Refugee Inclusion and Development Specialist

4 days ago


Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya World Bank Group Full time

About the Role


The World Bank Group is seeking a Refugee Inclusion and Development Specialist to join its Kenya team. This role will play a critical part in advancing refugee inclusion and host community development through policy engagement, financing, and partnerships.

Key Responsibilities


This position will have a dual reporting structure, allowing for effective engagement as part of the Kenya Country Management Unit (CMU) team and strategic alignment with Bank-wide forced displacement initiatives. The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership on the forced displacement agenda in Kenya by:

• Supporting the implementation of the IDA20 Window for Host Communities and Refugees (WHR), as well as other relevant initiatives

• Guiding project design through collaboration with the CMU, Fragility, Conflict, and Violence (FCV) Country Coordinator, and task teams to integrate learning, evidence, and evolving needs on the ground

• Advising on project implementation, including leading support missions to refugee-hosting areas, overseeing performance reviews, and monitoring activities, with a focus on timely course corrections

• Leading key analytical, knowledge, and advisory activities, including country-level studies on forced displacement

Supporting an Informed and Continuous Policy Dialogue


The selected candidate will engage in strategic policy dialogue, building on country-level policy assessments and partnership efforts, in collaboration with the CMU and relevant Global Practices. They will also support government planning and implementation, ensuring that World Bank programs, particularly WHR-financed projects, are integrated into broader development efforts.

Leveraging and Coordinating Internal and External Partnerships


This role will further strengthen the World Bank-UNHCR partnership to align strategic approaches and support country-level implementation of the joint action plan. The specialist will coordinate the PROSPECTS portfolio and ensure alignment with the Global Forced Displacement team. They will also manage engagement with key external counterparts, including UN agencies, humanitarian actors, and bilateral development partners.

Requirements and Qualifications


To be successful in this role, the candidate should possess advanced degree in economics, law, social sciences, or a related field, along with at least 8 years of relevant operational experience. They should demonstrate a solid understanding of forced displacement issues, including the political economy and local context of forced displacement situations. Additionally, they should exhibit strong analytical, communication, and project management skills, with the ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment.

Working at the World Bank Group


The World Bank Group offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a retirement plan, medical, life, and disability insurance, and paid leave. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

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