ABOUT THE COMPANY:

IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused exclusively on the private sector in developing countries.

JOB SUMMARY

 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. Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet.

The Disruptive Technologies and Venture Capital team (“CDFDT”) invests in VC funds and venture/early growth companies that offer innovative technologies or business models with high impact potential in the emerging markets.

CDFDT is seeking an experienced Investment Analyst to support the team’s transaction origination, execution and portfolio activities in the Latin America and the Caribbean region.

ROLES AND RESPONSABILITIES:

•  Participate in investment negotiations and due diligence for prospective investments.
•  Analyze financial statements, prepare financial models and overall investment financial analysis.
•  Conduct industry, market and company research.
•  Prepare project-related review documents for internal and external audiences.
•  Participate in all aspects of IFC’s project processing cycle from project development to disbursement.
•  Help supervise investments in portfolio companies and manage internal IFC procedures including preparation of portfolio reports and related information.
•  Support CDFDT’s Investment Officers on a regional and global basis.
•  Coordinate closely with IFC’s business risk functions to ensure maintenance of the highest environmental and social, and integrity standards.
•  Work in close coordination with industry and regional IFC colleagues.
•  Periodic travel may be required.

Selection Criteria

•  Bachelor’s or equivalent degree; candidates with strong technical or engineering background, coupled with financial knowledge, preferred.
•  2-5 year experience in investment banking, consulting or PE/VC, or Business Development with a technology company, preferred.
•  Strong financial, analytical and modeling skills.
•  Strong interest in developing markets, venture investing and emerging technology areas.
•  Strong familiarity with financial software applications (e.g.

Microsoft Office suite, research and financial databases, etc.) 
•  Ability to think independently, proactively address clients’ needs, analyze problems, identify and take lead on defining appropriate solutions.
•  Superior organizational and time management skills.
•  Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to work with people at all levels.
•  Good interpersonal communication, strong written and oral communications skills.
•  Ability to deal sensitively in multicultural environments and build effective working relations with colleagues.
•  Fluency in spoken and written English; Portuguese and/or Spanish language abilities desired.

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.

Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.

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