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.

With climate change a strategic pillar of the IFC’s business, the Climate Business Department (CBD) is charged with helping IFC build its portfolio in climate business. CBD is a centrally positioned group responsible for supporting business development across IFC for climate projects, as well as positioning IFC externally (including with the Board and other MDBs) and coordinating with the World Bank Group.

The Climate Business Department is recruiting an Operations Officer to support the Senior Manager and industry specialists with industry research and analysis, product development, business development, marketing, and upstream project development and operational support. 

Duties and Accountabilities:

The position will be based in Washington, DC. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

•  Support the Senior Manager and Climate Industry Specialists in developing and presenting research related to renewable energy, energy storage, waste management, industrial decarbonization, and other emerging new Climate areas
•  Conduct market and company research that contributes to new product development and business development strategies for Climate Business
•  Develop presentations and pitchbooks, and marketing and communications materials as needed
•  Support product development and business development activities
•  Gather, synthesize, and manage data required for climate reports and presentations
•  Financial modeling and analysis for projects and initiatives
•  Contribute to Department thought leadership through the creation of content for talking points, blogs, social media, and podcasts
•  Promote CBD as a top-tier resource on climate and investment both internally and externally by contributing to strategy development, participation in climate initiatives with partners, and supporting department events.

Selection Criteria

•  Master’s degree in Business preferred. Masters degree in Engineering, Environmental Studies, International Relations, Development Economics may also be considered
•  CFA certification an advantage
•  Minimum 5 years of work experience related to climate business (renewable energy, energy storage, green buildings, climate finance, solid waste management, industrial decarbonization, circular economy, cleantech, agriculture). Familiarity with current developments and technologies in climate business sectors
•  Strong grasp of development finance and the role of the private sector in emerging market development. Understanding of IFC investment and advisory services, including measurement of development impact
•  Experience in research and market analysis
•  Excellent writing skills and verbal and visual communication skills (including mastery of PowerPoint, Excel, and Word)
•  Ability to deliver at a consistently high level under tight deadlines while managing multiple projects
•  Team player with strong client focus and proven capacity to build and manage effective relationships with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds
•  Demonstrated initiative, self-motivation, creative thinking, and a readiness to look for ways to add value
•  Fluent communication skills in both spoken and written English; additional languages skills (especially Spanish and French) are an advantage.

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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