(Associate) Investment Officer

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(Associate) Investment Officer

Job #:
req33183

Organization:
IFC

Sector:
Investment

Grade:
GF

Term Duration:
3 years 0 months

Recruitment Type:
International Recruitment; Local Recruitment

Location:
Washington, DC,United States; Other Locations

Required Language(s):
English

Preferred Language(s):

Closing Date:
7/16/2025 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC

Description

*This posting is intended to develop a candidate pool for future Japanese recruitment efforts.

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.

We are seeking Investment Professionals to work with our specialized investment divisions or country teams, playing a pivotal role in deal generation, investment transaction execution, and portfolio management. Our engagement with the private sector facilitates job creation, construction of essential infrastructure, and attraction of significant capital to developing nations, thereby enhancing the lives of millions globally. With offices in over 100 countries and a diverse workforce from 150 nationalities, IFC provides continuous learning opportunities and exceptional benefits.

This advertisement is for building a candidate roster for future recruitment. Applicants will be considered for upcoming roles in various IFC office locations and Industry Groups. Only successful applicants who pass the initial CV screening will be contacted for further steps.

Duties and Accountabilities:
• Work across industries and regions with colleagues on all levels to help identify and execute investment transactions.
• Participate in all aspects of IFC’s investment processing cycle from business development/deal origination, deal execution (due diligence, investment committee presentation preparation, term sheet and legal agreement negotiation, etc.), disbursement and portfolio monitoring.
• Utilize research tools effectively to conduct in-depth benchmarking analysis by sectors, companies and geographies.
• Analyze financial statements and prepare financial models.
• Prepare project-related documents for internal (e.g. investment review meeting presentation) and external audiences.
• Prepare notes/reports on relevant investment themes, events and breaking news.
• Establish and maintain relationships with existing clients to ensure responsive client service and enhance new business opportunities and support portfolio supervision process including quarterly reviews.
• Undertake portfolio supervision work.

Selection Criteria
• Master’s degree, preferably in finance, business administration, management, economics, or a similar field.
• Prior professional experience (at least 4 years) in corporate or project financing, including investment banking, commercial banking, private equity, equity research or business consulting.
• Excellent Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills to build succinct and convincing analyses and presentations.
• Strong research and quantitative skills, with preference for a background in financial analysis and modeling.
• Strong client service orientation with openness to feedback and new ideas.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in English. Fluency in other languages (e.g. Spanish and Portuguese) is a plus.
• Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to develop effective relationships within and outside IFC.
• Ability to work flexibly on a range of assignments, cope with shifting priorities at short notice, and still deliver top quality work while meeting tight deadlines.
• Takes personal responsibility and accountability for timely response to client queries, requests, or needs, working to remove obstacles that may impede execution or overall success.
• Experience in an emerging market is preferred.
• Passion for economic development and ability to work sensitively and effectively in a multicultural setting.

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.

Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.