Job #: | 111356 |
Title: | PPP, Infrastructure Africa |
Job Stream: | Infrastructure |
Location: | To Be Determined |
Close Date: | 28-Aug-2011 |
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. This initiative involves building specialized capacity in Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), to work closely with Governments, the World Bank, and private investors to expand the flow of bankable infrastructure projects in the region. IFC is therefore seeking to recruit a small number of highly qualified specialists in this area to support greater PPP development. Positions are based in Washington, D.C. and Dakar. Please indicate in your CV your preferred duty station. | |
Duties and Accountabilities: | |
The responsibilities of the PPP Specialist include but are not limited to: -Work closely with the World Bank and member governments to identify potential areas for using PPPs to expand availability and quality of infrastructure services in SSA -Develop, in conjunction with the World Bank and member governments, PPPs opportunities into bankable transactions -Integrate commercial, public policy, and environmental and social considerations into prospective investments -Work across the Corporation to process IFC investments in PPPs, including leading investment teams -Share knowledge on PPPs and infrastructure development in SSA across IFC | |
Selection Criteria: | |
-Advanced university degree -At least 12 years of investment and industry experience, and a proven track record in originating, structuring and closing complex transactions. -Deep knowledge of the infrastructure sectors and their main players, particularly in Sub Saharan Africa, -Specific experience in public-private partnerships -Clear understanding of both motivations and requirements of commercial investors, and of public policy considerations involved in the private delivery of infrastructure services -Ability to lead large teams and complex initiatives -Robust organizational skills -Commitment to the World Bank Group and IFC s mission, strategy and values, -Motivation to support development in Sub-Saharan Africa, -Excellent relationship management skills, -Strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds, -Ability to interact directly and independently with senior government officials -Results oriented and strong client focus. -Comfortable working in an environment with a high degree of complexity, -Excellent communication skills in English; knowledge of French is considered an important plus. For Corporate information, please visit www.ifc.org. Please be aware that only selected candidates will be contacted. |
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