Extended-Term Consultant
Quick answer
The World Bank is hiring a Senior Extended-Term Consultant for in-office work in Washington, DC, to support Digital Public Financial Management and Information Management Systems modernization.
- Role
- Extended-Term Consultant
- Organization
- World Bank
- Location
- Washington, DC, United States
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
The World Bank seeks an Extended-Term Consultant to support the design and implementation of Digital Public Financial Management (PFM) and Information Management Systems (IFMIS) modernization, data, and emerging technologies.
What you'll do
- Provide technical and functional advice on the design, modernization, implementation, and evaluation of IFMIS/FMIS and related PFM information systems
- Assess existing digital PFM architectures, including system functionality, coverage, interoperability, data flows, institutional arrangements, and implementation constraints
- Support the development of IFMIS modernization strategies and roadmaps, including migration from legacy systems and options for modular, interoperable, and potentially cloud-based architectures
- Support the design and implementation of Digital PFM and IFMIS, including functional requirements covering key PFM processes
- Support integration and interoperability between IFMIS and related systems
- Assess how IFMIS and other government financial systems can provide the data architecture and interoperability required to support AI-enabled applications
What it takes
- Master’s/PhD’s degree in information systems, computer science, information technology, public financial management, public administration, economics, engineering, data science, or another relevant discipline
- At least 5-8 years of relevant professional experience in digital government, PFM information systems, IFMIS/FMIS, or related fields
- Demonstrated hands-on experience with the design, implementation, modernization, or assessment of IFMIS/FMIS
- Strong understanding of core PFM institutions and processes, including budget preparation and execution, treasury and cash management, accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and preferably procurement
- Experience with system architecture, interoperability, databases, APIs, data management, enterprise architecture, or related digital-government concepts
- Experience working with governments and communicating technical issues to senior officials and non-technical audiences
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Washington, DC, United States.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Master’s/PhD’s degree in information systems, computer science, information technology, public financial management, public administration, economics, engineering, data science, or another relevant discipline, and at least 5-8 years of relevant professional experience.
How do I apply?
You can apply now by clicking the 'Apply Now' button on the job posting.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office.
How to apply
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