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 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.

The Infrastructure and Natural Resources (INR) Industry is one of IFC’s key strategic priorities. The team delivers financial and technical support to clients in the power, transport, telecom, municipal & environmental infrastructure, and mining 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 resource issues.

IFC’s priorities in Asia for INR are: (i) grow business in the region and achieve strong profitability and impact; (ii) build new and nurture existing client relationships to make IFC the preferred partner for key clients; (iii) manage portfolio of assets for strong profitability and impact; (iv) support local companies, while improving transparency and corporate governance; (v) catalyze foreign investment, including through mobilization; (vi) introduce and develop new financial products; (vii) build long-term partnerships with strong regional players and (viii) develop client, sector and country-level solutions that can be scaled and replicated.

IFC’s INR team is seeking an Investment Analyst for the Asia Pacific region. The position is based in Manila, Philippines. The selected candidate will be supporting IFC’s infrastructure business in the East Asia and the Pacific Region, and in particular the Philippines. The role will involve supporting business development activities, executing debt and equity investments, and supervising portfolio investments in the infrastructure sector.

Role and Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of the Investment Analyst will primarily include:
Business Development
•  Conduct market and industry research and analysis.
•  Prepare sector mapping to target potential clients and business opportunities.
•  Identify key stakeholders as input to business development and client engagement planning.
•  Research prospective client companies for alignment with IFC’s strategic, financial and integrity criteria.
Transaction processing
•  Identify data collection needs to support the assessment of financial, operational, development impact, and market information as well as relevant environment, social and governance matters. Coordinate with the client to obtain needed information.
•  Analyze financial statements/projections, build financial models and run sensitivities, with accountability for its factual accuracy.
•  Analyze and synthesize debt pricing benchmarks and equity trading comparable.
•  Gather and summarize project/sector/country benchmarking information to be used to capture lessons learned, with accountability for factual accuracy.
•  Prepare internal documents, with supervision, for investment committee.
•  Leverage basic knowledge of IFC’s policies and procedures, to ensure approval system workflow and document requirements are met.
Portfolio
•  Gather and summarize information on sectors and countries to support the portfolio team.
•  Perform credit and integrity risk rating assessments, covenant compliance reviews, and valuations and monitor changes to risk flags to determine performance assigned portfolio, with supervision.
•  Draft memos and process simple waivers, amendments, and equity sales memos based on guidance from a more senior investment officer.

 

Selection Criteria

•  Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent degree. 
•  3 years of work experience as an investment analyst in an international investment bank, commercial bank, private equity firm, consulting, or asset management firm.
•  Demonstrated skill in financial statement analysis and financial modeling.
•  Ability to use graphics and tables to effectively and creatively present data.
•  Ability to demonstrate attention to detail, thoughtful scenarios analysis and diligence in the quality of work.
•  Ability to form relationships with counterparts at client companies and stakeholders to exchange information needed.
•  Highly motivated, committed to highest ethical standard, ability to work successfully in multicultural teams and across boundaries.
•  Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
•  Fluency in English required. Proficiency in additional languages 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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