Team Assistant

Overview

Provide administrative, logistical and operational support to the World Bank Madagascar country office.

You have:

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge and experience working with Microsoft office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.). Ability and willingness to maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
• Exhibits good organizational, problem-solving skills and ability to work competently with minimal supervision. Demonstrates attention to detail and quality.
• Demonstrates flexibility and is receptive to the implementation of new solutions. Is willing to stretch own capability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in French and English, including ability to draft a variety of formal and informal correspondence.
• Ability to retrieve reference materials from various sources (e.g. databases or other filing systems, Internet, etc.)
• Demonstrated initiative and resourcefulness.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural, fast-paced environment.

Team Assistant

Job #: req36488 Organization: World Bank Sector: Administration/Office Support Grade: GB Term Duration: 3 years 0 months Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment Location: Antananarivo,Madagascar Required Language(s): English, French Preferred Language(s): Closing Date: 5/13/2026 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC Description

Do you want to build a career that is truly worthwhile? The World Bank Group (WBG) is a unique global partnership of five institutions driven by a bold vision to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. As one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, we help solve the world’s greatest development challenges. When you join the World Bank Group, you become part of a dynamic, diverse organization with 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide. We work with public and private sector partners, invest in groundbreaking projects, and use data, research, and technology to bring tangible and transformative change around the globe. For more information, visit www.worldbank.org

Eastern and Southern Africa Region:

Home to about 700 million people of Africa’s people, the World Bank’s Eastern and Southern Africa Region is a geographically, culturally and economically diverse region of 26 countries stretching from the Red Sea in the North to the Cape of Good Hope in the South. The World Bank is a dedicated partner for Eastern and Southern African countries, helping them deliver strong development outcomes for their people. A brighter future for Africa is a better future for the world.

To learn more, visit: https://www.worldbank.org/en/region/afr/eastern-and-southern-africa

The AEMMG unit supports the World Bank’s program delivery in Madagascar, working closely with government counterparts, development partners, and internal teams to ensure effective implementation of projects and analytical activities. For more information visit: https://www.worldbank.org/ext/en/country/madagascar

Duties and accountabilities:

The overall purpose of this role is to provide administrative, logistical and operational support to the World Bank Madagascar country office.

The main functions include but are not limited to:

• Provide full administrative support to the team, including calendar management, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements.

• Support the team with preparation and implementation of World Bank (WB) projects and activities according to the WB procedures.

• Draft routine correspondence (standard letters, memos, presentations, and meeting materials) in French and English, confirming to the organization’s standards, using proper grammar, punctuation, style.

• Support mission planning, logistics, and follow up actions for internal and external meetings.

• Serve as a first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders and respond to routine inquiries.

• Collect and input data provided by Task Team Leaders into WB systems.

• Maintain filing systems, databases, and document management in line with WBG standards.

• Support procurement, invoicing, and administrative processes, ensuring compliance with WBG policies.

• Serve as back-up to other colleagues on administrative tasks.

Selection Criteria

Attention: 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.

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Technology and systems knowledge - Demonstrates advanced knowledge and experience working with Microsoft office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.). Ability and willingness to maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

• Project and task management - Exhibits good organizational, problem-solving skills and ability to work competently with minimal supervision. Demonstrates attention to detail and quality. Has ability to manage multiple tasks and complete tasks within agreed schedule.

• Versatility and adaptability - Demonstrates flexibility and is receptive to the implementation of new solutions. Is willing to stretch own capability. Demonstrates motivation to avail and adapt oneself to effecting change.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in French and English, including ability to draft a variety of formal and informal correspondence, proofread and edit materials.

• Ability to retrieve reference materials from various sources (e.g. databases or other filing systems, Internet, etc.)

• Demonstrated initiative and resourcefulness.

• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural, fast paced environment.

• Experience working in international organizations or multicultural environments will be an asset.

WBG Culture Attributes:

1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders. 2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact. 3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.

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.

Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC including our values and inspiring stories.

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