Procurement Practice Lead, Latin America & Caribbean

World Bank Group; Washington; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The World Bank Group seeks a Practice Manager for its regional procurement unit within the Prosperity Practice Group, based in Washington, DC. You will lead procurement operations across diverse countries, shaping policy, and driving reform to deliver value for borrowers.

Qualifications include an advanced degree and extensive procurement reform experience, with fluency in English and Spanish. The role emphasizes leadership, stakeholder engagement, and strategic talent development across

Qualifications

• Advanced degree required.
• Deep technical expertise in procurement including fiduciary skills and data analytics.
• Experience driving procurement modernization and reform.
• In-depth knowledge of Bank operations and procurement policy.
• Experience in at least two Bank regions or equivalent.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement systems and fiduciary functions across regional CMUs.
• Ensure consistent application of Procurement Policy Framework; drive reform.
• Identify and deploy knowledge for client problems; foster innovation in procurement.
• Shape and lead the institution’s procurement talent strategy and leadership.
• Lead the Procurement Change Program and adopt modern procurement approaches.
• Foster a culture of learning and innovation to strengthen Bank operations.

Skills

Procurement expertise

Data analytics

Change management

Leadership

Communication

English & Spanish fluency

Education

Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in economics, finance, public finance, financial economics, engineering, management, or law

Tools

e-GP systems

Job description

The World Bank Group seeks a Practice Manager for its regional procurement unit within the Prosperity Practice Group, based in Washington, DC. You will lead procurement operations across diverse countries, shaping policy, and driving reform to deliver value for borrowers.

Qualifications include an advanced degree and extensive procurement reform experience, with fluency in English and Spanish. The role emphasizes leadership, stakeholder engagement, and strategic talent development across