E T Consultant - Speechwriter

Job #: req36161
Organization: World Bank
Sector: Communications
Grade: EC2
Term Duration:  1 year 0 months
Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment
Location: Washington, DC,United States
Required Language(s): English
Preferred Language(s):
Closing Date: 3/31/2026 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC

Description

Do you want to build a career that is truly worthwhile? Working at the World Bank Group provides a unique opportunity for you to help our clients solve their greatest development challenges. The World Bank Group is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries; a unique global partnership of five institutions dedicated to ending extreme poverty, increasing shared prosperity and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, we work 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. Please visit www.worldbank.org.
External and Corporate Relations Vice-Presidency (ECR)
The mission of External and Corporate Relations (ECR) is to help deliver financial and political support for the World Bank Group, strengthen the Bank Group’s role as a global thought leader in development by enhancing and safeguarding its reputation, and supporting operational teams to achieve country outcomes. ECR manages corporate communications and global engagement with key stakeholders, including media, civil society, foundations, private sector, donor countries, and international organizations, as well as employee engagement. ECR also manages strategic communications for the World Bank’s Regions and Global Practices and leads the management of reputation risk.
ECR Communication & Content (ECRCM)
Communications and Marketing at the World Bank Group is a unified, strategic organization representing all areas of the institution. Its mission is to deliver world-class communications and marketing leadership—driving clarity, creativity, innovation, and impact across every audience and channel. Through compelling storytelling, global brand stewardship, and data-driven engagement, the team advances the Bank Group’s vision of creating a world free of poverty on a livable planet. Together, we shape the institution’s voice, strengthen trust and reputation, and connect the World Bank Group’s work to people and partners around the world. 
ECR Communications and Marketing is looking for an experienced writer and speechwriter to support the World Bank President in communicating the Bank Group’s strategic priorities to internal and external audiences, while also contributing to broader writing and editorial needs across ECR. The role is responsible for producing high-quality communications products—including speeches, talking points, briefing notes, op-eds, and staff messages—translating complex policy material, technical information, and economic data into clear, accessible language that reflects the President’s voice and aligns with World Bank Group priorities. Working closely with the Office of the President and colleagues across ECR and the World Bank Group, the position ensures consistency of messaging, provides editorial guidance on key initiatives, and supports a range of corporate communications efforts in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
This is an Extended Term Full-Time Consultancy for one year. The job is based in Washington, D.C. The successful candidate is expected to work in the office a minimum of 4 days a week. 
Duties and Responsibilities
• Draft, edit, and revise written materials for the World Bank Group President, including speeches, talking points, briefing notes, op-eds, and internal communications products.
• Translate complex policy material, technical information, and economic data into clear, concise, and jargon-free content for diverse internal and external audiences.
• Work closely with the Office of the President, senior leadership, and subject matter experts across the World Bank Group to develop accurate, well-informed communications materials.
• Monitor current events, public discourse, and emerging issues to inform messaging and ensure relevance and timeliness of written products.
• Support broader ECR writing and editorial needs, including messaging for corporate initiatives, campaigns, reports, and other materials as needed.
• Provide editorial guidance and quality control to ensure consistency of voice, style, and messaging across ECR and alignment with World Bank Group standards.
• Manage multiple projects under tight deadlines, working independently while collaborating across teams and seeking guidance as needed.

Selection Criteria

• Master’s degree in International Relations, Public Affairs, Journalism, Marketing, Political Science, or other related disciplines, with 8 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Proven track record of speechwriting for leaders in the private sector, development agencies, government, and/or international organizations.
• Superior writing and editing skills, with an excellent command of English and the demonstrated ability to translate technical information into clear language for a broad audience.  
• Solid understanding of international development issues as well as clear knowledge of World Bank audiences and their communications needs.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills. 
• Ability to initiate and manage a continuing editorial process and to conceptualize and execute the packaging of content. 
• Strong diplomatic, interpersonal, and collaborative skills; ability to work as part of a team in a diverse, multicultural environment as well as independently; demonstrated client orientation.

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

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.

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