Description

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 Caribbean Region is seeking an Associate Investment Officer (AIO) to support business development in Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Martin, St. Lucia, Trinidad and Tobago, and Suriname, collectively referred to as the English-speaking Caribbean (ESC). 

The AIO will work on selected countries in the ESC and help build IFC’s business activities across all industries, working closely with industry teams on the design, negotiation, structuring, and supervision of projects. The position will be based in Jamaica.  

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategy
•  Develop and maintain a good understanding of assigned countries in the ESC.
•  Contribute to the preparation of WBG strategy documents such as Country Private Sector Diagnostics and Country Partnership Frameworks.

Business development
•  Work with investment, advisory, upstream, and relevant WBG teams to roll out the IFC strategy and develop a strong project pipeline in the ESC.
•  Build and maintain relationships with the private sector and WBG colleagues to support business development and portfolio management.
•  Work as an integral part of investment teams on project structuring and execution.
•  Support missions/trips to the assigned countries.
•  Help prepare high-quality briefs and presentations for WBG senior management.

Portfolio management
•  Develop a good understanding of the portfolio, assist with resolving issues, and maintain good relationships with existing clients.

Selection Criteria

•  Master degree, preferably in finance, business administration, management, economics, or a similar field.
•  4 to 6 years of relevant experience, preferably in development, investment or commercial banking, public-private partnerships, management consulting, or operational experience in an investment and/or advisory role.
•  Experience or a strong interest in working in the ESC.
•  Strong analytical, credit, and financial modeling skills. Experience assessing the viability of business opportunities and risks will be an advantage.
•  Good understanding of IFC’s investment and advisory business lines and products.
•  Experience building successful relationships with clients.
•  Team player, collaborative, creative, client-oriented, driven to build the business in the ESC, and willing to travel frequently.
•  Excellent English language skills, written and oral.

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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