IFC
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Working hours (%): 80-100% / 100%
80-100% / 100%
Type of contract: Volunteer
Duration: 12 months
Education level: Master’s degree
Macro-area: Sub-Saharan Africa
Level of experience: Junior Professional, 1 to 3 years
Area of work Definition: Documentation, Knowledge Management, Research, Analysis
Area of work: Monitoring and Evaluation, Results-based Management
Area of work: Private Sector Development
Type of organisation: Multilateral Organisations
Join date: September 2025
Job description
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The International Finance Corporation (IFC) – a member of the World Bank Group – is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. It works in more than 100 developing countries, using capital, mobilization capacity, expertise, and influence to create jobs and raise living standards for people.
IFC’s mission in South Africa with its Country Management Unit is to advance economic development by encouraging the growth of private enterprise in developing countries. The organization aims to reduce poverty and improve people’s lives by fostering sustainable private-sector investment.
As Country Program Analyst you support IFC as follows:
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Assist in conducting research to identify opportunities in priority sectors for IFC growth and document potential impact stories;
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Support mapping of key sectors, events, and opportunities to expand IFC’s presence in new areas;
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Contribute to monthly and quarterly updates and briefs on the country program, including investment, advisory services, and country economics;
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Assist in preparing country briefs for senior management for meetings and visits;
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Help develop presentations, talking points, and background research for high-level meetings and events;
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Part of the Talent programme “Swiss Youth at the United Nations / World Bank Group“, this position is sponsored by the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO). An International UN Youth Volunteer contract ensures that travel, relocation and UN health insurance costs are covered. Additionally, a monthly living allowance is paid. Find more information in the UNV “Unified Conditions of Service” and the UNV “Entitlement calculator”.
Please find the full job description here:
More information
Skills required
For the programme:
- Swiss nationality;
- Master’s degree;
- Ideally 12 months of relevant professional experience (min. 3 months – max. 24 months);
- Max. 28 years old at the date of application;
- Excellent command of English and 2 official Swiss languages (one active = C1/C2, one passive = A2/B1);
- Proven interest in joining the international cooperation sector.
- Driving license for PHRD financed positions.
For this position:
- Master’s degree in Business Administration, International Relations, Communications, or a related field;
- Demonstrated interest and/or experience (ideally one year) in research and analysis, preferably within the finance or development sectors, through coursework, internships, or projects;
- Writing and presentation, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely;
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;
- Fluent in English.
Please find more details in the full job description.
We are committed to gender balance and encourage applications from qualified individuals of all genders. We also welcome applications from people with different gender identities and from people with different backgrounds, including sexual orientation, disability, cultural or religious background. We value an inclusive working environment that promotes equal opportunities and a non-discriminatory culture.
Important details regarding your application
Make sure your profile on cinfoPoste is complete and up to date:
- Motivation letter in English (not more than 3500 characters, to be inserted in the pop-up window when you click on ‘apply’)
- CV in English incl the exact length and the % of your employments
- Work certificates, diplomas and university credentials (as PDF) uploaded under the section “documents” in your login area
Find useful tips and resources related to UN applications on the cinfo website and read this article.
Application deadline: 22 April 2025
First round of interviews carried out by cinfo: between 13 May and 22 May 2025
Final selection: made by the host organisation based on cinfo’s recommendation and a second interview with them. Selected candidates will be informed towards the end of June 2025.
Onboarding and training: The onboarding process will start after the selection. Selected candidates will have to attend mandatory predeparture training in August.
Entry on duty: Departure is possible after the mandatory training. The final departure date will be discussed after the selection and depends on several factors.
Are you interested in the programme “Swiss Youth at the United Nations / World Bank Group“? Do you have specific questions about the process and how to apply? Join us on Zoom during our Live Q&A sessions on Thursday, 03 April at 5.00pm or Thursday, 17 April at 12pm. More information about the sessions via this link.
Any questions? Contact Roman Twerenbold and Michal Habegger, cinfo’s Recruitment Specialists, [email protected]
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