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Investment Analyst
| Job #: | req24732 |
| Organization: | IFC |
| Sector: | Investment |
| Grade: | GE |
| Term Duration: | 3 years 0 months |
| Recruitment Type: | Local Recruitment |
| Location: | Phnom Penh,Cambodia |
| Required Language(s): | English |
| Preferred Language(s): | |
| Closing Date: | 11/3/2023 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC |
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 in developing countries. In fiscal year 2023, IFC committed a record US$43.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economies grapple with the impacts of global compounding crises. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.
IFCs Financial Institutions Group (FIG) works through financial institutions to provide much-needed access to finance for millions of individuals and micro, small, and medium enterprises that we would never be able to reach directly. This is an important part of the World Bank Group strategy to end extreme poverty and build shared prosperity.
FIG Asia Pacific provides the strategic investment and advice needed by financial institutions to build a strong, engaged private sector and tackle the regions most pressing development challenges. We account for about 32 percent of FIGs Global investment portfolio, and our projects support micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), climate-smart projects, housing, insurance, supply chains, and digital finance. We demonstrate the business case for greater financial inclusion, particularly for women and other under-served segments of the community. Our tailored advice helps clients build capacity, strengthen risk management, and diversify and scale their product offerings. Stretching from the Pacific to South Asia, our projects are delivering on the IFC 3.0 agenda and enabling the region to fulfill its potential.
FIG Advisory / Upstream in Asia Pacific, the unit where this job is based, leverages on IFCs global presence, to drive thought leadership and deliver expert advice to our clients towards alleviating development challenges in our priority markets in the region through our financial sector intermediaries which are mainly banks, NBFIs, Micro finance institutions (MFIs), FinTechs, etc. Thematic areas of specialization where technical advice and deep engagements are delivered include SME Banking, Microfinance, Agri-finance, Risk Management, Supply Chain Finance, Digital Financial Services, Climate Finance, Gender Finance, Capital Markets and Housing.
The contract for this position has an initial duration of 3 years (renewable), with a one-year probation period and subject to be renewed. While the position is based in Phnom Penh, the Investment Analyst will be supporting the East Asia Pacific region, with a large concentration of work in Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand and the Pacific Islands.
Role & Responsibilities:
Provide research and analysis on relevant sectors, markets and companies, including market mapping, comparator analysis, and sector and company financial projections/models
Analyze historical and projected financial statements of companies within the sector
Extract data from internal and external databases, present data for various audiences and update/maintain information in relevant databases
Review, screen and prepare relevant documents and reports
Support the Advisory / Upstream team with overall project management, planning and monitoring of deliverables to ensure timely and quality delivery of the work program
Prepare documentation for IFC internal processes
Selection Criteria
Bachelors degree in business, Finance, Economics, International Relations, Science, Engineering, or other relevant field. MBA or Masters degree preferred
Up to 3 years work experience in banking, consulting or another fast-paced, knowledge-based work environment
Experience and good understanding in Capital markets products
Genuine commitment to development and to the World Bank Group and IFC’s mission, strategy and values
Strong analytical and conceptual skills including corporate/project finance
Ability to develop complex financial models
Advanced Excel, PowerPoint and database skills
Excellent attention to detail and quality
Ability to thrive under pressure and function effectively in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines, while working on multiple projects
Excellent teamwork skills, ability to take initiative and work across organizational boundaries
Strong written and verbal communications skills in English.
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.
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