Associate Operations Analyst

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Tunisia has known a sustained transition to democracy and an ambitious political reform agenda since the 2011 revolution. In 2016, the Government of Tunisia adopted the Five-Year Development Plan 2016–2020, followed by the Economic and Social Roadmap 2018–2020. In May 2018, the first free and open municipal elections were held. The World Bank Group (WBG) has provided significant support to Tunisia to face the econom-ic challenges resulting from the political and security situation and to improve its economic governance, foster private sector led growth, reform the social protection system and reduce regional inequalities. The overall environment for private sector development remains difficult as a result of regulatory burdens, the slow implementation of reforms, and infrastructure bot-tlenecks. The WBG’s Country Engagement is country-led and composed of four components: the Sys-tematic Country Diagnostic (SCD), which provides the analytic underpinnings; the Country Partnership Framework (CPF), which articulates the WBG’s country programs, drawing on the SCD; the Performance and Learning Review (PLR), which is used periodically to update the Country Partnership Framework-CPF; and the Completion and Learning Review (CLR), which is prepared when the CPF is complete to inform the next CPF. Two years after the approval of the CPF (CPF FY16-20), the Board of Directors of the World Bank approved the PLR for Tunisia (May 2018) – a review of the implementation progress, in terms of its delivery and relevance of its objectives to the socio-economic agenda. The PLR extended the implementation period of the CPF by one additional year (2021). In preparation of the new cycle, the World Bank teams will perform a CLR exercise, to draw out lessons learned from the implementation experience of the previous CPF and in time to inform the de-sign of the follow-on CPF.

Under the direct supervision of the Country Manager, the Associate Operations Analyst will undertake the following tasks: • Support to the Tunisia Completion and Learning Report (CLR) exercise. The completed report is presented to the decision draft of the next Country Partnership Framework-(CPF) and is reviewed at the decision meeting as a part of the engagement package. • Support the team in monitoring the progress of the CPF indicators towards completion in line with the CPF pillars and objectives. This includes data collection and update of the target objective indicators of the Performance Learning Report (PLR) Results Framework. • Participate in and support the preparation and review of related documentations. • As part of the team, participate in operations activities (e.g. investment project portfolio reviews, implementation support, projects supervision meetings), research as well as assessments. • Support the team in the development of an effective new CPF. • Support administrative tasks including meeting minutes, briefs, presentations.

• Adaptability and Flexibility;
• Building Trust;
• Client Orientation;
• Commitment and Motivation;
• Commitment to Continuous Learning;
• Communication;
• Creativity;
• Empowering Others;
• Ethics and Values;
• Integrity;
• Knowledge Sharing;
• Planning and Organizing;
• Professionalism;
• Respect for Diversity;
• Self-Management;
• Technological Awareness.

• Demonstrated interest and/or experience (ideally one year) in public policy, international development and/or economics. • Knowledge of (or interest to learn about) the Tunisia country context, including political landscape, economy and social issues. • Analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to apply these in carrying out research and operational tasks, identifying issues, presenting findings and contributing to resolution of issues. • Capacity to work simultaneously on a variety of issues and tasks, independently adjusting to priorities and achieving results with agreed objectives and deadlines • Ability to perform a broad range of program management tasks in the work unit, e.g. monitoring the progress of country strategy, reviewing project reports, following up on deliveries from sectorial teams…etc. • Excellent communication skills, both in writing (including editing) as well as oral, and ability to produce high quality written materials. • Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded.

Tunisia, the smallest country of the North African coast, with a population of slightly over 10 million of which about 60% live in urban locations, has one of the highest living standards on the continent. Tunis is the capital of the country and the largest city (population of approximately two million in and outside the city proper). As a small country, all destinations within Tunisia can be reached in a day drive. Tunisia borders with Libya (Southeast) and with Algeria (West). Tunisia has a Mediterranean climate. Along the coast of northern Tunisia, summers are hot and dry, and winters are warm and rainy. In the northwest, there is occasional snowfall in the mountains. In southern Tunisia, it is hotter and drier. Southern Tunisia, where the Sahara begins, is semi-desert. In some parts, there are oases with giant palm trees and small market gardens. Religion: About 99 percent of the population is Muslim, especially Sunni Islam, as it is the major and state religion. Tunisia has also a small Christian population, composed of Roman Catholics, members of the Greek Orthodox Church, and French and English Protestants. In addition, there is a small population of Sephardic Jews. Economy: The country does not have vast stocks of hydrocarbons like its neighbours Algeria and Libya but has prospered under long-standing government policies to develop manufacturing, tourism, and agriculture. At the same time, social programs limit population growth, provide a high standard of education, and ensure a relatively decent standard of living for all. The largest percentage of Tunisia’s exports are agricultural and mining products, which generate over 11 billion dollars a year. Tunisia's biggest export partners are France and Italy. Tunisia is a member of the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development (AFESD), the Arab Monetary Fund, and the Union of the Arab Maghreb (UMA). Public transportation: In addition to the private taxi services, the state runs a reliable and cost-effective public transport system. Safety and security: The crime rate is low, but there have been cases of theft. Walking alone during daylight hours is permitted, but you may want to be more careful at night. Tunisia is still undergoing a critical period of democratic and social transition. The heated political debate has, at times, developed into a localized confrontation among ideological opponents. Although these tensions are unrelated to foreigners, it is nevertheless important to remain updated on the political situation. Therefore, security advice is sent systematically by UNDSS and UNHCR security staff. Since 2015, there have not been terrorist attacks in Tunisia.