Job #: | 111354 |
Title: | Investment Officer, Infrastructure Africa |
Job Stream: | Infrastructure |
Location: | To Be Determined |
Close Date: | 28-Aug-2011 |
Background / General description: | |
Background / General description. The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector investment arm of the World Bank Group, is one of the leading investors and lenders in emerging markets. The mission of IFC is to promote sustainable private sector investment in developing countries, helping to reduce poverty and improve people's lives. IFC finances private sector investments in the developing world, mobilizes capital in the international financial markets, helps clients improve social and environmental sustainability, and provides technical assistance and advice to governments and businesses. The IFC is launching a special initiative to strengthen its ability to contribute to development of infrastructure in Sub-Saharan Africa. IFC is seeking Investment Officers to support the development, execution and monitoring of investments in power, transport, and non-power utilities in the region through this initiative. Positions are based in Washington, D.C., Dakar, or Nairobi. Please indicate in your CV your preferred duty station. | |
Duties and Accountabilities: | |
The responsibilities of the Investment Officer include but are not limited to: -Work with colleagues to develop a strong pipeline of good investment opportunities in infrastructure in Sub-Saharan Africa -Evaluate, structure, negotiate and close new investment transactions -Develop innovative and appropriate financial structures for investment transactions -Coordinate closely with environmental and social colleagues to ensure the maintenance of high environmental and social standards in IFC s investment -Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients -Work closely with IFC s external partners in infrastructure in the region -Work well with a range of industry and regional IFC colleagues | |
Selection Criteria: | |
-MBA or equivalent degree -At least 4-8 years of finance experience, and a proven track record in originating, structuring and closing transactions. -Knowledge of the infrastructure sectors, experience in emerging markets a plus -Strong financial and credit skills; demonstrated ability to structure a variety of financial instruments -Business development and client relationship skills, track record and ability to focus on client needs effectively, -Strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds, -Commitment to the World Bank Group and IFC s mission, strategy and values, -Motivation to support development in Sub-Saharan Africa, -Results oriented and strong client focus. -Excellent communication skills in English and French For Corporate information, please visit www.ifc.org. Please be aware that only selected candidates will be contacted. |
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