E T Temporary

E T Temporary

Build a career with impact. Working at the World Bank Group (WBG) provides a unique opportunity to help countries solve their greatest development challenges. As one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, the WBG is a unique partnership of five global institutions dedicated to ending poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, the WBG works with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges.

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2025, IFC committed a record $71.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging private sector solutions, and mobilizing private capital to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet.

The Cairo Country Office supports IFC's growing program in Egypt and the broader region. The Team Assistant will provide integrated administrative, operational, and coordination support, ensuring efficient delivery of the country program, strong client engagement, and high-quality execution of IFC activities.

The ETT will:

• Ensure smooth day-to-day administrative and operational support to the Country Office and project teams.
• Facilitate efficient coordination of missions, events, and business development activities.
• Strengthen document management, follow-up, and workflow tracking.
• Support internal and external stakeholder engagement.

Administrative & Operational Support:

• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate complex agendas across teams and stakeholders.
• Organize travel arrangements, including mission logistics and schedules.
• Monitor workflows, track deliverables, and ensure timely follow-up on actions.
• Maintain organized filing systems (electronic and physical) and databases.
• Process routine administrative tasks, including payments, expenses.

Coordination & Client Interface:

• Serve as a first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, exercising discretion and judgment.
• Liaise with government counterparts, private sector clients, and partners on logistical and administrative matters.
• Follow up with clients on documentation, meetings, and operational requirements.
• Coordinate across World Bank Group teams and administrative staff.

Events, Missions, and Engagements:

• Organize and support high-level events, workshops, conferences, and official visits.
• Manage logistics including venues, invitations, agenda materials, and follow-ups.
• Support visiting missions and senior management engagements.
• Ensure timely preparation and clearance of briefing materials.

Documentation, Knowledge Management & Procurement Support:

• Draft, format, and edit correspondence, reports, presentations, and minutes.
• Support translation (English/Arabic) as needed.
• Assist in preparation of Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Statements of Work (SOWs), and related documentation and contracts.
• Liaise with vendors and service providers on administrative processes.

Team Support and Flexibility:

• Provide backup support to other Team / Program Assistants as needed.
• Contribute to office-wide initiatives and team deliverables.
• Flexibility to work outside regular office hours may be required on occasion to meet deadlines or support time-sensitive activities.
• Perform ad hoc tasks in line with business needs.

Preference will be given to local talent, that is, applicants who are authorized to work in the duty station for any employer. Internal applicants may apply per existing guidelines.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience in administration, operations, or program support
• Experience in international organizations or development institutions is an advantage.

Technical

Skills:

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with document management and administrative systems
• Ability to produce high-quality written materials and presentations.

Functional

Competencies:

• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with senior stakeholders
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.

Core Competencies:

• Client Orientation:
  Builds relationships and responds effectively to stakeholders
• Drive for Results:
  Takes ownership and ensures timely delivery
• Teamwork:
  Collaborates across teams and contributes to collective…