Overview
The Senior Digital Specialist will lead the development, design, preparation, and supervision of World Bank Group financed digital and AI related investment and policy reform programs in client countries. The role involves advising clients on strategies and best practices for digital economies and leading policy dialogue with senior officials.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development, design, preparation and supervision of World Bank Group financed digital and AI related investment and policy reform programs.
- Advise clients on strategies, best practices and design of programs to develop the foundations of their digital economies.
- Lead policy dialogue with senior officials of client countries, regional institutions, private sector/industry, and development partner agencies.
- Provide technical expertise and advice on a range of ICT policy and regulatory issues.
- Provide technical expertise and advice on policy, institutional reform, project development and execution to support the digitization of public administration and public services delivery.
- Liaise and provide guidance to colleagues working in other sectors on how to leverage digital technologies.
- Develop innovative and practical approaches to solving difficult policy and operational issues.
- Lead publication of analytical papers, best practice notes and reports on policy and regulation in the digital sector.
- Oversee and ensure highest quality of economic and financial analysis.
Required Experience
Minimum 8 years of relevant professional experience in digital transformation, digital and AI policy, law and regulation, or technology-driven development programs, including substantial experience in leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
Qualifications
Master’s degree or equivalent (PhD preferred) in information technology, computer science, engineering, economics, public policy, law, or related field.