E T Consultant (IT Workforce Engagement & Development)

E T Consultant (IT Workforce Engagement & Development) Job Details Job #: req37207 Organization: World Bank Sector: Information Technology Grade: EC2 Term Duration: 1 year Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment Location: Washington, DC, United States Required Language(s): English Preferred Language(s): English Closing Date: 6/30/2026 at 11:59pm UTC Key Responsibilities Employee Engagement & Culture Initiatives Design and implement ITS-wide employee engagement strategies aligned with organizational priorities. Develop and manage engagement programs including recognition initiatives, listening campaigns, and staff forums. Support leadership in fostering a culture of psychological safety, collaboration, and continuous feedback. Partner across regions to ensure a consistent yet locally relevant engagement approach. Internal Communications Strategy & Execution Develop and execute a structured ITS internal communications strategy aligned with key initiatives. Draft leadership messages, newsletters, townhall materials, and intranet content. Ensure messaging is clear, consistent, and tailored to stakeholders. Establish communication governance and editorial calendars. Change Management & Organizational Alignment Lead communication and engagement components of transformation initiatives. Design and implement change communication plans. Facilitate workshops and feedback sessions to reinforce key messages. Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership Support Partner with ITSBA leadership, HR, and ITS management teams. Provide advisory support on communication and engagement strategies. Support leadership forums, townhalls, and key events. Engagement Insights & Reporting Design mechanisms to gather employee feedback such as surveys and listening sessions. Analyze engagement data and provide actionable insights. Develop dashboards tracking engagement metrics and communication effectiveness. Selection Criteria Education & Experience: Master’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s degree with 7 years of experience. Engagement & Communications: Experience in employee engagement, internal communications, or agile culture transformation, with strong stakeholder engagement skills. Organizational Change: Proven experience working in organizational change and transformation environments. Employee Engagement Practices: Experience designing and implementing engagement initiatives (e.g., campaigns, events, surveys, recognition programs), with understanding of employee experience principles and participation drivers. Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to use data to inform decisions; proficiency in Excel and/or Power BI. Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Technology & Tools: Understanding of the IT landscape and use of digital tools to enhance engagement. Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Teams, Zoom, Webex, and collaboration platforms. Experience with SharePoint site design and management. Familiarity with digital engagement tools and AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot). Project & Delivery Skills: Strong project management and organizational skills, with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. Teamwork & Agility: Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, geographically dispersed teams. Agile Practices: Familiarity with Agile and SAFe frameworks, including facilitating ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, stand‑ups, retrospectives, reviews). WBG Culture Attributes Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders. Thoughtful risk‑taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results. Extended Term Appointment Policy : As per WBG policy, an Extended Term (ET) appointment is subject to a lifetime maximum of three (3) years. Former and current ET staff who have completed or are in the process of completing their third‑year ET appointment are not eligible for future ET appointments. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr