Associate Investment Officer, Manufacturing, Agribusiness & Services – 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. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.

Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Services (MAS) is one of IFC’s key industry groups responsible for a significant portion of IFC’s business volume, profitability and development reach. MAS engages in a wide range of sub-sectors including agribusiness, forestry, manufacturing, chemicals, healthcare, property, retail, and other areas, with both investment and advisory services delivered globally to IFC’s clients through its global network.      

The MAS Latin America and the Caribbean (MAS LAC) team is seeking three qualified and experienced Associate Investment Officers to assist in business development, and structure and process projects in the region. The candidates will also assist in portfolio work, including supervision of existing projects, restructurings and rescheduling’s as needed. The candidates should have demonstrated track record in leading the commitment of debt and/or equity investments, preferably across MAS sectors, and excellent interpersonal skills. The positions will be based in Mexico City (Mexico), Buenos Aires (Argentina) and Santiago de Chile (Chile).

 

ROLES AND RESPONSABILITIES:

•  Work across industries and regions with colleagues on all levels to help identify and execute investment transactions in the LAC region.
•  Participate in all aspects of IFC’s investment processing cycle from business development/deal origination, deal execution (due diligence, investment committee presentation preparation, term sheet and legal agreement negotiation, etc.), disbursement and portfolio monitoring.
•  Utilize research tools effectively to conduct in-depth benchmarking analysis by sectors, companies and geographies.
•  Analyze financial statements and prepare financial models.
•  Prepare project-related documents for internal (e.g. investment review meeting presentation) and external audiences.
•  Prepare notes/reports on relevant investment themes, events and breaking news.
•  Establish and maintain relationships with existing clients to ensure responsive client service and enhance new business opportunities and support portfolio supervision process including quarterly reviews.
•  Undertake portfolio supervision work.

 

Selection Criteria

•  A Master’s Degree.
•  Prior professional experience (at least 4 years) in corporate or project financing, including investment banking, commercial banking, private equity, equity research or business consulting.
•  Excellent Excel, PowerPoint and Word skills to build succinct and convincing analyses and presentations.
•  Strong research and quantitative skills, with preference for a background in financial analysis and modeling.
•  Strong client service orientation with openness to feedback and new ideas.
•  Exceptional attention to detail.
•  Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in English. Fluency in other languages (e.g. Spanish and Portuguese) is a plus.
•  Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to develop effective relationships within and outside IFC.
•  Ability to work flexibly on a range of assignments, cope with shifting priorities at short notice, and still deliver top quality work while meeting tight deadlines.
•  Takes personal responsibility and accountability for timely response to client queries, requests or needs, working to remove obstacles that may impede execution or overall success.
•  Experience in emerging market is preferred (experience in LAC will be a plus).
•  Willing to travel to various countries in LAC (as long as safety standards are met based on the World Bank Group standards).
•  Passion in economic development.
•  Ability to work sensitively and effectively in a multicultural setting.
 

 

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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.

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