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.

IFC’s Infrastructure Department for Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) is recruiting an Associate Investment Officer to work in helping identify business opportunities; support the structuring and execution of infrastructure investment transactions (project finance, corporate finance, equity and hybrid instruments); and actively manage portfolio investments in core infrastructure sectors (water, energy, transport, waste, municipal infrastructure and telecom). The new hire should be available to engage in infrastructure projects throughout the Southern Cone LAC region (including Argentina, Chile, Paraguay and Uruguay) but with a focus on Chile. The overall goal of the job holder is to perform the regular activities of an Associate at a Project Finance/Infrastructure department. The candidate is required to know and effectively use financial modeling, thus familiarity with Excel is a strict requirement, as well as with Spanish and English.

Willingness to travel is required. The appointee will be stationed in Santiago, Chile reporting to IFC’s Regional Lead for the Infrastructure team and to the LAC Infrastructure Regional Manager.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Support transaction teams during investment due diligence and execution. Prepare investment committee materials, evaluate, structure, negotiate, and close new transactions.
•  Draft and present memos of relevant early-stage investment opportunities for discussion with management.
•  Actively manage and/or support portfolio investments, including credit risk assessment, financial analysis, processing waivers, disbursements, etc.
•  Assist in mapping and screening business opportunities in infrastructure sectors; undertaking market research and performing corresponding integrity checks.
•  Build complex financial models from scratch, perform financial analysis, and/or provide quality control over financial analysis and projections developed by an analyst to evaluate the benefits and risks of investments.
•  Produce country and sector analysis, marketing materials, and pitch books.
•  Support the development of a strong pipeline of investment opportunities by anticipating market trends and employing sector/country knowledge.
•  Coordinate closely with social, environmental, legal, and technical specialists to add value to our clients’ businesses, find pragmatic solutions to specific sector challenges, and achieve sustainable development impact.
•  Support teams managing relationships with clients, global and regional private businesses, banking and multilateral partners, and government officials to further develop the sector and to develop specific investment opportunities.

Selection Criteria

The following are requirements (candidates will not be considered if they do not meet any of those):
•  A master’s degree in a related field of education, including business, finance, or economics, or an area of expertise specific to a sector or industry specialty.
•  Ability to conduct business in English and Spanish, both verbally and in writing.
•  4–8 years of relevant experience. Relevant experience could include project finance, private equity, or investment and commercial banking.
•  Strong knowledge of Excel and financial modeling, and ability to analyze and form conclusions on company financial information.

The following are highly desirable:
•  Experience in infrastructure transactions in Latin America and the Caribbean, particularly in Chile and the Southern Cone.
•  Genuine interest in, and knowledge of relevant infrastructure and regional sector trends.
•  Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively and independently with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds.
•  Highly motivated, and committed to the highest ethical standards.
•  Genuine commitment to sustainable development.
•  Interest in working in a multicultural work environment.
•  Proactivity to lead and take accountability for specific workstreams in the transaction processing.

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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