Associate Investment Officer

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Associate Investment Officer

Description

IFC — a member of the World Bank Group — is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities. Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.

The IFC 3.0 strategy aims to stimulate more investment activity across emerging markets, especially in Low-Income Countries (LICs) and Fragile and Conflict-affected States (FCS). This strategy aims to create new opportunities for private investments in riskier markets and sectors by proactively working "upstream" to create, deepen, and expand markets and design and develop potential investment projects. Achieving these growth and impact ambitions at scale requires a different approach to business development, deal sourcing, and client support that relies on:

• A broader product offering to engage earlier in the project cycle and secure opportunities

• A greater focus on preparing clients in developing markets and sectors for investment

• A greater focus on value addition and risk management of portfolio investment clients to enhance their performance

• A longer time horizon and a more patient, longer-term perspective

To support this approach, IFC seeks an Upstream Associate Investment Officer to join the Manufacturing, Agribusiness, and Services (MAS) department in the IFC Office in Amman, Jordan. The Upstream Associate Investment Officer will be responsible for sourcing and executing investment transactions in the MAS sectors, enhancing investment outcomes, and improving investment conditions in the MAS sectors across MCT. In this role, the Upstream Associate Investment officer will work closely with Country, Regional, Investment, Upstream & Advisory teams across the institution to support IFC's strategic and business objectives.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Support identifying and assessing Upstream & Advisory and Investment opportunities based on country and sector strategies and market creation potential

• Conduct market mapping, comparator sector analysis, and company financial projections/models. Analyze historical and projected financial statements of companies within the sector to support informed decision-making

• Support in various aspects of business development, including writing concept notes, preparing budgets, brief presentations, or other materials as requested

• Assist with overall portfolio management, planning, and monitoring of results and deliverables to ensure timely and quality delivery of the work program. Be on top of IFC systems and processes

• Maintain good working knowledge of IFC's MAS product offering and be able to communicate it effectively to others as needed

• Work closely with the IFC Investment Services team across countries in the MCT region to contribute to developing early-stage project collaborations and co-developments, feasibility studies, and/or pilot projects that lead to investment opportunities in the MAS sectors

• Assist in designing and implementing scalable solutions and platforms that can be replicated across different markets

• Interact effectively with an extensive network of contacts (both internal and external) and respond effectively to inquiries and to diverse situations that require tact and pragmatic problem-solving skills. Liaise when needed with partners, clients, and service providers to ensure continuity of business operations

• Identify trends, technologies, and business models and develop innovative solutions to meet client and market needs

• Lead client projects end to end by a) regularly monitoring the project's financial situation, b) efficiently procuring consultant services, and c) providing monitoring and reporting information to ensure the delivery of results in accordance with the approved project business and M&E targets

• Prepare project supervision and donor reports, including M&E reports and the required back-up data which confirms the reported results and achievements.

• Serving as an integral part of the MAS Upstream & Advisory team and supporting Project Leads as needed in providing advice, implementation support, and assistance with project implementation management

• Develop strong relations with internal clients, other WBG units, and development partners on operational matters

Selection Criteria

• Master's degree with 5-6 years of relevant experience in project and/or program development, producing feasibility studies, hands-on advisory, and/or consulting functions in emerging markets

• Strong experience in investment banking, private equity, fund management or related areas with direct involvement in investment transactions

• Strong quantitative skills; familiarity with company evaluation and valuation; and proven experience designing and/or working with financial models

• Experience in project/program management, including executing implementation plans with defined business development milestones

• Ability to engage with private sector clients, local and national governments, and other stakeholders to encourage pioneering business and market development

• Proven track record in nurturing client relationships, resolving challenging issues and ability to deal sensitively in multi-cultural environments

• Demonstrated ability to deliver results under tight timetables; strong organizational, administrative, project, and task management skills

• A genuine commitment to development and to the World Bank Group and IFC's mission, strategy, and values

• Understanding of IFC's strategic priorities and changing business model against the backdrop of IFC 3.0

• Outstanding analytical and critical thinking skills

• Excellent written, verbal communication, presentation abilities, and interpersonal skills plus fluency in English is required, Arabic is preferred and fluency in another MCT language would be an added advantage

• Willingness to travel extensively

World Bank Group Core Competencies

The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

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