to the DEI Program Manager. The DEI team is located within the HR department. The DEI Program Manager reports directly to the Corporate Functions’ Vice President with dotted line reporting to the Managing Director’s Office.

Primary Responsibilities:
•  Build and deepen relationships with DEI VPU Advocates and Country Office to share knowledge and identify opportunities of collaboration in the regions
•  Prioritize and develop project plans, implementation plans and scope documents for initiatives aligned to DEI’s 3 strategic priorities
•  Manage project resources (time, people, money) so that projects are delivered on time and budget
•  Identify and propose management plans for risks, issues, decisions, and dependencies on projects
•  Extract data from automated dashboards and Excel to develop slides with a compelling narrative for managerial audiences
•  Operationalize the governance framework for the DEI Council (e.g. update Terms of Reference, onboard/offboard members, conduct succession planning, etc.)
•  Prepare materials for bimonthly DEI council meetings including agenda for meetings, presentations, action items and facilitate the meetings
•  Develop and deliver presentations to new staff during onboarding at IFC and at HR department
•  Manage the delivery of Annual DEI council retreat by developing the agenda, panel questions, working with facilitators and delivering presentations
•  Collaborate with Program Leads (e.g. Leadership Development, Recruitment, Compensation, etc.) and HRBPs to integrate DEI practices into HR processes
•  Act as a DEI subject matter expert by providing content for board reports, annual reports, employee engagement communications and other HR reports/communications
•  Keep abreast of leading practices in DEI within the private sector and International Organizations and share ideas for continuous improvement and innovation

Selection Criteria

•  Master’s degree or higher and relevant experience in equity and diversity, social justice, Race/Ethnic Studies, human rights/justice, student affairs/higher education
•  Minimum of 5-7 years of project management experience, ideally from a consulting/professional services firm. PMP certification is highly desirable and/or interest in completing a certification program
•  Minimum 3-5 years working in DEI in a global organization
•  HR certification is highly desirable and/or interest in completing a certification program
•  Ability to develop high impact presentations informed by data driven insights
•  Provision of clear and concise reporting on progress updates, risks, issues, decisions and dependencies on projects
•  Experience advising and managing the work of committees
•  Proven track record in motivating cross-functional teams
•  Strong ability to partner and maintain collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders at all levels across multiple departments and Vice-Presidential Units
•  Demonstrated ability to apply policy directives to the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of initiatives
•  Self-awareness and self-management of emotions in stressful situations
•  Sound professional judgment when handling sensitive, highly politicized discussions in group and individual settings

Additional Selection Criteria (Preferred):
•  A deep understanding of the issues facing underrepresented populations through lived experience or work experience

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.

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