WBG Pioneer - Blue Economy Analyst Intern

Overview

The WBG Pioneer - Blue Economy Analyst Intern will contribute to analytical, operational, and knowledge work supporting the Caribbean's Blue Economy agenda. The role aims to strengthen the knowledge base for Blue Economy policy and investment, support project implementation oversight, and contribute to stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews and desk research on priority Blue Economy sub-sectors.
• Collect, analyze, and synthesize quantitative and qualitative data.
• Synthesize findings into briefs, policy notes, or data visualizations.
• Support Task Team Leaders in monitoring implementation progress across countries.
• Contribute to the development and operationalization of the regional Blue Economy data-sharing platform.
• Liaise with government counterparts, NGOs, and other stakeholders.
• Support coordination and organization of consultations, webinars, and working group meetings.
• Prepare and distribute event materials.
• Assist to develop communications products such as blog posts and social media content.
• Contribute to analysis on gender inclusion, climate resilience of coastal assets, Blue Ports, and private sector mobilization.

Required Experience

0–6 years of relevant professional experience. At least one to three years of relevant work or research experience related to ocean/marine resources, environmental management, sustainable development, or development finance (internships and graduate research may be considered) would be an asset.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree (required) in Environmental Science, Marine Science, Economics, Public Policy, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, or a closely related field. Candidates must be currently enrolled in, or in the final year of, a postgraduate (master’s/PhD) program.

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