World Bank Job Vacancy 2026 in Ethiopia – Team Assistant

The World Bank is inviting qualified applicants to apply for the position of Team Assistant in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This opportunity is suitable for candidates with office administration, document management, communication, and organizational skills who want to contribute to the World Bank’s development work in Ethiopia.

The successful candidate will provide administrative and operational support to the team, coordinate meetings and events, maintain project records, prepare documents, and monitor deadlines and deliverables.

Job Overview

• Organization: World Bank
• Position: Team Assistant
• Job Reference: req38631
• Job Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
• Job Category: Administration / Office Support
• Grade: GB
• Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment
• Contract Type: Open-ended staff position
• Required Education: High school diploma
• Required Experience: At least 2 years with a high school diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Required Language: English
• Application Deadline: October 29, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. UTC

About the World Bank

The World Bank is an international development institution that works with governments, private-sector partners, and other stakeholders to address development challenges, strengthen economies, create jobs, and improve living standards. In Ethiopia, its work supports inclusive economic growth, governance, private-sector development, and sustainable livelihoods.

Key Responsibilities

The Team Assistant will perform the following duties:

• Provide administrative support for the unit’s work programme, including task management, procurement, databases, IT coordination, and editorial activities.
• Draft, edit, and format correspondence, reports, and other documents according to institutional standards.
• Compile information and assist project teams with routine analytical tasks and project deliverables.
• Maintain accurate project data, status reports, contact lists, databases, and electronic and physical records.
• Monitor activities, deadlines, and deliverables, and follow up on outstanding actions.
• Apply administrative procedures and resolve routine operational issues, escalating complex matters when necessary.
• Attend meetings, prepare minutes, and coordinate document clearance and distribution.
• Organize logistics for meetings, conferences, seminars, workshops, and high-level visits.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries or direct them to the appropriate staff.
• Ensure that documents, records, and administrative processes comply with institutional requirements.
• Provide backup administrative and project support to colleagues and other assistants as needed.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Education and Experience

• High school diploma with at least two years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in standard and advanced office applications, databases, collaboration tools, and office equipment.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Knowledge of office administration, document management, and electronic and physical records systems.

Communication Skills

• Strong written and spoken English.
• Ability to draft routine correspondence and edit documents for grammar, punctuation, clarity, and style.

Organizational and Interpersonal Skills

• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to prioritize competing tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy under pressure.
• Initiative, sound judgment, attention to detail, and reliable follow-through.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment.
• Adaptability, willingness to learn, and readiness to seek guidance when necessary.
• Ability to meet applicable World Bank Group recruitment testing requirements.

Experience working in fragile, conflict-affected, and violent (FCV) contexts may be highlighted in the application where relevant. Candidates are also encouraged to demonstrate effective collaboration and responsible use of digital and AI-enabled tools.

Employment Benefits

The World Bank Group offers a benefits package that includes:

• Retirement plan
• Medical, life, and disability insurance
• Paid leave, including parental leave
• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities

The World Bank Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and a respectful workplace.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the official World Bank Group careers portal.

Apply Online:
Apply Online on the World Bank Careers Portal

• Job Reference: req38631
• Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
• Application Deadline: October 29, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. UTC

Preference will be given to local candidates who are authorized to work in Ethiopia for any employer. Internal applicants may also apply in accordance with the World Bank Group’s applicable guidelines.

Applicants should review the official vacancy announcement and ensure their application clearly demonstrates how their education, experience, and skills meet the selection criteria.

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