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. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.

IFC’s Africa Infrastructure Department is an open and dynamic team which delivers financial and technical support to clients in the power, transport, telecoms, municipal & environmental infrastructure, and natural resources sectors, from IFC’s own Balance Sheet and through mobilization of other capital. The department also seeks to maintain IFC, as part of the World Bank Group, at the cutting-edge of helping member countries find solutions to new and emerging infrastructure and natural resources issues.

The Africa Infrastructure Department is seeking to recruit an Investment Analyst to work closely with other investment staff to support the development, execution and monitoring of investments in the Africa region. This department is responsible for sourcing and executing investment transactions in power, transport, and utilities. Products range from debt (corporate and project finance) to mezzanine and equity.

The selected candidate will be based in Dakar, Senegal or Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.

Duties and Accountabilities

The responsibilities of the Investment Analyst include but are not limited to:

• Analyze financial statements and prepare financial models;

• Conduct industry, market and company research;

• Prepare project-related documents for internal and external audiences;

• Participate in all aspects of IFC’s project processing cycle from project development to disbursement;

• Participate in the execution of IFC’s project development investments with a strong focus on achieving bankable projects;

• Coordinate closely with environmental and social colleagues to ensure the maintenance of high environmental and social standards in IFC’s investments;

• Participate in investment negotiations;

• Supervise investments in portfolio companies; and

• Collaborate efficiently with a range of industry and regional IFC colleagues.

Selection Criteria

• At least Bachelor’s or equivalent university degree;

• 2 – 3 years’ full-time experience in project and credit analysis with a major financial institution, consulting company or large corporation is a plus, although very strong candidates with limited prior experience will also be considered.

• Strong financial, analytical and modeling skills.

• Team player with strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds.

• Interest in the World Bank Group and IFC’s mission, strategy and values.

• Excellent communication skill in both English and French is a must; and

• Local knowledge and experience in African markets is a plus.

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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