Adviser to the Regional Vice President

World Bank Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 155,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

A global development institution based in Singapore is seeking an Adviser to the Regional Vice President. This key role requires extensive strategic planning, organizational and communication skills to support the Vice President in daily activities. The successful candidate will coordinate various initiatives, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and ensure follow-through on critical decisions. The ideal applicant has a Master's degree, 12 years of experience, and is committed to the values of the organization.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including retirement plan and medical insurance

Equal-opportunity employer policies

Qualifications

• At least 12 years of relevant experience, including 5 years in the World Bank Group.
• Ability to manage workload and prioritize effectively under pressure.
• Proven capacity to work independently with strong organizational and logistical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily workflow of the Vice President's activities and ensure proper briefing.
• Support the Vice President in strategic planning, budgeting, and interdepartmental coordination.
• Prepare and maintain documentation for meetings and ensure follow-through on actions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Diplomatic skills

Education

Masters degree in business, economics, finance, public policy or related fields

Job description

Adviser to the Regional Vice President

Job # : req34871

Organization : IFC

Sector : Advisory Services

Grade : GG

Term Duration : 3 years 0 months

Recruitment Type : International Recruitment

Location : SingaporeSingapore

Required Language(s) : English

Closing Date : 12 / 1 / 2025 (MM / DD / YYYY) at 11 : 59pm UTC

Description

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: IFCs Regional Vice‑President Asia and Pacific (APAC) oversees IFCs engagements in two sub‑regions, East Asia and the Pacific and South Asia. This includes operationalizing IFCs growth strategy (IFC 2030), a systemic approach to stimulating more investment activities, building a strong pipeline for private‑sector investments rooted in country strategies and fostering collaborative opportunities with key stakeholders to maximize impact. The Vice President is part of IFCs senior management and interacts closely with the Board, the World Bank MIGA and external partners.

The Office of the Vice President Asia and Pacific is recruiting an Adviser to the Vice President based in Singapore. The successful candidate will report to the Vice President and work as a core member of the Front Office team. The Adviser assists the Vice President in all aspects of the Vice President’s work and the position provides a unique opportunity to gain an overview of IFCs operations, broader issues of strategy, organization and financial management and to interact with a wide range of people both inside and outside of the Corporation.

Duty and Responsibilities

• The position involves working closely with the Vice President’s leadership team as well as other teams across IFC and the World Bank. The Adviser’s responsibilities include managing the daily workflow of the Vice President’s activities in coordination with the Executive Assistant and other Front Office staff, and ensuring the VP is briefed and aware of important issues.
• Support the VP on all matters relating to the Vice Presidency in coordination with other Front Office colleagues, including setting the VPUs objectives and strategy, board interaction, budgeting, workforce planning and providing analysis and recommendations on issues brought to the VP’s attention.
• Contribute to the review and quality control of key project documents, investment proposals and Board submissions. Identify and help resolve bottlenecks affecting project processing, portfolio supervision and client delivery.
• Prepare and attend meetings with and on behalf of the Vice President; and ensure appropriate follow‑through on subsequent actions, decisions and commitments.
• Prepare regular updates and dashboards for the Vice President on regional delivery performance and key operational issues.
• Work closely with the offices of the VPs for the World Bank, MIGA and other key partners, including ADB, to coordinate on multi‑stakeholder initiatives and projects to tackle development challenges facing the Asia‑Pacific.
• Track and support implementation of corporate and regional initiatives (e.g., Agri‑connect, MSMEs, tourism and health sectors, among others).
• Prepare and/or review correspondence, memoranda, briefings, speeches and draft talking points for a broad spectrum of occasions, and work closely with communications staff.
• Closely interact with IFC Management Team members and their staff and coordinate with them about important strategic or tactical issues.
• Maintain regular contact – both informally and formally – with a wide range of staff, including directors and managers, as well as the front‑office staff of other IFC VPs and MDs, to stay abreast of emerging issues requiring the Vice‑President’s attention.
• Represent the VPU as needed in ad‑hoc working groups or task forces.

Selection Criteria

• Masters degree in business, economics, finance, public policy or other relevant fields.
• At least 12 years of relevant experience and five years of experience in the WBG.
• Ability to handle a large workload, balance and prioritize competing demands under high‑pressure and quickly respond to complex demands.
• A proven ability to work independently with demonstrated organizational, analytical and logistical skills, with an eye for detail.
• Capacity to follow up systematically and efficiently on a broad set of initiatives and decisions.
• Strong initiative and record of high performance with low supervisory requirements to function effectively as a team member within an unstructured and pressured work environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and diplomatic skills, a high degree of tact and discretion in dealing with internal and external clients, staff and managers at all levels, and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Commitment to the World Bank Group’s and IFC’s mission, strategy and values.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• A clear understanding of WBG’s Operational Procedures, Principles, Policies and Guidelines and other day‑to‑day processes.
• Flexibility in work hours as needed to accommodate the heavy demands and pace of operations.

WBG Culture Attributes

• Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
• Thoughtful risk‑taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact.
• Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.

World Bank Group Core Competencies and Benefits

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.

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