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 2022, IFC committed a record $32.8 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 Europe Infrastructure unit is an open and dynamic team of roughly forty professionals.  We are responsible for sourcing, collaborating/co-developing, executing, and supervising investments in the energy, transport, telecoms, and municipal & environmental infrastructure sectors.  We also enter into advisory engagements with our investee clients to enable and enhance the development impact of our investments.  We focus on projects and companies in Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Georgia, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Serbia and Ukraine.

We seek to hire an Associate Investment Officer, located in Vienna, Austria.  The Associate Investment Officer will work on business needs and activities throughout the region.  In line with the unit’s strategic priorities, we would expect climate finance and Ukraine-related project development/collaboration and investment to represent a sizeable portion of the selected candidates work program.

Role & Responsibilities :

We are looking for a dynamic individual with a passion for development finance to join our team based in our regional hub office in Vienna. The candidate will be an integral part of the Infrastructure team and support the growth of business in the region, with a particular focus on climate finance. The role and responsibilities of the position will include but not be limited to:

• Identify and assess Upstream opportunities based on client/market needs, country and sector strategies and market creation potential.
• Lead pre-investment and advisory projects with key clients in the region, in collaboration with and under guidance from senior team members.
• Lead selected investment transactions with key clients in the region, in collaboration with and under guidance from senior team members.
• Engage with the World Bank to identify and contribute to sector and regulatory reforms that support opportunities for private investment.
• Support program and portfolio management functions across the region.
• Disseminate and absorb knowledge and experience across the regional industry department and global teams to support adoption of new approaches and best practices.

Selection Criteria

• A Masters Degree, preferably with a specialization in Finance, Business, or Economics
• At least 5 years of experience in developing and/or financing infrastructure projects in an international setting
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills as well as sound business judgment to identify issues and present creative and practical solutions
• Demonstrated quantitative, financial analysis and modelling skills
• Enthusiasm for and commitment to development work and a keen interest in the climate and sustainability agenda
• Good understanding of the infrastructure sector (e.g. power, water and waste, transport, telecoms and IT) and ability to link policy reforms, advisory interventions, investment, and private capital mobilization to deliver solutions at a country level
• Ability to multi-task and deliver high-quality results under pressure
• Ability to work successfully in multicultural and diverse professional settings
• Excellent people skills, openness to feedback and new ideas, and ability to guide, and motivate others
• Willingness and ability to travel on short notice as required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are required.

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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.

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