Director, Gender and Economic Inclusion Solutions Job at IFC Systems Corporation
Director, Gender and Economic Inclusion Solutions
Description
IFC – a member of the World Bank Group – is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work with more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2022, we invested $31.5 billion in private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity. Gender is a cross-cutting corporate priority for IFC, as highlighted in the World Bank Group’s Gender Strategy. IFC is deeply committed to advancing gender equality and inclusion as laid out in IFC’s 3.0 strategy that also underpin the Capital Increase.
IFC is seeking to recruit a Director for a newly established Gender and Economic Inclusion Solutions Department (GEIS), based in Washington D.C. The position reports to the Vice President of Cross-Cutting Solutions.
GEIS will drive IFC’s work on gender and economic inclusion and offer a wide range of expertise to help private and select public sector clients move the needle on gender equality and inclusion. The Department will have almost 70 staff and consultants based in more than twenty countries. She/he will be a leader who can inspire and deliver results for IFC in close collaboration with the rest of the World Bank Group.
The Director will work closely with the Gender and Economic Inclusion Group manager. Together the team will work with IFC’s investment and advisory colleagues across the regions and industries to support private and select public sector clients in providing all genders and underserved communities with equal economic opportunities as leaders, employees, entrepreneurs, consumers, and community members. In addition, GEIS will develop research on the business case and solutions for reducing gender and inclusion gaps; lead strategy development and implementation for the organization, provide client advice, support mobilization through impact investing and sustainable financing; and forge public and private sector partnerships. The Director will have a major responsibility in promoting and maintaining IFC’s leadership position in gender equality and inclusion.
To better inform clients and staff in furthering the gender equality agenda, the Director will, in conjunction with the Economics Vice Presidency, develop a body of knowledge consisting of research, analytical pieces and gender- disaggregated data. In implementing the knowledge agenda, the Director will work together with the global academic community and relevant think tanks. The Director will be the IFC interface with the World Bank, supporting a World Bank Group perspective on gender issues with a private sector lens.
The Director of the GEIS will work as part of IFC leadership team to ensure solutions on gender and economic inclusion are implemented effectively across the organization as well as support all aspects of IFC’s business strategy. This role will ensure IFC can bring gender and economic inclusion products and services to current and potential IFC clients.
Duties and Accountabilities
- Provide inspiration and leadership to Gender and Economic Inclusion Department staff in fulfilling cross-cutting corporate priority for IFC laid out in IFC’s 3.0 strategy and the World Bank Group’s Gender Strategy – ensuring the effective delivery of IFC’s gender smart investments and advice and offering a wide range of expertise to help private and public sector clients move the needle on gender equality and inclusion.
- Conduct knowledge/research work that enhances understanding of how market conditions and private investment affect gender outcomes; develop a work program liaising with academia and think tanks.
- Lead the IFC efforts to update the World Bank Group’s Gender Strategy and execution across various products and solutions. Cooperate closely with leadership of WB and MIGA gender and economic inclusion teams.
- Provide leadership and work together across IFC regional and industry departments to ensure efficient delivery of IFC’s annual investment and advisory program KPIs.
- Provide clear guidance and advice to staff in policy formulation, support investment transactions, coordinate and implement a comprehensive gender advisory services program.
- Maintain relevant and high-quality expertise amongst staff so that department is recognized as a center of excellence providing value to clients.
- Help maintain and promote IFC’s position as a leader in gender equality and inclusion.
- Build and maintain partnerships and relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, both internal and external, to ensure the strategy and available solutions are understood and implemented.
- Be a key spokesperson for IFC and the World Bank Group on gender equality and inclusion issues, both at the client level and more broadly in other forums, such as conferences, institutional events, etc.
Selection Criteria
- A Master’s degree or equivalent in economics, business or social-development related discipline or related fields and at least 20 years of work experience in a similar organization.
- Direct senior leadership experience in Gender and/or Economic Inclusion field, particularly in a private sector context, is strongly preferred
- Be committed to development and have a proven track record showing alignment with the World Bank Group and IFC's mission, strategy, and values.
- Demonstrated ability to produce research/analytical pieces on important gender issues through a business perspective. Strong analytical skills are essential to the role.
- Demonstrated track record of sustained high quality service delivery and risk management in a growing business.
- Demonstrated track record of cross selling products from multiple departments in a decentralized environment. Experience with engaging donors to support gender initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically, develop innovative solutions and challenge the status quo to build IFC’s business. Demonstrated ability and willingness to make sound business decisions.
- Must be a role model with unquestionable integrity, strong work ethic, and commitment to diversity and IFC’s mission and values.
- Have the ability to represent IFC to key external clients, government authorities, other stakeholders, and critics.
- Be willing to travel as and where necessary.
- Meet World Bank Group-wide managerial competencies - Courage of your Convictions, Leading the Team for Impact, Influencing Across Boundaries, Fostering Openness to New Ideas, Building Talent for the Future.
World Bank Group Core Competencies
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.
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