Model Risk Officer - Global Validation & AI

The World Bank Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The World Bank Group seeks a Risk Officer to join the Model Risk function in CROVP based in Washington, DC. The role focuses on independent validation, building quantitative models, and governance in a globally distributed environment.

Required advanced quantitative training and at least five years in model validation or risk modelling, with strong programming skills (Python/C++). An international recruitment focuses on rigorous risk oversight and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree required in a quantitative field (PhD or Master’s).
• Minimum 5 years in model validation, financial modelling, or risk management in a large financial org.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent validation of models in the CROMR inventory with governance compliance.
• Develop production-grade models using Python across risk areas with robust data infrastructure.
• Maintain and document the analytics library for on-demand validation and support.
• Collaborate with model development teams to apply validation standards.
• Support model governance activities and monitor validation status.

Skills

Python

C++

Model validation

Quantitative modelling

Risk management

Communication

Education

Advanced degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Physics, or related quantitative discipline

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

The World Bank Group seeks a Risk Officer to join the Model Risk function in CROVP based in Washington, DC. The role focuses on independent validation, building quantitative models, and governance in a globally distributed environment.

Required advanced quantitative training and at least five years in model validation or risk modelling, with strong programming skills (Python/C++). An international recruitment focuses on rigorous risk oversight and stakeholder engagement.