Program Assistant – Local Recruitment

About the role

The World Bank is seeking a Program Assistant to support its Digital & AI Vice Presidency in the East Asia and Pacific region. This position provides essential administrative and operational assistance to senior staff, helping to coordinate development initiatives across a diverse set of client countries.

Key responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day administrative support, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and arranging travel.
• Prepare, edit, and format reports, presentations, and briefing documents.
• Maintain project files, databases, and tracking tools to ensure timely delivery of deliverables.
• Assist in organizing workshops, webinars, and stakeholder events.
• Support data entry and basic analysis for program monitoring.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in an administrative or program‑support role.
• Strong command of written and spoken English.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural, fast‑paced environment.
• Interest in development issues and digital transformation.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint for creating presentations.

What we offer

• Fixed‑term contract of four years.
• Opportunity to work with a leading global development institution.
• Exposure to high‑impact projects across the East Asia and Pacific region.
• Professional development and networking opportunities.