Investment Analyst, Infrastructure Africa at International Finance Corporation (IFC)

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 to 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 investment;
• 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;
• Up to 4 years prior experience in project and credit analysis with a major financial institution, consulting company or large corporation a plus, although 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; and
• Excellent communication skills in English a must, knowledge of French and / or Portuguese a plus.

Women are particularly encouraged to apply. For Corporate information, please visit www.ifc.org. Please be aware that only selected candidates will be contacted.