IFC Global Internship Program - Nairobi, Kenya - World Bank Group

Description

The World Bank Group (WBG) is a family of five international organizations that make leveraged loans to developing countries.

It is the largest and most famous development bank in the world and is an observer at the United Nations Development Group.

Summary
IFC's Africa department is seeking an intern as part of our Global Internship Program (GIP).

The Global Internship Program (GIP) offers highly motivated individuals an opportunity to be exposed to the mission and work of IFC and the broader World Bank Group and become part of the largest private sector development institution in the world.

The program encourages individuals to bring new perspectives and innovative ideas to IFC's work, while improving skills in a diverse and highly stimulating environment.

Moreover, the Global Internship Program provides a unique opportunity to exchange ideas and network with international professionals dedicated to ending extreme poverty and boosting prosperity in the developing world.

Duties and Accountabilities:
Undertaking data analysis on IFC portfolio
Deep dive analysis into key fragility themes such as conflict and violence and forced displacement
Support on analysis around business development
Mapping of domestic private sector and program reporting.

Selection Criteria

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a Master's degree level program

Preferred field of study:
Economics, Social Sciences
2-3 years of previous work experience
Fluency in English
High level of Excel and Tableau capacity
Proficiency with PowerPoint and data visualization tools

Strong knowledge of key fragility themes in Africa, fragile and conflict affected situations, and challenges around private sector investment in African frontier markets.

Fluency in French preferred