Still THE place to work in international development - Program Manager World Bank Group Employee Review

Good work-life balance and culture

A lot of the politics

Meaningful work with a strong development impact, exposure to complex international investments, intelligent and supportive colleagues, good benefits, and opportunities to work across countries and sectors. The organization also offers a generally respectful and multicultural working environment.

Career progression can be slow and difficult to navigate, particularly for junior staff. Processes are often bureaucratic, decision-making can take time, and the quality of management and professional development support varies considerably across teams.