WBG Pioneer - Operations Analyst Intern

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Internship opportunity in Bujumbura: Support IFC in business development and investment pipelines.

Gain hands‑on experience in advisory projects, operational support, and private‑sector development.

Job Information

Title: WBG Pioneer - Operations Analyst Intern

Job #: req37667

Organization: IFC

Grade: T4

Location: Bujumbura, Burundi

Hiring Manager: Babacar S. Faye

Required Language(s): English

Preferred Language(s): French

Closing Date: 8/12/2026 (11:59pm UTC)

Background/Organizational Context

IFC — a member of the World Bank Group — is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2025, IFC committed a record of US$71 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economies grapple with the impacts of global compounding crises. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.

IFC’s Eastern Africa team is seeking an intern as part of the World Bank Group (WBG) Pioneers Program, the WBG’s flagship internship program for undergraduate and postgraduate students.

The program provides structured learning and hands‑on experience through meaningful assignments that contribute to the WBG’s mission and operations. The selected candidate will support the IFC Country Office by contributing to business development and investment pipeline activities, implementation of advisory projects, country strategy initiatives, and day‑to‑day operational support, while gaining practical experience in private sector development and development finance.

Duties and Accountabilities

• 1. Business Development and Investment Pipeline Support
  • Supporting the identification and assessment of potential investment opportunities through market and sector research.
  • Assisting in developing and maintaining the country’s investment pipeline and client mapping.
  • Conducting company, sector, and financial analysis, including to review financial information and prepare analytical notes and presentations.
• 2. Advisory Project Implementation Support
  • Supporting the implementation and supervision of ongoing advisory projects.
  • Assisting in the preparation of project documents, including Concept Notes, Implementation Plans, Project Supervision Reports (PSRs), progress reports, and presentations.
  • Conducting research, data analysis, documentation, and taking meeting minutes, to support project teams.
• 3. Operational and Administrative Support
  • Supporting the implementation of the new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) and other country strategies.
  • Contributing to the preparation of client presentations, briefing materials, and strategy documents.
  • Providing operational and logistical support for visiting missions, meetings, and stakeholder engagement events.
  • Assisting in tracking deliverables, maintaining project documentation, and preparing routine reports.
  • Performing other analytical, operational, and administrative tasks as assigned by the Country Office.

Selection Criteria

• Candidates must be enrolled in, or in the final year of a postgraduate (master’s/PhD) program.
• Candidates must have a maximum of five years of professional experience.
• Preferred field of study: Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Finance, Economics, Public Affairs; or assimilated.
• Demonstrated interest in development work and the WBG’s mission.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in diverse, team‑based environments.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities within tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in English, and strong written and communication skills in French.

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.