WBG Pioneer - Environmental and Social (E&S) Intern

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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. 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 $71.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging private sector solutions and mobilizing private capital to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. IFC's Environmental and Social (E S) team is seeking an intern as part of the WBG Pioneers Program. The purpose of this internship is to provide support to the E S regional team for Southern and Central Africa on E S risk management vis -à-vis IFC Performance Standards with the aim of promoting compliance with IFC's E S standards and enhanced impact and additionality of IFC -supported investments. The role will work across both direct investments (loans, equity etc.) as well as E S risk management on public private partnership (PPP) projects. Duties and Responsibilities The E S intern will work under the leadership and guidance of an E S specialist and will support E S investment/ PPP due diligence and portfolio monitoring as follows: Due Diligence and Risk Screening Support with the identification of key project E S risks associated with both direct investments as well PPP projects against the requirements of IFC's Performance Standards. Support with the preparation of internal E S documentation to enable IFC's decision making and attend internal meetings. Review E S documentation, impact assessments, management plans etc. for consistency with IFC Performance Standards, accurateness, and completeness. Use and integrate various tools and data sources to support early risk screening identification, and development of recommendations (e.g. RepRisk, iBAT, contextual risk assessment); and Assist in ensuring completeness of due diligence records and documentation. Portfolio Monitoring and Support Assist with the monitoring of E S actions implemented by clients; Assist with client supervision visits and E S Annual Monitoring Reports reviews; Update databases, records, and project documentation on a timely basis; and Assist with portfolio reporting