World Bank Appoints Canadian National as Country Manager for Haiti
Anne-Lucie Lefebvre
Appointment Details
The World Bank has appointed Canadian national Anne-Lucie Lefebvre as its Country Manager for Haiti. Lefebvre will lead the bank’s dialogue with the Government, working closely with key development partners and stakeholders.
About the World Bank’s Work in Haiti
The World Bank said its work in Haiti includes an active portfolio of 18 projects with an approximate investment of US$1.3 billion, financed by the International Development Association and complemented by US$112M from Trust Funds. Key sectors include transport, agriculture, urban, health, education, social protection, water, energy, and digital development.
Country Manager’s Priorities
“As Haiti navigates this challenging period, I look forward to supporting government-identified priorities, including preserving hard-won gains in key areas,” Lefebvre said. “The World Bank will continue supporting job creation, maintaining essential institutional capacity and systems for service delivery, and strengthening societal resilience and livelihoods.”
Operational Context
Despite the volatile context, the World Bank said it continues to operate effectively, adopting a robust regional focus outside Port-au-Prince, where over 80 percent of its Programmes are implemented outside of the country’s capital, in communities where the security situation is more stable – targeting the needs of people with low incomes.
Looking Ahead
The World Bank said it is in the final stage of developing its new country strategy in close consultation with the new Government. Lefebvre will also coordinate the ongoing Rapid Crisis Impact Assessment, currently spearheaded by the Government in close collaboration with the tripartite partnership of the European Union, the United Nations, and the Inter-American Development Bank.
About the Country Manager
Lefebvre assumes the position following her most recent role as Resident Representative for Guinea Bissau. She joined the international financial institution in 2009 as a Senior Public Sector Specialist in the Africa Vice President Unit based in Washington.
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Conclusion
The appointment of Anne-Lucie Lefebvre as Country Manager for Haiti marks an important milestone in the World Bank’s efforts to support the country’s development. With her extensive experience and expertise, Lefebvre is well-positioned to lead the bank’s dialogue with the Government and stakeholders, and to support the implementation of the World Bank’s country strategy.
FAQs
Q: What is the World Bank’s country strategy for Haiti?
A: The World Bank is in the final stage of developing its new country strategy in close consultation with the new Government.
Q: What are the key sectors that the World Bank is working in Haiti?
A: The World Bank is working in key sectors including transport, agriculture, urban, health, education, social protection, water, energy, and digital development.
Q: How much investment has the World Bank made in Haiti?
A: The World Bank has invested approximately US$1.3 billion in Haiti, financed by the International Development Association and complemented by US$112M from Trust Funds.