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Staff diversity is one of the Bank’s greatest strengths. There is a strong sense of community among this unique group of people representing 166 countries, perhaps because all share a common purpose–the mission of the World Bank. The Bank's Workforce The work of IBRD and IDA is performed by about 8,600 staff members working in Washington, DC, and in more than 100 country offices worldwide. A growing proportion of the Bank's work is now being done in country offices. Nationals of developing countries account for 61 percent of all staff and 41 percent of management and senior technical positions. Women account for 51 percent of all staff and 28 percent of management and senior technical positions. Sub-Saharan African and Caribbean nationals represent 16 percent of all staff and 11 percent of management and senior technical positions. The 28 officers of the World Bank include seven developing-country nationals, five women, and four Sub-Saharan African nationals. (See List of Part I and Part II IDA Member Countries and Officers.) To develop and recognize the staff, strong emphasis is put on initiatives that promote learning and value staff contributions. Staff Knowledge and Learning Knowledge and learning are key to the World Bank Group's ability to achieve its mission. A menu of learning activities and knowledge products are available to staff to continuously sharpen their skills and expertise to fight poverty. These include activities to foster technical expertise, expand cultural awareness, and strengthen interpersonal and client engagement skills. It is becoming increasingly critical for teams to learn with and from partners in order to produce results. The Bank is expanding its use of technology and innovative methods to reach country offices and to help teams harness global expertise in the search for local solutions, including intact team and on-the-job learning, facilitated Web-based learning, and knowledge sharing. Community Outreach As the third-largest employer in Washington, DC, the World Bank Group recognizes the need for individual and corporate responsibility within the surrounding community. In keeping with the Bank's poverty reduction mission, the Community Outreach Program seeks to improve the lives of the Bank's neighbors in the greater metropolitan area. The program encourages staff volunteerism, administers a workplace giving program, manages an annual high school summer internship program, and partners with area groups to strengthen local communities. (See http://www.worldbank.org/dcoutreach.) Staff Recognition Contributions of staff members continue to be recognized in several forms. The Staff Association Good Manager Awards honor individuals who demonstrate the highest qualities of leadership and management. And Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Awards are presented to individuals and teams whose actions promote respect for and recognize the value of differences. WORLD BANK STAFF: WHERE DO THEY WORK? © 2006 The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development/The World Bank |
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