Senior Digital & AI Program Lead

The World Bank Group; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 24,965,000 - 41,609,000; Full time

Job summary

World Bank Group in Islamabad seeks a Senior Digital Specialist to advance Pakistan's digital and AI agenda. The role involves designing, implementing and supervising digital investments, data governance, and inclusive public services, in collaboration with the Digital and AI unit and the Country Management Unit.

The candidate will lead policy dialogues, foster private sector participation, and ensure gender and inclusion are integrated across all engagements.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in telecommunications, engineering, computer science, business administration, economics, public policy or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in ICT / Digital Economy policy and regulation.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and supervision of World Bank Group financed digital and AI projects in Pakistan.
• Advise clients on ICT policy, regulation and institutional reform.
• Lead policy dialogue with senior officials and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with regional teams to mobilize private capital and partnerships.
• Integrate gender and inclusion considerations across digital engagements.

Education

Master's degree in telecommunications, engineering, computer science, business administration, economics, public policy or related field

Job description

World Bank Group in Islamabad seeks a Senior Digital Specialist to advance Pakistan's digital and AI agenda. The role involves designing, implementing and supervising digital investments, data governance, and inclusive public services, in collaboration with the Digital and AI unit and the Country Management Unit.

The candidate will lead policy dialogues, foster private sector participation, and ensure gender and inclusion are integrated across all engagements.