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Investment Analyst - Investment
International Finance Corporation (IFC)
Investment
Full-time
Job Expired 24 Sep 2024
Expired
Posted 4 weeks ago
Job Description

 

 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. For more information, please visit www.ifc.org.

The Europe and South Caucasus Infrastructure unit is an open and dynamic team, which develops, advises, structures and invests in infrastructure across a number of sectors including power, transportation, telecom, technology, urban infrastructure and utilities.  We are looking to hire an Investment Analyst, located in Belgrade, Serbia to support business needs throughout the entire region.

Investment Analysts work closely with IFC’s Investment Officers, who are responsible for the design, negotiation, structuring, and subsequent supervision of the Corporation’s investment projects. Investment Analysts work with Investment Officers in sector mapping and strategy, identification and analysis of new investment opportunities, executing deals, advising private companies on restructuring and using new financial instruments (e.g. risk management tools). They also work with Investment Officers in the regular, periodic supervision of IFC’s debt and equity investments, including the preparation, evaluation and execution of, amongst other (i) waivers and amendments; (ii) debt rescheduling and/or restructuring transactions; and (iii) equity sales.  

Duties and Accountabilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

•  Build and analyze financial models, including sensitivity and scenario analyses;
•  Analyze historical and projected financial statements;
•  Conduct industry and market research and assist in IFC’s business development efforts;
•  Create pitchbooks and proposals for clients;
•  Review company information and prepare reports on periodic financial statements, project progress reports, and other information submitted by clients;
•  Prepare documentation for IFC internal processes;
•  Participate in investments negotiations; and
•  Participate in the active monitoring of investments in portfolio companies, including monitoring of compliance with IFC financial, environmental, insurance and legal requirements.

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Selection Criteria

  A bachelor’s degree preferably with a specialization in Finance, Business, Economics or another relevant field;
• Ideally 2+ years work experience in advisory, investment/corporate banking, project finance, infrastructure project development, equity investing or related field, with a proven track record of projects (international exposure desired);
•  Experience in infrastructure-related projects will be a plus;
•  Strong analytical and problem solving skills as well as sound business judgment to identify issues and present creative and practical solutions;
•  Facility to work successfully in multicultural teams and across boundaries;
•  Demonstrated quantitative, financial analysis and modelling skills;
•  Demonstrated teamwork skills;
•  Proactive initiative taker;
•  Ability to manage and complete multiple projects/tasks simultaneously and to meet deadlines under pressure;
•  Keen interest in emerging markets;
•  Willingness and ability to travel on short notice as required;
•  Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Fluency in English is required. Fluency in a language spoken in the Western Balkans is a plus.

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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