Senior Mining Specialist
Quick answer
The World Bank Group is hiring a senior mining specialist in Conakry, Guinea, to lead the dialogue on the mining sector and contribute to the design and implementation of World Bank operations, with a focus on policy and regulatory reform and investment origination. The role is based in Conakry, and the compensation is not specified.
- Role
- Senior Mining Specialist
- Organization
- World Bank Group
- Location
- Conakry, Guinea
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
The Senior Mining Specialist role at the World Bank Group involves leading the dialogue on the mining sector in Guinea and contributing to the design and implementation of World Bank operations and knowledge activities in the metals and minerals sector, primarily in Guinea, with a focus on policy and regulatory reform, and investment origination.
What you'll do
- Lead the dialogue on the mining sector in Guinea
- Provide technical advice and support on policy, analytical work, and investment lending preparation and implementation
- Supervise the Guinea Natural Resources, Mining and Environmental Management Project’s mining component
- Collaborate with WBG global and regional teams on policy advisory or 'upstream' work
- Lead technical discussions on various thematic areas relevant to mining sector development
- Contribute to the integration of infrastructure planning as a key consideration of mineral development
What it takes
- Master’s degree in mining, engineering, geology, public policy, economics, management or a related discipline
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience
- Significant experience in mining sector policy, regulation, and institutional reform
- Fluency in both English and French
- Excellent writing skills
- Experience working in the West Africa region
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Retirement plan, medical, life and disability insurance, paid leave, reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Conakry, Guinea.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
The key qualifications required include a master’s degree, 8 years of relevant professional experience, and significant experience in mining sector policy, regulation, and institutional reform.
How do I apply?
You can apply by clicking the 'Apply Now' button on the job posting.
What is the closing date for applications?
The closing date for applications is 10/05/2026 at 11:59pm UTC.
How to apply
Apply directly on World Bank Group's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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