Community Manager, Governance Global Practice, World Bank Group
Washington, D.C.
Mitchell oversees research, knowledge dissemination, and member relations for five areas within the World Bank’s Governance Global Practice. These areas are financial management, procurement, open and transparent governments, government operations, and state-owned enterprises.
Graduate Education:
M.A., International Economics and Latin American Studies
The Johns Hopkins University Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS)
Undergraduate Major:
International Studies
Volunteer Experience:
International Election Observer, El Salvador
Internship:
Cleveland Council on World Affairs
First Job:
American Institutes for Research
Languages:
Spanish
Advice for a Career in International Development:
“There are so many skills relevant to a career in international development. These include research—using both quantitative and qualitative methods; writing—authoring reports and website content; teaching and community development—exchanging and expanding others’ skills and opportunities is the core of development; donor relations—paying the bills and responding to client demands is critical; and overseas experience—gaining new knowledge every time one encounters a new culture, language, community, or country. This list is not exhaustive; keep in mind that flexibility is key.”