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

Special Operations (CSO) comprises a group of highly experienced investment and restructuring specialists involved in work related to IFC’s distressed investment portfolio. CSO’s traditional work entails designing and implementing workouts in the form of financial restructurings and a host of other solutions that preserve to the extent possible, IFC development impact on jeopardy as well as potentially distressed investments. CSO undertakes its workouts either independently or jointly with portfolio management units.

CSO investment analysts are an integral part of a project team and are given high levels of responsibility and broad exposure to the many aspects of CSO work. They are typically recruited on two-year term contracts extendable to a maximum of five years. Upon completion of their contracts, CSO
investment analysts normally leave to pursue a graduate degree or additional work experience, while a select number are promoted directly to Associate Investment Officer positions if they already have a relevant master’s degree.

The CSO analyst position will be based in IFC’s Vienna office covering Southern and Eastern Europe, Central Asia, Middle East and North Africa. There may also be work involving other regions where IFC
operates in. This role represents an unusual opportunity to work in an international environment on recovery/restructuring solutions involving investment projects across more than 30 countries and across diverse industries.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Review and analyze complex financial models.
• Perform company financial analysis from a credit assessment perspective.
• Draft memoranda, reports, presentations and other documentation required for IFC internal supervision processes.
• Engage cross departmental staff (including Industry teams, Legal, Financial Operations, Credit, Syndications, etc.) as well as Clients in connection to project work.
• Conduct industry and market research.
• Participate in restructuring/rescheduling and investment recovery negotiations.
• Maintain CSO knowledge management platforms, making sure that project and other information is complete and up to date.

Selection Criteria

• Bachelor’s or equivalent degree.
• 2 to 5 years of work experience in a financial institution, consultancy firm or other finance-related field.
• Knowledge of corporate/project finance and financial modeling. Some experience in restructuring work is a strong plus.
• Superior analytical skills: ability to analyze financial statements and complex financial models.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Solid written and oral communication skills.
• Capacity to show initiative and take responsibility for own actions.
• Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to function effectively and collaboratively in a team environment as well as individually.
• Fluency in English. Proficiency in one or more other languages used in the region is a plus including, but not limited to, Arabic, French or Russian.

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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