(Associate) Financial Officer – GF

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.

International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector development arm of the World Bank Group, is a global investor and advisor committed to promoting projects in its developing member countries that are economically beneficial, financially and commercially sound, and environmentally and socially sustainable. IFC finances private sector investments, mobilizes capital in the international financial markets, and provides advisory services to governments and businesses in the developing world. IFC’s highly qualified and motivated professionals come from around the world, bringing a wide variety of experiences.

Treasury Market Operations (CTM) serves as IFC Treasury’s market counterparty-facing front office. CTM is responsible for the management of IFC’s cash and liquid assets as well as its funding operations.

The Funding Unit (CTMFU) is responsible for ensuring IFC has the funds it needs for private sector lending in developing countries and sufficient liquidity to fulfill IFC’s counter-cyclical role and safeguards its triple-A credit ratings. The Investor Relations team is also part of CTMFU and is responsible for creating and presenting a consistently applied investment message to IFC’s bond investors.

Note: If the selected candidate is a current World Bank Group staff member with a Regular or Open-Ended appointment, s/he will retain his/her Regular or Open-Ended appointment. All others will be offered a 3 year term appointment.

Duties and Accountabilities:

IFC is conducting a search for a high-performing individual to join CTMFU in the capacity of (Associate) Financial Officer. The individual will focus primarily on IFC’s funding operations but will also support the team’s investor relations activities. The position location will be Washington D.C. His/her primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Considering, negotiating, and implementing bond issuances, including structured issuances, predominantly in a private placement format

• Preparation, execution and processing of IFC bond issuances and the associated hedges linked to bond issuances

• Creating, validating and distributing pricing grids to dealers on at least a monthly basis

• Monitoring the market and being in constant discussions with market counterparts

• Contribute to building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders globally, including investors, international investment banks, and capital market firms

• Provide back-up to other members of the Funding team in their relevant markets

• Manage investor queries, responding to requests for data and bond related information

• Prepare analyses of IFC’s bond program using new and existing technology such as IFC’s transaction management system and its investor relationship management system

• Collaborate with the Investor Relations team on the organization of conferences, road shows and investor meetings

• Support the team and work with other Treasury teams on miscellaneous projects ranging from capital market innovation to business process improvements.

Selection Criteria

• Master’s degree (in Finance or related field) or equivalent and at least 5 years of experience in financial markets; preferably in fixed income, within an investment bank, rating agency, or other capital-markets related institution, including the World Bank Group

• Fluency in English is essential. Fluency in another language would be advantageous

• Knowledge of debt capital markets, and enthusiasm for capital market innovation

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and sound business judgment

• Data analysis and project management skills, knowledge of information platforms including Bloomberg and Refinitiv

• Quantitative skills, advanced knowledge of Excel and Web editing skills

• Proficient use of Microsoft PowerPoint in creating professional presentations

• Ability to multi-task and work towards tight deadlines

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Highly motivated, results-oriented self-starter with proven capacity for teamwork

• Flexibility to perform a variety of tasks and expand the scope of work and responsibilities

• Willingness and desire to travel

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.

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