Executive Assistant to the CEO — Global Environment

World Bank Group; Washington; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The World Bank Group seeks a Special Assistant to provide high-level strategic, diplomatic, and operational support to the Chief Executive Officer. The role requires managing engagements, priorities, and relationships across the GEF Secretariat and wider partnership in a fast-moving, international environment.

The successful candidate will act as the trusted first contact for the CEO’s office, coordinating with senior officials, tracking commitments, and preparing concise briefing materials and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in international relations, economic development, public policy, business administration, diplomacy, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of eight years of relevant professional experience with progression in responsibility.
• Excellent written and spoken English; fluency in an additional relevant language is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the CEO’s relationships with senior government authorities, heads of GEF Agencies, leaders of multilateral organizations, and other senior stakeholders.
• Prepare briefing materials, profiles, agendas, and follow-up notes for bilateral meetings and high-level engagements.
• Accompany the CEO to selected events and coordinate with host institutions and teams.
• Coordinate and organize the CEO’s agenda, ensuring priorities and travel needs are anticipated and sequenced effectively.
• Draft and coordinate executive materials, correspondence, meeting records, and speaking points as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and build effective relationships across the Secretariat and external partners.

Skills

Diplomatic judgment

Organization

Time management

Multitasking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Job description

The World Bank Group seeks a Special Assistant to provide high-level strategic, diplomatic, and operational support to the Chief Executive Officer. The role requires managing engagements, priorities, and relationships across the GEF Secretariat and wider partnership in a fast-moving, international environment.

The successful candidate will act as the trusted first contact for the CEO’s office, coordinating with senior officials, tracking commitments, and preparing concise briefing materials and