JOB DESCRIPTION

Build a career with impact. Working at the World Bank Group (WBG) provides a unique opportunity to help countries solve their greatest development challenges. As one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, the WBG is a unique partnership of five global institutions dedicated to ending poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, the WBG works with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges. 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. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2025, IFC committed a record $71.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging private sector solutions, and mobilizing private capital to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. For more information, visit www.ifc.org. IFC’s Advisory Services in Public Private Partnerships (C3P) is focused on assisting governments to develop and bring to market public-private partnerships primarily in infrastructure and social sectors. In Brazil, among other initiatives, C3P has a partnership with the Brazilian Development Bank (Banco Nacional de Desenvolvimento Economico e Social – BNDES) and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) (the Private Sector Partnership Program – PSP Program) to jointly develop such projects. C3P is seeking to recruit an Associate Investment Officer (AIO) or Investment Officer (IO), to be based in São Paulo, Brazil; who will report to the head of the C3P Program in Brazil. AIOs and IOs are often the project leaders of multidisciplinary teams and professionals who have expertise in the regions or sectors in which C3P does business. The overall goal of the job holder is to maximize the impact of IFC’s intervention and to contribute to the regional and/or sector/industry development in IFC’s countries of operation by executing innovative, developmental and financially sustainable PPP advisory mandates with Brazilian public sector clients.

The appointee will be able to demonstrate: • MBA or equivalent degree in business, finance or economics; • At least 4 to 7 years experience in business consulting, project finance, investment banking and/or infrastructure economics, with good knowledge, networks and credibility within the business and governmental communities, especially in Brazil; • Deep understanding of the infrastructure business and experience in working with different infrastructure sub-sectors; • Understanding of public-private partnerships (PPPs) and different structures for engaging the private participation in the delivery of infrastructure services; • Strong track record of contractual and/or financial closings of infrastructure transactions; • Experience in dealing with government clients, investors and multiple stakeholders of infrastructure projects; • Experience in successfully managing diverse project teams in multiple transactions; • Strong financial, analytical and modeling skills; sound business judgment; ability to find creative solutions to accommodate different interests. Experience in reviewing legal documents and/or technical studies will be a plus; • Proficiency in English and Portuguese. Spanish would be a plus; • Excellent communication skills both written and oral, including the ability to convey ideas and positions clearly; • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and develop relationships; • Leadership, coaching and mentoring skills; • Willingness to travel extensively; • Motivated and enthusiastic about the opportunities and challenges of sustainable development.

WBG Culture Attributes:

1. Sense of Urgency – Anticipating and quickly reacting to the needs of internal and external stakeholders. 2. Thoughtful Risk Taking – Taking informed and thoughtful risks and making courageous decisions to push boundaries for greater impact. 3. Empowerment and Accountability – Engaging with others in an empowered and accountable manner for impactful results.

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.

Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements

Organization: World Bank Group