Iffath Sharif is the World Bank Group Director for Social Policy, leading global strategy and evidence-based solutions to strengthen social protection, advance skilling solutions, and labour systems.

As Director for Social Policy at the World Bank Group, Iffath Sharif drives the global agenda on social protection, skills, employment, and human capital. She leads strategy, partnerships, and analytical work that help countries strengthen resilience, expand economic opportunities, and deliver results for poor and vulnerable communities. She is championing the SP500 initiative—an ambitious effort to support countries in extending high-quality social protection and employment services to 500 million people worldwide by 2030.