Investment Officer – GF  

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 Department of Special Operations (CSO) is a group of highly experienced finance and restructuring specialists responsible for IFC’s distressed investment portfolio. CSO is tasked with maximizing recoveries on IFC investments, protecting IFC’s reputation and preserving the development impact of IFC’s investments by designing and implementing restructuring and recovery solutions for distressed credits globally.
 

This is a fast-paced opportunity to work with a small, experienced team of investment professionals at the International Finance Corporation. The position is for professionals who wish to work and travel internationally, covering all the industries and developing markets where IFC invests. The successful candidates will be exposed to a broad overview of the sectors in which IFC invests and its product offerings. The position is based in Washington, DC.

Successful candidates will work closely with experienced Special Operations Officers to develop and implement restructuring and recovery efforts for IFC debt and equity investments that have shown signs of distress. In addition, the candidates will be expected to develop an understanding of the dynamics of the regional portfolios in one or more sectors and to actively engage with the respective portfolio officers to explore areas of potential CSO value addition.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Review and analyze sophisticated financial models.
• Perform company financial analysis from a credit assessment perspective.
• Draft memoranda, reports, presentations and other documentation required for IFC internal supervision processes.
• Engage cross departmental staff (including Industry teams, Legal, Financial Operations, Credit, Syndications, etc.) as well as clients in connection to project work.
• Conduct industry and market research.
• Participate in restructuring/rescheduling and investment recovery negotiations.
• Keep the CSO KM systems updated with comprehensive and current project information.

Selection Criteria

• Academic background in finance, with an MBA or Master’s degree
• Relevant experience in restructuring/work out space. Exposure to multiple sectors is a plus, e.g. Minimum 6 years work experience financial industry, manufacturing, agribusiness and/or infrastructure
• Strong negotiation and transaction execution skills
• Sound business judgment and strong analytical skills
• Demonstrated passion for working internationally in developing countries and ability to travel accordingly
• Ability to build effective relationships with IFC’s investee clients
• Clear and nuanced oral and written communication skills including demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and tactfully to a variety of stakeholders
• Demonstrated teamwork skills with the potential to grow into leadership roles.

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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