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 in developing countries. In fiscal year 2023, IFC
committed a record US$43.7 billion to private companies and financial
institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private
sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economies grapple
with the impacts of global compounding crises. For more information, visit http://www.ifc.org.
ROLES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The
ET Consultant will be integrated into the team that develops new business,
completes transactions, and supervises a portfolio of loans, quasi-equity and
equity investments in FIG’s LAC region.
The candidate is required to know and effectively use fundamental business
concepts and practices and to provide analytical, research and other
professional support to professional level Investment Officers. The work
program is varied and may be somewhat complex requiring evaluation, original
thinking, and various written outputs.
• Create financial analysis models.
• Support structuring of new investments.
• Analyze historical and projected financial statements and prepare
periodic portfolio reports.
• Conduct industry and market research and assist in IFC’s business
development efforts.
• Monitor operational and financial performance of client companies to
evaluate risk and recommend active portfolio management actions.
• Prepare documentation for IFC internal processes and monitor compliance
with IFC financial, environmental and legal requirements.
• Establish and maintain quality client relationships to ensure
responsive client service and to enhance new business opportunities
• Participate in investments negotiations.
• Liaise with colleagues across departments and the region and at the
head office in Washington DC.
• Participate in the monitoring of investments in portfolio companies.
Selection Criteria
• Bachelor’s
or equivalent degree with specialization in business, finance, accounting,
economics, etc.
• Preferably with at least 1-2 years of experience in finance, banking,
portfolio management or consulting (ideally with a major financial institution,
rating agency, consulting firm, etc.)
• Good knowledge of financial markets and one or more Latin American
financial markets a plus.
• Strong financial analysis and modelling skills using Microsoft excel
and ability to identify key issues.
• Sound numerical, analytical and conceptual skills encompassing finance
and the associated areas of investment, portfolio management and corporate
finance and economics.
• Commitment to economic development and keen interest in development
finance in emerging markets.
• Ability to work successfully in multicultural teams and across
boundaries.
• Demonstrated teamwork skills.
• Strong client service orientation with an openness to feedback and new
ideas.
• Excellent presentation skills and ability to present ideas clearly and
confidently.
• Fluency in English (oral and written).
World Bank Group Core Competencies
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Note: The selected candidate will be offered a one-year appointment, renewable at the discretion of the World Bank Group, and subject to a lifetime maximum ET appointment of three years. If an ET appointment ends before a full year, it is considered as a full year toward the lifetime maximum. Former and current ET staff who have completed all or any portion of their third-year ET appointment are not eligible for future ET appointments.