Associate Operations Officer

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.

The IFC is recruiting an Associate Operations Officer based in Hong Kong SAR, China. The Associate Operations Officer will support the Regional Head of Operations for East Asia and the Pacific, and the Head of Office for Hong Kong SAR, China, and her team. 

S/he will be responsible for a broad scope of research, analytical and operations work and coordinating efforts across the Investment and Advisory groups to support the development and implementation of IFC’s country and regional strategies.

Duties and Accountabilities:

• Assist the Head of Office for Hong Kong SAR, China and the Regional Management team with project management, planning, and monitoring of deliverables, ensuring timely and high-quality execution while maintaining discretion and professionalism.
• Contribute to pipeline development across all industry groups by providing relevant industry data, company analysis, comparator analysis, research and business mapping to identify potential clients for IFC.
• Build and maintain a working-level network with key government counterparts and the business community to support IFC’s business development priorities, focusing on Hong Kong SAR, China and the Greater Bay Area.
• Utilize strong deal sense, bankability assessment skills, and financial modeling expertise to advance business development discussions into executable transactions.
• Act as the primary contact for data/research and operational/resource support work in the region, as directed by the Country and Regional management team.
• Extract, manipulate, and present data from internal and external databases for various audiences, ensuring accuracy and consistency while regularly updating and maintaining information.
• Create documents and reports for diverse audiences, including business development pitch books, regional and country strategy presentations, business plan inputs, and work program agreements.
• Review relevant documents/reports for alignment with strategy documents and provide research/analytical support for work products and other tasks as directed by the Head of Office for Hong Kong SAR, China.
• Under the direction of the Head of Office for Hong Kong SAR, China, guide project teams on country context, IFC role, strategic fit, World Bank Group objectives, local markets, pipeline, and portfolio.
• Stay informed on current advisory and investment operations and promptly address queries from Regional Management, HQ Management, and staff.
• Effectively liaise and interact with an extensive network of contacts at senior levels (both internal and external), responding to inquiries and addressing diverse situations with tact and pragmatic problem-solving skills.
• Provide support for select visiting missions.

Selection Criteria

• Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field with at least 5 years of relevant experience, including advanced financial skills and modeling experience, is required.
• Strong understanding of China’s political and macroeconomic landscape, along with the broader East Asia and Pacific region. Experience working within these countries is a valuable asset.
• Deep experience and strong understanding of the economic context and challenges in East Asia and the Pacific.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Excellent computer skills, including data analytics, excel spreadsheet preparation of PowerPoint presentations, and an ability to research various topics on the web.
• Strong team player who can easily work across organizational boundaries and countries.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to deliver quality work.
• Experience managing government relations and business development with private sector clients would be valued. 
• Knowledge of IFC strategy/investment processes and familiarity with IFC databases (such as MIS, RMS, and other iDesk applications) would be an advantage.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and function effectively in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines while working on multiple projects.

Source: https://worldbankgroup.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=28971&site=1