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Internship in Governance & Public Sector Reform with the World Bank Group in Monrovia, Liberia.
Support coordination, research, and stakeholder engagement for governance reforms in Liberia.
WBG Pioneer - Governance/ Public Sector Reform Intern
Job #: req37560
Organization: World Bank
Grade: T4
Location: Monrovia,Liberia
Hiring Manager: Chiara Bronchi
Required Language(s): English
Preferred Language(s):
Closing Date: 8/12/2026 (11:59pm UTC)
Description
WBG Pioneers, the World Bank Group’s Internship Program, offers undergraduate and postgraduate students a high impact learning experience at the heart of global development. Participants gain hands on experience in a diverse and dynamic environment, contribute fresh perspectives and innovative ideas, and connect with international professionals working to end poverty on a livable planet.
WBG Pioneers, the World Bank Group’s Internship Program, offers undergraduate and postgraduate students a high impact learning experience at the heart of global development. Participants gain hands on experience in a diverse and dynamic environment, contribute fresh perspectives and innovative ideas, and connect with international professionals working to end poverty on a livable planet.
The Governance Global Practice supports the Government of Liberia in advancing a broad governance reform agenda spanning public financial management, domestic resource mobilization, and governance in key sectors such as forestry and mining. The work program includes implementation support to the Governance Reform and Accountability Transformation (GREAT) Project, engagement on fiscal and institutional reforms, and strengthening governance arrangements in natural resource sectors. The intern will support coordination, follow-up, and analytical tasks across this portfolio, contributing to effective implementation and sustained engagement with government counterparts and development partners.
Duties and Responsibilities
Support coordination of governance work program activities, including tracking of actions, timelines, and deliverables
Undertake regular follow-up with government counterparts on agreed actions and reform progress
Assist in preparation of aide-memoires, briefs, presentations, and mission materials
Support engagement on domestic resource mobilization and fiscal governance topics through background research and synthesis
Contribute to governance-related work in key sectors (e.g., forestry, mining), including preparation of notes and stakeholder mapping
Support organization of workshops, meetings, and stakeholder consultations
Facilitate coordination with development partners through preparation of inputs and tracking of joint actions
Selection Criteria
Graduate studies in public policy, economics, governance, public administration, or related field
Strong interest in governance reforms, including fiscal policy, domestic resource mobilization, and natural resource governance
Demonstrated ability to coordinate tasks and follow up with stakeholders in a professional setting
Strong writing and communication skills, with ability to produce clear and concise outputs
Ability to work effectively with government counterparts and in multi-stakeholder environments
Knowledge of Liberia public sector is strongly preferred
Note:Please limit your applications to a maximum of three positions. Applications exceeding this limit will not be considered.
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.
The World Bank Group values diversity and encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of World Bank Group member countries to apply, regardless of gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. Sub-Saharan African nationals, Caribbean nationals, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.