Practice Manager, Energy And Extractives

Description

Against this backdrop, governments are positioning themselves to take best advantage of the energy transition when it comes to mining. Sustained high commodity prices are leading to new and further exploration and mine development in many jurisdictions across the world. However, those countries that will most benefit from new mineral demand will not only be those which have known and attractive mineral reserves but equally those who have stable regulatory regimes, strong governance and rule of law, and access to a range of infrastructure (energy, road, water, rail).

Supporting the work of the Extractives unit is a Multi-donor Trust Fund. The Extractives Global Programmatic Support (EGPS) Umbrella Trust fund, which also includes the Climate Smart Mining (CSM) associated Trust Fund. EGPS supports Mining Governance in resource-dependent countries aiming at poverty reduction, economic diversification, equitable growth, environmental sustainability, and fair and inclusive economic growth. It responds to the main challenges faced by resource rich developing countries by providing support via its four components: Revenue transparency and efficiency of public management systems via EITI implementation; Evidence-based, effective regulation and institutional strengthening to set the framework for an extractives sector that enables investment and ensures inclusive and sustainable development; Local value and diversification and integration of the sector in the local economy; and Mitigation of impacts on local ecosystems and communities. CSM is an associated Trust Fund under EGPS. It helps resource-rich developing countries benefit from the increasing demand for minerals and metals due to the transition to a low-carbon economy, while minimizing the environmental and climate footprint along the supply chain of the critical minerals and metals needed for the energy transition.

• Leads his/her team to deliver the VPU’s key strategic priorities and, in collaboration with other stakeholders, ensures alignment with the WBG Strategy.
• Accountable for delivering high-quality and timely results.
• Draws on thought leadership and implementation know-how to ensure high impact solutions.

People/ Talent Management:

• Supports management in developing and implementing appropriate strategies for global staffing, deployment, talent, and performance management.
• Drives and inspires technical excellence within the team and the unit by creating an environment of learning and innovation that attracts and develops the best talent reflective of the diversity of our clients.
• Models exemplary WBG leadership values and managerial behaviors and reinforces these qualities in own team and staff.

Resource Management:

• In consultation with relevant stakeholders within the WBG, decides on the best use of internal and external resources for maximum client and developmental impact.
• Is accountable for delivering the agreed upon work program through cost-effective use of resources (human and budget) within the agreed parameters and in compliance with internal controls and policies, and ensures timely delivery and overall quality of the VPU’s outputs.

• Instills a culture of evidence-based, yet client tailored engagement for highest development impact.
• Ensures timely flow and capture of knowledge and expertise so that clients receive the highest quality support and knowledge they need, when and where they need it.
• Promotes innovative and cross-cutting research, as well as the dissemination of technical and experiential knowledge and learning.

Selection Criteria

• Deep understanding and familiarity with the political challenges of stakeholder engagement and management.
• Ability to influence dialogue and policy on extractives issues and related areas (climate change, rural development, private capital mobilization, infrastructure development, cross border issues, extractives environment and social nexus, macroeconomic and governance issues related to extractives).
• PhD or Master’s degree in relevant field/discipline and at least 12 years of experience in leadership positions of increasing complexity and responsibility.
• Strong understanding and experience in supporting private participation in the extractives and/or infrastructure sectors, with special emphasis on policy reforms, to ensure the sustainability of private sector investments and enabling regulatory framework. Experience and good track record in working with IFC and MIGA, private sector arms of the WBG, will be a plus.
• Passion for the WBG mission and mandate of the Energy and Extractives Global Practice.
• Demonstrated in-depth experience working across practice and disciplinary boundaries, and with multiple stakeholders – both public and private – in building collaborative alliances for results.
• Solid managerial and influencing skills to maintain a strong team across different countries and field presence, as well as effective collaboration with other global practices, safeguards, and procurement units.
• Deep technical knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas: extractives governance issues; mining; oil and gas sector; infrastructure development and investments; environmental and social aspects of the extractives industry particularly around mine or oil/gas fields closure and decommissioning; policy, fiscal, and regulatory frameworks for extractives; mobilizing private capital for investments in mining, or infrastructure; geological data and information; artisanal, small-scale mining; climate-smart mining.
• Strong technical knowledge and experience of delivering complex analytical work is essential, given the breadth and global scope of the unit’s engagements.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with proven experience in dealing with the media, external constituencies, and expert groups.
• Recognized expert with track record of applying practice know-how and effective policy dialogue to achieve development results.
• Demonstrated in-depth experience of client engagement and country-facing delivery, with a track record and strong results in managing and delivering operations in the extractives, or infrastructure, sector employing a variety of instruments and technical assistance.

WBG Leadership Values and Managerial Behaviors:

• Decisive Leadership: Take informed risks and make decisions in a transparent manner resulting in transformative impact for clients; Commit to decisions once they have been made.
• Collaborative Leadership: Be mutually accountable for entire WBG’s corporate targets and success; Work across WBG and with clients and partners to achieve better results.
• Client Solutions Leadership: Be the leading provider of development solutions for country clients; Provide leadership in both knowledge generation and knowledge sharing.
• Leadership of Self: Role model the change and values for WBG; Demonstrate courage of convictions, ownership and self-mastery within the organization in accordance to our values.
• People Leadership: Lead and inspire staff to perform and deliver for better results; Help others achieve their fullest potential through coaching and mentorship.

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