(Associate) Investment Officer - Tenders Global

(Associate) Investment Officer

International Civil Aviation Organization

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JOB DESCRIPTION

 

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. Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet.
 
IFC’s PPP Transaction Advisory (CTdepartment is focused on assisting governments to develop private sector participation (PSprojects involving the management, financing, and operation of infrastructure to private companies, through privatepublic partnerships (PPP. IFC has established an advisory services program for the Caribbean, which is covered by a team fully dedicated to CTA in the Caribbean. The core objective is to promote private sector development and hence contribute to infrastructure development, better access to services and poverty reduction in the Caribbean. 
 
CTA is now seeking to recruit an (AssociatInvestment Officer to join the Caribbean team based in Washington DC, USA, to support business development activities, execute transactions and actively manage portfolio projects in the region. It will be considered a plus if candidates have previous experience in projects and team coordination activities.
 
Role & Responsibilities:
 
To fulfill the program’s objectives, the (AssociatInvestment Officer will participate in all phases of the transaction advisory work, including project origination, structuring and execution of projects in the Caribbean. Activities will include, but not be limited to the following:
 
•  Participate in several mandates simultaneously with different project teams.
•  Assist in the design of Terms of Reference for specialized consultants to support project teams, and in the selection and management of consultants.
•  Participate in technical, legal, regulatory, financial, and commercial due diligence of transactions.
•  Participate in the structuring of transactions.
•  Participate in the marketing of the transaction to potential investors. 
•  Contribute to the drafting of project documents including transaction structure reports, information memoranda and prequalification terms of reference, etc.
•  Participate in the drafting and negotiation of contractual and bidding documents such as concession agreements, shareholder agreements, etc.
•  Assist project teams in the tender processes, including the negotiation of contractual agreements between investors and client governments. 
•  Ensure that projects are completed within budget and chronogram; and
•  Prepare reports to internal and external audiences.
All these activities will be performed from the Washington DC office.

 

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Selection Criteria

 

The appointee will be able to demonstrate:

 
•  MBA, master’s degree, or equivalent qualification.
•  At least five (5) years’ experience in business consulting, project finance, PPP advisory and/or infrastructure economics. Experience in infrastructure is an asset.
•  Good understanding of PPP models, drivers of bankability, legal and regulatory requirements, and tendering strategies.
•  Knowledge, understanding, and previous experience working in Emerging Markets countries. Experience in the Caribbean would be an advantage.
•  Strong analytical and conceptual skills and ability to undertake and/or supervise financial modelling.
•  Strong problemsolving skills, identifying critical business issues and assisting in developing creative, practical solutions.
•  Excellent communication skills both written and oral, including the ability to convey ideas and positions clearly.
•  Ability to work through multidisciplinary teams, deliver high quality work within deadlines, and to meet team objectives.
•  Excellent language skills in English, both oral and written. French and/or Spanish would be an advantage.
•  Motivated and enthusiastic about the opportunities and challenges of sustainable development.

 

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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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