Investment Analyst – GE  

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 Financial Institutions Group (FIG), one of IFC’s industry departments, supports projects in numerous financial sub sectors, partners with local financial institutions, develops domestic and regional equity and debt markets and introduces new financing instruments. The goal is to develop efficient financial systems that will increase financial inclusion and fuel economic growth in client countries and enhance IFC’s developmental impact. 

FIG advisory team in Central Asia and Turkey (CAT) region is now looking to recruit an Investment Analyst to support upstream advisory (US/AS) projects in the financial sector in CAT, setting the stage for investment transactions that introduce novel concepts, shape markets and drive impact.

Roles and Responsibilities

Business Development & Client Delivery

•  Support Business Development Activities: Support upstream/advisory project design and implementation across a range of initiatives carried out by the FIG Upstream Advisory team in Central Asia and Türkiye (CAT) region. Assist with business development activities in CAT by conducting initial market research and contributing to the development of business development strategies. 

•  Sector and Market Research: Undertake comprehensive research and analysis on relevant sectors, markets, and companies within Central Asia and Türkiye, including market mapping, peer analysis, and preparing sector and company financial projections or models.

•  Outreach Material Preparation: Prepare high-quality presentations, client pitch-books, briefs, and other outreach materials tailored for various audiences, including clients, development partners, and internal stakeholders.

•  Workshop Organization: Support the organization of workshops across the Central Asia and Türkiye region, and play an active role in organizing committees, contributing to the preparation of relevant materials and logistics for these fora.

•  Knowledge Management and Exchange: Facilitate knowledge sharing and continuous engagement with regional and global teams, as well as relevant experts within IFC and the broader World Bank Group (WBG), fostering strong relationships between stakeholders in the CAT region.

•  Client Assessment:  Support the mapping and prioritization of prospective clients by appraising clients in terms of credit worthiness, integrity due diligence, relevance for investment pipeline, etc.

Project Management

•  Support for Project Leads (PLs): Assist Project Leads with various project management tasks, such as preparing concept notes for new projects, drafting supervision reports for ongoing projects, and compiling completion reports for finished projects across Central Asia and Türkiye.

•  Support to technical experts: Backstop to consultants implementing technical workstreams with analytical support, client interaction and logistical support as needed.  

•  Compliance and Portfolio Quality: Ensure all new projects within the CAT region adhere to portfolio quality requirements, manage internal project approval processes, oversee project budgets, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for each project. 

•  Data Analysis and Reporting: Collect, analyze, and interpret operational data related to IFC projects, portfolio performance, and financial indicators, providing insights and recommendations to management.

•  Project Monitoring and Evaluation: Assist in monitoring the progress and impact of IFC projects, ensuring they meet set objectives and timelines, and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

•  Stakeholder Coordination: Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, financial institutions, and other IFC departments, to support project execution and resolve operational issues.

•  Compliance and Quality Control: Ensure that all projects adhere to IFC policies, procedures, and operational guidelines, maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.

•  Procurement and Service Provider Management: Facilitate the procurement and management of professional service providers by drafting Terms of Reference (TORs), managing internal procurement procedures, and overseeing deliverables, payments, and participation in operational missions.

•  Support for Ad Hoc Activities: Handle additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to ensure the successful execution and achievement of objectives for the Financial Institutions Group (FIG) Advisory Services (AS) and Upstream (US) programs in the Central Asia and Türkiye (CAT) region. 

Portfolio support

•  Collaborate closely with the FIG investment team to ensure successful conversion from upstream/advisory projects to investment transactions. Support processing of transaction concepts enabled by upstream work.   

•  Support investment teams on both new transactions as well as portfolio monitoring activities as required.

Selection Criteria

•  Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, International Relations, Science, Engineering, or other relevant field. MBA or Masters degree preferred.

•  A minimum of 4 years work experience with a leading management consultancy, financial institution with a proven track record (international exposure desired).

•  Genuine commitment to development and to the World Bank Group and IFC’s mission, strategy and values.

•  Strong analytical and quantitative, research, and problem-solving skills as well as sound business judgment.

•  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 and Russian (knowledge of additional language of CAT region countries is a plus, but not critical). 

•  Familiarity with the World Bank Group/IFC will be an advantage.

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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