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, we invested $43.7 billion in private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity. For more information, visit http://www.ifc.org. 

Duties and Accountabilities:
i) Early Screening, Due Diligence, Portfolio supervision
•  Lead or contribute to assessment of E&S issues/risks in new investments and select advisory engagements in multiple sectors (including infrastructure, manufacturing, services and agribusiness).
•  Lead or contribute to identification and development of risk mitigation measures and value-add solutions that support clients in addressing identified issues; advise on structuring, appropriate mitigation measures and contractual alignment of interest to address risks and impacts. 
•  Provide clear and responsive guidance to IFC investment teams on E&S risk management in project decision-making and processing in light of E&S risk issues, including clear communication to teams and management throughout the investment cycle.
•  Discuss and support formulation of E&S legal conditions for projects legal agreements. 
•  Proactively monitor portfolio clients and engage with clients and investment departments to achieve compliance. Clearly document and communicate any outstanding or emerging gaps between client performance and IFC requirements, and related risks to IFC.
•  Support industry teams and clients in response to Compliance Advisor Ombudsman (CAO) and Independent Evaluation Group (IEG) requests, leading discussion with CAO and IEG officers.
•  In coordination with industry and CEG advisory teams, build capacity with clients on issues related to E&S issues, including clients’ monitoring and evaluation of E&S activities and outcomes.
•  Contribute to portfolio analysis to identify systemic issues and assess trends; or of policy nature and propose policy adjustments as needed. 
•  Contribute to regional supervision program reviews and periodic reports.
ii) Upstream and Advisory Services
•  Assist in the identification of systemic bottlenecks existing in the market that prevent adequate E&S risk management in key sectors or markets. 
•  Contribute to strategic decision making regarding IFC role in advisory support to enhance E&S risk management performance. Where relevant provide support for the development of appropriate solutions.
•  Contribute to the identification of opportunities for advisory engagements that result in greater development impact and value for the client. 
iii) Knowledge Management
•  Contribute to the gathering analyzing and disseminating of operational experiences, lessons learned and evolving practices and challenges at the regional level in building the department’s knowledge base. 
•  Contribute to the preparation of management briefs of relevant regional E&S matters.
•  Contribute to the planning and delivery of training programs and workshops to build capacity on E&S risk management and monitoring.

Selection Criteria

•  Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in science, engineering or other relevant discipline(s). 
•  Minimum of 8 years of professional experience working on E&S due diligence in the international context, with strong preference for experience in the private sector working across different industry sectors.
•  Experience working on E&S Policies and Standards. Experience with international financial institutions (IFI) and/or World Bank Group Standards preferred.
•  Working experience in emerging markets, ideally in fragile and conflict environments.
•  Willingness to travel regularly in emerging market countries.
•  Strong analytical skills, ability to think strategically, analyze and synthesize diverse information sources, and draw conclusions from sometimes limited data.
•  Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
•  Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing circumstances, organize and prioritize deliverables, and maintain attention to detail.
•  Ability to communicate effectively and concisely on complex environmental and social issues in spoken and written form, in a manner that can be understood by non-experts. Proficiency in English is essential.  
•  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to relate well with a wide range of internal and external parties (including senior staff, management, IFC’s accountability mechanism and clients) and develop solutions in potentially tense or conflicting situations.
•  Ability to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural team, influence and negotiate point of view within teams.
•  Exemplary project management skills and ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
•  High personal integrity and emotional intelligence, with demonstrated ability to handle sensitive matters in a discreet and respectful manner. Diplomatic approach and calm under pressure.

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.

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