Location: Paraguay The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who unite to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our people find purpose and do what they love in an inclusive, collaborative, agile, and rewarding environment. About this position We are looking for an experienced economist to join our team at the Country Office of Paraguay. You must demonstrate a passion for development, proficiency in applied macro/micro/econometric advanced concepts, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and strong policy skills. Furthermore, you must be a driven, creative, and great teammate. What you will do: - Working independently with limited oversight, you will: - Lead the economic, social, and political surveillance in Paraguay, in close coordination with Sector Specialists and the Country Department Southern Cone (CSC) Economic Team– emphasis on interpreting macroeconomic and financial trends. - Prepare high-quality conjuncture analysis, risk assessments, and outlook reports (in both written and data visualization formats), applying appropriate methodologies and datasets. Perform debt sustainability analysis. - Contribute to applied economic research using robust theoretical and/or empirical tools to generate policy evidence relevant to Paraguay and other Southern Cone countries, contributing to the IDB's operational work. - Make technical contributions to project teams by integrating, analyzing, and interpreting complex and diverse information. - Identify research topics for the Bank's Country Strategy and for the design and implementation of the Bank's program in the country. Identify critical areas for the Bank's dialogue with the country and the agenda needed to sustain this dialogue. Coordinate the evaluation, preparation, and monitoring of progress and results of the Country Strategy. - Participate in economic policy dialogue and broad discussions on substantive development issues with policymakers in Paraguay, influencing policy discussion through advanced knowledge of sector and/or economic issues. - Build networks with international organizations, academic institutions, government officials, and professional bodies to exchange information, promote research initiatives, and expand the influence of the IDB. - Foster and nurture strategic partnerships with other IDB Group areas and external counterparts to advance a wide range of multi-sectorial and applied knowledge products/activities. - Contribute to disseminating analytical work, promoting cooperative research initiatives, and discussing policy issues within and outside the Bank. - Work as a multidisciplinary team member, collaborating to execute technical cooperation and/or knowledge products. - Attend meetings on behalf of the Country Representative and help fulfill ad hoc requests received by the Country Representative. - Guide, coach, and mentor junior staff to develop technical expertise. What you'll need: - Education: Master's degree in Economics, International Development, or Public Policy, PhD is preferred. - Experience: Minimum of five years of relevant experience in economic research, economic monitoring, and analysis of economic information. Validated knowledge of standard debt analysis techniques, balance of payments, current account, and sustainability analysis. Experience in policy issues and development problems in the countries of the region. It would be a plus if you also have experience working in or with the IDB, including knowledge of its policies and procedures, as well as good management of econometrics software (STATA, MATLAB, etc.). - Languages: Proficiency in Spanish and English. Technical track: - Learn continuously - Collaborate and share knowledge - Focus on clients - Communicate and influence - Innovate and try new things Requirements - Citizenship: You are a citizen of one of our [48-member countries](https://www.iadb.org/en/about-us/how-are-we-organized?open_accordion=9). We may offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your eligible dependents. - Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab. Type of contract and duration - International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement. What we offer The IDB Group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employee's life. These benefits include: - A competitive compensation package, including an annual base salary expressed on a net-of-tax basis. - Leaves and vacations: 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + gender- neutral parental leave. - Health Insurance: IDB Group provides employees and eligible dependents with a robust medical benefits program that covers medical, dental, vision, preventive care, and prescription drugs. - Pension plan: defined benefit pension plan that provides financial security and support employees in planning for their future. - We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family when it applies. - Hybrid and flexible work schedules. - Health and well-being: Access to our Health Services Center that provides preventive care and health education for employees. - Development support: We offer tools to boost your professional profile, such as mentoring, 1:1 professional counseling, training and learning opportunities, language classes, mobility options, among others. - Other perks: Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, Spouse Career Program, and others. Our culture At the IDB Group, we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work, willing to try new approaches without fear, and where they are accountable and rewarded for their actions. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) are at the center of our organization. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and encourage women, LGBTQ+ people, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at diversity@iadb.org to request reasonable accommodation to complete this application. Our Human Resources Team reviews carefully every application. About the IDB Group The IDB Group, composed of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), IDB Invest, and the IDB Lab, offers flexible financing solutions to its member countries to finance economic and social development through lending and grants to public and private entities in Latin America and the Caribbean. About IDB The Inter-American Development Bank is devoted to improving lives. Established in 1959, the IDB is a leading source of long-term financing for economic, social, and institutional development in Latin America and the Caribbean. The IDB also conducts cutting-edge research and provides policy advice, technical assistance, and training to public and private sector clients throughout the region. 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Purpose of the Job The Associate Banker contributes to all phases of the project cycle, including project origination, structuring, execution, and implementation and monitoring. The Associate Banker will take responsibility for those tasks assigned to him/her by the operation leader (?OL?), which may include undertaking comprehensive due diligence, including financial, market, integrity and EBRD policy compliance, as well as effective post-signing implementation and monitoring. The Associate Banker carries out these tasks as part of a project team under the guidance of an operation leader or under the supervision/guidance of more senior bankers or the team Director. The Associate Banker role may also include elements of business/pipeline development, client management and policy dialogue. Background The project life-cycle involves several stages from origination to signing, followed by implementation and monitoring until full completion and repayment or exit. All the stages involve different tasks such as business marketing, project due diligence analysis, structuring and approval, negotiation and signing of project agreements, disbursement and monitoring. The role of the Associate Banker is to contribute, as a project team member, to the structuring, implementation and monitoring of debt and equity transactions, and their effective implementation and monitoring in line with the Bank's operational objectives. Under the guidance of the operation leader and/or more senior bankers, the Associate Banker performs those tasks assigned to him/her. The Associate Banker may also co-ordinate the work of more junior team members and interacts with internal and external counterparts as required. Accountabilities and Responsibilities Under the guidance of the operation leader or a more senior banker: - Structuring and Execution - Work as a project team member on transactions, contributing to all aspects of project structuring and execution, including working with client counterparts, consultants and other parties to progress the project; - be the primary driver of the scope and quality of project due diligence, including financial, market, integrity and EBRD policy compliance; - Work as a project team member on carrying out a thorough technical analysis covering qualitative and quantitative elements, in order to complete a risk/return assessment; - prepare internal project documentation, including approval project memoranda, financial models, draft term sheets, presentations, etc. as and when required; - take responsibility, as Technical Cooperation (?TC?) operation leader, to design and process technical co-operation assistance, ensuring that TC processing and approval fits with the approval schedule of any related investment project or the related policy dialogue initiative; - ensure that all tasks within his/her are completed within the specified time frames to a high standard and in line with the policies, procedures and objectives of the Bank. - Portfolio Monitoring, Value Creation and Reporting - Take responsibility for the implementation and monitoring of all projects to which the Associate Banker is assigned, including compliance with project agreements and Bank procedures related to disbursement; monitoring of progress of the project implementation and financial performance of the client; assessing evolving risk factors and monitoring and assessing covenant compliance, in the case of more senior Associate's they may become the OL for the project once it is in implementation and/or monitoring phase; - prepare timely and comprehensive monitoring reports and include recommendations for corrective actions where required and ensure these proposed corrective actions and recommendations are brought to the attention of more senior team members; - as a project team member perform all such tasks as may be assigned by the operation leader and provide constructive advice, guidance and supervision to more junior members of the project team. Business Development - Assist, as required, with marketing and business development efforts. Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience - Bachelor's degree. Master's degree or equivalent experience in the areas of expertise preferred. - Professional qualification such as ACA, CFA, ACCA, or CIMA desirable. - Strong quantitative/numerical skills are critical with the ability to interpret financial information and to design and use financial models. - Credit analysis skills, with the ability to interpret accounts, understanding local and international accounting principles and practice of credit analysis. - Computer literacy, conversant with Microsoft Office and spread sheet packages including financial analysis and modelling modules. - Excellent understanding of relevant internal systems and processes. - Ability to work effectively as a team member and to deadlines and under time pressure. Experience & Knowledge: - Relevant financial industry experience from an investment or commercial bank, private equity firm, asset management firm, or auditing/financial consulting firm operating to international standards. - Relevant experience in structuring and execution of deals in the areas of structured finance products and/or equity projects and/or digitalisation-financing projects is desirable. - Relevant experience in cash flow modelling and financial modelling, legal documentation work, rating agency interaction. - Practical experience of participating in transactions through the full project life cycle. - Exposure to industry/country experience. - Good understanding of the economic drivers of securitization / structured finance transactions. - Prior exposure to different asset classes (i.e. SME, RMBS, consumers, auto) and/or structuring securitization for regulatory capital relief. What is it like to work at the EBRD? Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation, and use your talents to make a real difference to people's lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in. The EBRD environment provides you with: - Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in; - A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity; - An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do. Diversity is one of the Bank's core values which are at the heart of everything it does. A diverse workforce with the right knowledge and skills enables connection with our clients, brings pioneering ideas, energy and innovation. The EBRD staff is characterised by its rich diversity of nationalities, cultures and opinions and we aim to sustain and build on this strength. As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. As an inclusive employer, we promote flexible working and expecting our employee to attend the office 50% of their working time. Right to Work in the UK: Swiss nationals (and all other non-UK employees) can work in the UK without a Visa - working at the EBRD gives all employees "exempt status". The Bank however encourages all non-UK employees to obtain an Exempt Vignette (EV) prior to relocating to the UK, as without an EV you may face more questions at Border Control and when required to show evidence of their exempt status when renting accommodation under the Right to Rent legislation. The application process may take 3 – 4 weeks approx. outside of the UK. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: - Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation). 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Purpose of the Job The Senior Officer, PODD (Procurement & Operational Delivery Department) is responsible for supporting procurement activities. The Senior Officer will contribute to the development and implementation of procurement processes that generate cost and operationally effective contracts for the EBRD. Background PODD provides the Bank's staff with services in all areas of the Bank, HQ and ROs related to procurement for the daily operation of the Bank as well as the consultancy services required to provide critical expertise in delivering the Bank's mandate. PODD is required to ensure the continuing optimal efficiency, cost effectiveness and timely completion of procurement processes to support the Bank in the most efficient use of available funding and high quality delivery of its mandate. Protecting the Bank's reputation as counterparty, PODD must deliver while meeting the requirements of transparency, fairness and accountability in the entire procurement and contract implementation processes. PODD adds value through appropriate, timely and effective procurement and through active contract / supplier management and an ongoing assessment of value for money, working closely with internal clients to deliver a continuous improvement approach to procurement and supplier management activities, and maintain up-to-date market knowledge in order to respond to both new requirements and to identify opportunities for enhanced value for money. PODD works with Procurement Policy & Advisory Department (PPAD) to ensure a common approach is taken by the Bank to procurement undertaken by the Bank's clients and for the Bank's own requirements. Accountabilities and Responsibilities Under the guidance of PODD management the Senior Officer PODD is responsible for: - Provide demand driven operational support across all categories of procurement that represent best practice procurement, respond to operational needs and comply with the Bank's Policy, Directive and Procedures; - Support direct and low value/low complexity sourcing requirements. - Undertake low value/low complexity contracting both on the Bank's standard terms or using supplier terms. - Provide support on high value/high complexity procurement processes. e.g. analysis of bids received from suppliers under guidance of senior team members. - Maintain effective and professional working relationships with internal stakeholders and where relevant participate in project teams established to manage specific procurement projects. - Provide support to the analysis of spend data. - Contribute to the collation and review of market data in relation to specific procurement projects - Validation of data in SMART and analysis of data integrity checks (D&B, Worldcheck etc.) - Provide documentation and logistics support during procurement events and to support PODD's participation in internal governance processes (e.g. Grant Review, ITGC etc.) Knowledge and Skills & Experience - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in the areas of expertise. - Skilled in organising, scheduling, planning and co-ordinating own work with a degree of initiative and judgement, reliability, resourcefulness and flexibility to perform a variety of tasks and set priorities, with a good sense of time management and the ability to re-organise workload when faced with changing priorities; - Numeric and Concern for Accuracy, proven numeric ability with the capacity to ensure a high degree of accuracy and quality in work delivered is essential; - Results Orientation, self-motivated individual able to set goals and priorities; - Communication Skills, ability to communicate at all levels, both in written and verbal formats. Proven report writing and drafting skills as well as a pleasant and efficient telephone manner; - Interpersonal Skills, able to understand, respect and respond appropriately, using tact, patience and diplomacy, to the behaviour, concerns and motives of counterparts (internal client and external suppliers); - Ability to handle confidential and sensitive issues with discretion, and instill trust in counterparts; - Team Player, committed to supporting the achievements of PODD's mission and objectives and the willingness to put the goal of the Department before personal goals, and build effective, cooperative relationships with immediate team members to foster an efficient approach based on mutual knowledge sharing; - Acting with fiduciary responsibility and integrity; What is it like to work at the EBRD? Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation, and use your talents to make a real difference to people's lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in. The EBRD environment provides you with: - Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in; - A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity; - An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do. Diversity is one of the Bank's core values which are at the heart of everything it does. A diverse workforce with the right knowledge and skills enables connection with our clients, brings pioneering ideas, energy and innovation. The EBRD staff is characterised by its rich diversity of nationalities, cultures and opinions and we aim to sustain and build on this strength. As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. As an inclusive employer, we promote flexible working and expecting our employee to attend the office 50% of their working time. Right to Work in the UK: Swiss nationals (and all other non-UK employees) can work in the UK without a Visa - working at the EBRD gives all employees "exempt status". The Bank however encourages all non-UK employees to obtain an Exempt Vignette (EV) prior to relocating to the UK, as without an EV you may face more questions at Border Control and when required to show evidence of their exempt status when renting accommodation under the Right to Rent legislation. 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UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up. For every child, innovate... How can you make a difference? Background The UNICEF Office of Innovation (OOI) is a new office for UNICEF with the main office in Stockholm and hub offices being established in Helsinki, Copenhagen, Geneva and Barcelona. UNICEF's Innovative Finance Hub, based in Helsinki, aims to catalyze global capital in support of children to fill the SDG gap and radically accelerate progress towards the SDGs. We sit at a unique vantage point where an organization working on global issues meets the startup thinking, new ideas, and partners to turn this energy into scalable solutions. We aim to understand and solve a pressing challenge: why is finance not working for children? On one hand, the funding gap to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) continues to grow (currently at over 4 trillion USD!), where children are particularly vulnerable to the educational, health, protection and climate challenges the SDGs try to address. On the other hand, children are seldom considered in the investment practices of investors, even the most responsible and socially conscious ? even though virtually all companies have material impacts on children lives, as consumers, through their employed parents and caregivers, as community members and as future leaders. To continue our expanding work, the Innovative Finance Hub is looking for two Innovative Financing Interns reporting to both the Programme Specialist and the Senior Analyst, Innovative Finance, as part of the core team driving Innovative Financing strategies. How can you make a difference? In support of the 2022-25 Strategic Plan, UNICEF has launched its Global Innovative Finance for Children (IF4C) Strategy and is ramping up coordinated endeavors to foster and promote the wider use of IF. As part of this strategy, the Innovative Finance Hub works on two Pathways ? Emerging Fundraising, and Innovative Financing, where this internship will sit. At the Innovative Financing Pathway, we develop solutions around the integration of children in investors' sustainability and human rights practices, across asset classes (including private and public equities). Our work entails the translation of child rights into policies, recommendations and practices for investors and their investees to respect child rights and simultaneously drive investment with a positive impact for children. Our core project in this regard is child-lens investing, an investing approach to position children in the investor agenda. You can learn more of child-lens investing here: The two Innovative Financing Interns will provide a broad support on innovative finance projects. The expectation is to introduce the interns to UNICEF's work on Innovative Financing and involve them in support functions with the team, following a learning-by-doing model. Main Duties / Responsibilities After a comprehensive onboarding, candidates will be expected to perform support functions including: - Research and analysis: including desktop research around sustainable finance frameworks, consolidation of databases for contacts and pipeline partners; as well as dedicated research support deep-diving in agreed areas of work around child-lens investing (public and private equity investors, regulations, etc.). - Internal Support: including targeted support to project manager around a variety of topics on child-lens investing, Innovative Finance (i.e: development of Briefing Notes and presentations for senior management and key external events and stakeholders) - Communications: Coordinate with IF Hub Communications team to align core messaging and deliver timely social media and external outreach when launching new products and reports. - Team Overall Support: Given the diverse range of projects within the IF Hub, the intern may be called upon to assist with various tasks related to innovative finance, either directly or indirectly, as needed. Expected Deliverables - Report of activities supported during 6-month process, including internal support, communications and other support functions as agreed with supervisor. - Presentation materials, analysis reports, and communication support as requested by the team. - Research briefs on sustainable finance frameworks, a database of contact and partners, and other research agendas as agreed with supervisor. Please see detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) TOR Innovative Financing Interns April 30 2024.pdf Essential Requirements/Educational Background - Be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree programme or have graduated within the past two years, in any of the following design disciplines: Finance, Business Administration, International Development, or a related field. - Previous work experience, including internships, in the finance and/or sustainable finance (ESG, impact investing, etc.) field would be considered an asset. - Demonstrated interest working with sustainable finance or related field is desirable, including solid understanding of financial concepts, including sustainable finance, impact investing and ESG. - Strong capacity to work effectively in inter-divisional teams. - Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal and communications skills. - Ability to conceptualize, plan and execute ideas as well as to manage projects. - Fluency in English is required. The candidate must have good interpersonal skills (liaising with people of many different nationalities) and organizations skills. The candidate must show commitment to the UNICEF core values of care, respect, integrity, trust, accountability, and sustainability. For more information on UNICEF core values, click here. Languages Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Proficiency in any other UN languages is considered an asset (French, Russian, Arabic, Spanish, Chinese). Conditions: - Age: Interns must be at least 18 years - Have good academic performance as demonstrated by recent university or institution records. - Have no immediate relatives (e.g. father, mother, brother, sister) working in any UNICEF office. - Have no other relatives in the line of authority which the intern will report to. - Individuals must have proof of medical insurance covering the time and location of their internship. - Individuals are expected to provide their own laptop. - Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend (unless already in receipt of any support for the internship from a third party). - Individuals must fund their own travel and living expenses. - Individuals are responsible for arranging any visa or immigration requirements. Employment: There is no expectancy of employment at the end of the internship. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have? - Have good academic performance as demonstrated by recent university or institution records. - Have no immediate relatives (e.g., father, mother, brother, sister) working in any UNICEF office. - Have no other relatives in the line of authority which the intern will report to. - Individuals must have proof of medical insurance covering the time and location of their internship. - This internship can be delivered on a full-time or part-time commitment. - Individuals are expected to provide their own laptop. - Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend (unless already in receipt of any support for the internship from a third party). - Individuals must fund their own travel and living expenses. - Individuals are responsible for arranging any visa or immigration requirement. For every Child, you demonstrate... UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values. During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here. UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. Remarks: UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable graduates are encouraged to apply. UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. 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IFCa member of the World Bank Groupis 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 has embarked on an ambitious growth strategy (IFC 3.0) to stimulate more investment activity, especially in low-income countries and fragile and conflict situations. This strategy calls for generating our own investment opportunities by proactively working 'Upstream' to create, deepen, and expand markets and to imagine, design and implement investment projects. It requires taking a systematic approach to understanding the regulatory and sector bottlenecks that prevent the flow of private capital into productive investment in our member countries and addressing these bottlenecks through World Bank Group (WBG) engagement on policy reforms and programmatic interventions at the country and sector level. It also requires capacity to leverage WBG programs and projects to (i) develop our own proactive sector interventions and (ii) to imagine and design self-standing projects even in the absence of reforms. IFC has created Regional Upstream Units in the Regional Industry Departments (Financial Institutions Group, Infrastructure, and Manufacturing, Agribusiness & Services) to identify the relevant market / investment gaps, and how they can be closed by addressing regulatory / sectoral / transaction blockages. These Units are mandated to develop and incubate impactful a multi-year pipeline of market opportunities and bankable projects. IFC is seeking a Principal Industry Specialist, Infrastructure, to help drive the Upstream work for the sector in the region and in particular to support investment staff, focusing specifically on the hydropower sector, and primarily in Africa (with scope to support other regions where possible). The job holder will be based in Nairobi and report to the Regional Upstream and Advisory Manager for INR Africa. Duties and Responsibilities: The roles and responsibilities of the position will include but not be limited to: • Support the development of new hydropower projects in Africa, and worldwide, and lead their technical appraisal to identify strengths and weaknesses to support IFC's decision-making process. Such appraisals include site visits, supervision of consultants, review of major contracts (PPA, EPC, FSA, O&M and concession) and presentation of key operational and capital assumptions for incorporation in financial models undertaken by investment staff. • Work with country and sector teams to generate ideas about new Hydropower investment opportunities, new products and platform businesses by leveraging sector-specific data analysis, stress-testing various operating models, dialogue with stakeholders, and information sharing across the WBG. • Work with the World Bank to identify and implement sector and regulatory reforms that are needed to unlock hydropower opportunities for private investment, including leveraging the Bank's lending program. • Support portfolio management: review technical aspects of IFC's portfolio of hydropower investments, including field inspection as necessary, assist in resolving operational weaknesses and provide advice for project enhancements to both internal and external clients. • Contribute to sector work (e.g., identify market trends, develop and implement sector strategies and new initiatives to respond to business needs and grow the pipeline of projects). • Maintain and build hydropower sector knowledge and support best practice knowledge-sharing. • Connect global and regional teams, ensure solutions and knowledge flow across IFC and the wider WBG, and promote adoption of new approaches and best practices. • Liaise with client's technical staff, project engineers and lenders' engineers. • Hire and supervise specialized engineering consultants as necessary. Selection Criteria • Advanced degree in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g., hydraulics, hydrology, civil engineering, etc.). • At least 15 years in the hydropower industry in positions of increasing responsibility in the private sector and emerging economies. • Successful track-record in the technical aspects of development, financing, construction, operation, maintenance and rehabilitation of hydropower projects, ideally with extensive experience of integrating technical, environmental and social aspects of projects to achieve a sustainability and bankability. • Up-to-date knowledge and expertise on the economics of hydropower generation, including of its capital costs and operating parameters, supply and demand and other market dynamics, and its integration with other sources of renewable energy generation, especially wind, solar, storage and biomass. Knowledge of deregulated market operation and tariff calculation is a plus. • Significant work experience in the private sector and emerging economies. Operational experience and experience as lenders' engineer is a plus. • Strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and French. Portuguese is a plus. [World Bank Group Core Competencies](https://bit.ly/2kbIA7O) 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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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. The IFC 3.0 strategy aims to stimulate more investment activity across emerging markets, especially in Low Income Countries (LICs) and Fragile and Conflict affected States (FCS). Our goal is to create, deepen, and expand markets and design and develop impactful investment projects. This strategy is, in part, premised on improved country/sector diagnostic, strategic, and public sector engagement capabilities, which seek to: 1) resolve obstacles to private sector growth via diagnostic and strategic work that informs both IFC operations and relevant IBRD/IDA policy operations; and 2) overcome the shortage of investable projects in priority markets by proactively improving the private sector ecosystem at the country and regional level. The Country Advisory and Economics team for the Eastern and Southern Africa Region (CAEAE) supports the region through provision of country economic diagnostics, strategy, and engagement products as well as through direct support to operational teams and country units, in collaboration with economists throughout the World Bank Group. Specifically, the team has four principal functions: • Producing both regional and country-level economic assessments to support IFC's strategy and operations. • Collaborating with regional and industry colleagues to produce analytical products such as Country Private Sector Diagnostics (CPSDs) and IFC Country Strategies. • Significantly contributing to WBG products such as Systematic Country Diagnostics (SCD), Country Climate and Development Reports (CCDR), and IBRD/IDA lending operations; and • Putting IFC's country strategy and diagnostic recommendations into practice through Advisory projects that engage with governments, regulators, civil society, development partners and other relevant stakeholders to reform markets and sectors and address key bottlenecks to private sector development. CAEAE is hiring an Operations Officer to be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia working closely with IFC country, industry, and upstream teams in select countries in the Eastern Africa Region. The Operations Officer will report to the Country Advisory & Economics Manager in CAE. Roles & Responsibilities: In this role, the selected candidate will serve as an Operations Officer for the CAE team in Adds Ababa, Ethiopia. He/she will work closely with IFC Country Management Unit, Upstream, Investments and Advisory staff as well as World Bank staff to design and ensure implementation of reforms that address bottlenecks faced by investors in IFC's priority sectors, using a variety of WBG tools and offerings. He/she will play a leading role executing strategic initiatives to enhance the CAE's functions in Ethiopia, develop new projects and support the implementation of active programs and support the delivery of the WBG/IFC country strategy and business plan, and deliver high quality advisory engagements to the Government and private sector. Duties and Accountabilities: Client and Stakeholder Management: • Provide advisory services and monitor progress in implementing financial sector/private sector related reform initiatives. • Develop new business in line with client and market needs aligned with IFC priorities. • Communicate with senior level clients of the Government and private sector and articulate the case for enabling environment related reforms that are critical to unlock private investment potential. • Work collaboratively with IFC Investment/Upstream/Advisory colleagues to align advisory to help build a pipeline of investment projects and provide solutions to key portfolio clients. • Engage with the relevant teams at the World Bank and IFC for reforms needed to unlock new markets and work collaboratively with Upstream teams. • Report progress to development partners on donor funded programs and develop new fund-raising proposals. Design and Operationalize Solutions: • Collaborate with Upstream/industry specialists in the identification, design and deliver of implementation support for relevant reforms to improve the enabling environment to create markets and promote private investments in Ethiopia. • Develop and contribute to the development and approval of relevant project documents (Concept Notes and Implementation Plans) and client deliverables to ensure standards and objectives are met. • Leverage relationships with Government officials, private sector and World Bank Group staff to design and implement reforms using existing or new projects and tools to support reform implementation. • Improve the design and delivery of client solutions by incorporating global best practices and lessons from past. Partner with results team in developing appropriate theories of change and results frameworks and indicators to strengthen the development impact and sustainability of client solutions and continuously learn from client projects/ engagements. • Ensure high quality of project supervision and completion documents and provide timely and high-quality support to clients. Moreover, support client in implementing recommendations and help trouble shoot as needed. • Manage project budgets and ensure efficient/ effective use of resources. Create and Share Knowledge; Build Capacity: • Support sharing of tools and guidance to clients incorporate internal and external best practices. • Proactively strengthen the value proposition of advisory products through new trends and partnerships. Selection Criteria • Master's degree in Economics Law, Finance or Business, or a closely related field • At least 7 years' relevant professional experience with a focus on delivering private sector and financial sector/investment climate reforms in Ethiopia. • Strong skills and demonstrated track record in delivering advisory engagements, particularly in the areas of private sector development as well as financial sector issues. • Understanding of Ethiopia's business environment for the private sector and opportunities for private sector investments, and great knowledge of key stakeholders in this area. • Existing / established network with relevant Ethiopian stakeholders in government and the private sector would be an advantage. • Understanding of IFC and WBG products/ instruments and where there are opportunities for cross-organizational collaboration. Demonstrable experience working on IFC and WBG products will be an advantage. • Understand the implications of different policy and regulatory frameworks governing the thematic areas. • Able to design, negotiate and lead efforts to develop client offerings that reflect in-depth knowledge of thematic area and understanding of business case for how thematic focus will help client to improve their business. • Able to identify how changes in markets, business climate, regulations or emergence of new/ successful innovators/ disruptors may create new opportunities for IFC to accelerate its mandate in a thematic area. • Able to design research and analytical projects or major portion of complex projects to credibly produce new understanding of a thematic issue and/or potential opportunities to unlock new markets or new streams of business. • Ability to conceptualize and lead research and analytical projects that could ultimately lead to the opening of new markets and/or reframe thinking on thematic approaches to better meet IFC and WBG mandates. • Able to develop the research storyline that is relevant to and engages targeted stakeholders and mobilizes needed expertise. • Able to move research proposals and results across functions to ensure relevant aspects becomes anchored and integrated with the work in those functions. • Excellent knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and aptitude to learn new systems is a must. • Ability to use project management systems is a plus. • Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills plus fluency in English is must. [World Bank Group Core Competencies](https://bit.ly/2kbIA7O) 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](https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/careers) and [IFC](https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/Careers_Ext_Content/IFC_External_Corporate_Site/IFC+Careers/Working+at+the+IFC/), including our values and inspiring stories. 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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. The Treasury Client Solutions Department provides IFC's clients with innovative forms of local currency financing with a focus on the development of domestic debt markets to help increase the capacity for long-term local currency investment. The group has global responsibility for derivative transactions (cross currency swaps, interest rate swaps, currency forwards, and Eurodollar futures), structured products (securitizations, covered bonds, credit guarantees, risk participations, structured debt funds and similar structures), and debt capital markets including IFC's own local currency bond issuances. IFC is conducting a search for a Financial Analyst to join the Treasury Client Solutions Department in Washington DC focusing on Latin America and the Caribbean. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team of fixed-income professionals, contribute to IFC's strategic priorities and facilitate innovative transactions across a variety of structures, asset classes, sectors and markets in the region. The position will be based in Washington DC. Duties and Accountabilities: • Contribute to the structuring and pricing of structured finance transactions; Contribute to the structuring of hedging and funding transactions through derivatives and capital markets instruments, and support traders in the execution of hedging transactions; • Contribute to structuring and execution of IFC's local currency bond issuances, by providing analytical and transactional support; • Build and adapt financial models associated with the structuring and pricing of transactions; • Conduct market research in local and international debt capital markets; • Contribute to business development and the marketing of treasury products to clients; • Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including international investment banks, local banks, capital market firms, investors, and regulators; • Provide analytics for investment committees and prepare memos for internal approvals; • Participate in negotiations and travel as required. Selection Criteria • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business or Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience; • At least 2 years finance experience, preferably in fixed income (including derivatives) and/or structured finance (securitizations, credit guarantees, risk participations, structured debt funds and similar structures), within an investment bank, rating agency, or other capital-markets related entity; • Ability to multi-task and to pay attention to detail under tight deadlines and strong oral and written communication skills; • Experience in emerging markets and/or familiarity with IFC's investment process would be a plus; Focus on Latin America and/or Caribbean markets is an advantage • Highly motivated, results-oriented self-starter with proven capacity for teamwork; • Strong data analysis and financial modeling skills and Advanced knowledge of Excel, Bloomberg or Reuters is a plus; • Fluency in English is a must. Additional language skills including Spanish/Portuguese would be a plus. IFC offers rewarding careers in a challenging environment that allows for professional and personal growth with: • An exciting opportunity to work in key areas of strategic priority within IFC; • Exposure to a wide variety of transaction structures, asset classes, sectors and markets; • Client focus with potential to participate in due diligence missions and negotiations; • Work in a truly multicultural environment within IFC; • Join in IFC's mission to promote sustainable private sector investment in developing countries, creating opportunity and improve people's lives; • Exposure to cross-currency derivatives markets, local currency bond issuances, as well as structured finance transactions covering various asset classes and geographic markets; • Facilitate first-time transactions in emerging markets. [World Bank Group Core Competencies](https://bit.ly/2kbIA7O) 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](https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/careers) and [IFC](https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/Careers_Ext_Content/IFC_External_Corporate_Site/IFC+Careers/Working+at+the+IFC/), including our values and inspiring stories. 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IFCa member of the World Bank Groupis 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 $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. The Development Impact Measurement Department (CDI) within the Economics and Private Sector Vice Presidency (CEDVP) analyzes economic sectors with a view to identifying opportunities and solutions for private sector development and works closely with IFC Operations. It provides technical support to operations related to structuring, appraising, and monitoring investment and advisory projects and is responsible for reporting on IFC's impact. The department is in charge of implementing the ex-ante project assessment framework (Anticipated Impact Measurement and Monitoring, AIMM), monitoring and evaluating impact of both investments and advisory projects, helping to ensure high-quality economic support for IFC investment teams on strategies and projects, and developing sector economic analyses with a focus on solutions for private sector development. In short, the department offers "end-to-end" support and impact assessments for IFC investments and advisory services, engaging upstream and downstream throughout the project cycle. CDI staff comprise mainly sector economists and results measurement specialists assigned to units organized along IFC industry groupings. These include units for Manufacturing, Agribusiness, and Services (CDIMA); Financial Institutions (CDIFI); Infrastructure (CDIIN); and Funds and Disruptive Technology (CDIDF). The department also includes staff working on economic modeling, results measurement, corporate reporting and sustainability, that support all industry groups (CDIIM). The CDIMA team is in charge of implementing CDI mandates and deliverables described above in relation to investment and advisory projects across Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Services comprising health, education, tourism, retail and properties (collectively, MAS). CDIMA is seeking to hire an economist to perform development impact work across MAS sectors with a focus on Services. The economist will provide, on an ongoing basis, operational support to assess the impact of MAS investments, while ensuring consistent application of standard impact measurement and monitoring frameworks, help generate relevant lessons learned and support staff incorporate such lessons into project design, and contribute to evaluative work beyond the project lifecycle. The staff will work in close collaboration with the Investment and Advisory/Upstream staff responsible for designing and structuring IFC's MAS operations, under the supervision of the CDIMA Manager. Duties and Accountabilities • Undertake ex-ante development impact assessments of investment projects in MAS sectors with a focus on services, and generate economic input into investment approval reports. This includes implementing AIMM to analyze, rate and articulate project impacts. • Contribute to shape continuous improvement of results by monitoring project impact ex-post, and providing feedback and lessons learnt to MAS operations teams. • Support the ongoing AIMM sector updates to reflect changing corporate priorities and new types of investments responding to emerging global challenges in existing sector frameworks. • Monitor global trends affecting MAS corporates with a focus on firms operating in services sectors in emerging markets, and advance the ongoing refinement of impact measurement methodologies to fully account for these issues. • Support ongoing analytical work analyzing trends and developments in MAS sectors on the global and country level and producing reports with a focus on challenges, priorities, and opportunities for market creation and private sector development in these sectors. • Contribute to ongoing impact evaluations with the objective to enhance the feedback loop in IFC's MAS operations and influence project designs to strengthen development impact. • Prepare briefs, reports, and presentations to IFC senior management and the Board as well as external stakeholders. • Perform other tasks as requested by CDI management. Selection Criteria • A post graduate degree in Economics or closely related field with solid training in quantitative and qualitative research methods. A Ph.D. in economics with at least 2 years of relevant experience would be a plus. • At least 6 years of experience pertaining to economic analysis of MAS sectors (sector dynamics, emerging trends, development impacts), demonstrating analytical and research skills, including track record of working on preparing economic papers and sector strategies in areas related to one or more of these sectors. • Strong understanding of one or more MAS sectors, the determinants of sector competitiveness and the impacts and implications of different economic policy frameworks. Experience in services sectors is a plus. • Experience in development impact measurement of private sector investment projects in DFIs. This includes design of development impact assessment frameworks, understanding of private sector development in emerging markets, and assessing the development impact of private sector investments. Knowledge of IFC and its processes is a strong plus. • Familiarity with academic and business literature, databases and other sources of information on one or more CDIMA sectors (with a focus on services sectors), demonstrated through the preparation of reports and economic papers, and an ability to identify research gaps and prepare research programs. • Strong analytical and quantitative skills and ability to write robust research papers. Proven capability to produce analytical work to a high professional standard, with minimum supervision. Publication record is a plus. • Ability to innovate, develop innovative solutions with others, and to deliver results for clients by proactively addressing clients stated and unstated needs. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and ability to communicate effectively with different stakeholders. • Ability to work effectively in teams, communicate ideas clearly and confidently, articulate issues and recommend solutions. Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with key stakeholders to conceptualize and implement solutions. • Proven ability to work in multi-cultural environments. [World Bank Group Core Competencies](https://bit.ly/2kbIA7O) 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](https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/careers) and [IFC](https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/Careers_Ext_Content/IFC_External_Corporate_Site/IFC+Careers/Working+at+the+IFC/), including our values and inspiring stories. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: - Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation). 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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. The Regional Country Office in Mexico City, Mexico (CCMMX), as part of IFC's Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) Department, plays a central role in the functioning of IFC's matrix organization to bring regional information and perspective to IFC decision making. CCMMX is responsible for: (a) leading the formulation of IFC's regional strategy; (b) monitoring and communicating IFC's project pipeline, portfolio performance and strategy implementation in the country; (c) monitoring political, macro-economic, sectoral and financial market developments, and keeping senior management informed of these developments and potential impact on IFC's activities and strategies; (d) maintaining dialogue with the government, locally based stakeholders, and other parts of the World Bank group, and (e) coordinating IS/AS program in collaboration with Regional Industry Departments. To fulfill this role, CCMMX is seeking for an Associate Operations Officer to be based in Mexico City, Mexico and who will report directly to IFC Mexico Country Manager. The candidate must be a self-starter, capable of taking initiative to cover a range of tasks, able to thrive in a small, entrepreneurial team/environment and be able to work independently with minimal supervision. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Support the Country Manager in the development of a comprehensive IFC strategy for the country; monitor and support the strategy's implementation. • Collaborate with relevant IBRD departments to support the development of World Bank Group strategic products for the country; • Under the guidance of the Country Manager and in coordination with Industry colleagues, prepare strategic analysis and business research for specific sectors in support of business development, upstream work, and/or to maximize finance for development. • Contribute to business development by representing IFC in meetings with potential clients and by analyzing companies' financials to identify potential financial solutions and structures. • Monitor portfolio and pipeline of current and upcoming projects and provide advice and support to projects as needed; provide regular updates on pipeline and portfolio to management; • Support effective client management and project execution. • Develop a variety of communication and briefing materials for internal and external audiences. • Support IFC corporate functions and initiatives as requested by the Country Manager. • Provide any other assistance needed by the Country Manager for the day-to-day coordination of activities. • Support effective client management and project execution. • Develop a variety of communication and briefing materials for internal and external audiences. Selection Criteria • MBA or master's degree in business, finance, economics/public policy or related discipline. • 4+ years' experience in a multilateral organization or development institution strongly preferred. • Knowledge and experience dealing with projects in the sectors of Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Services is a plus. • Strong financial and credit skills. • High client-facing abilities and business development skills. • Capacity to lead initiatives involving multiple stakeholders. • Demonstrated knowledge of political and economic context, industry trends and opportunities in Mexico. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish. • Strong inter-personal skills, ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds. • Genuine commitment to sustainable development and to the highest ethical standards. • Willingness to travel on short notice. [World Bank Group Core Competencies](https://bit.ly/2kbIA7O) 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](https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/careers) and [IFC](https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/Careers_Ext_Content/IFC_External_Corporate_Site/IFC+Careers/Working+at+the+IFC/), including our values and inspiring stories. 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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](https://bit.ly/2kbIA7O) 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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IFCa member of the World Bank Groupis the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than one hundred countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2023, IFC committed a record $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 the global compounding crises. For more information, visit www.ifc.org. The IFC 3.0 strategy aims to stimulate more investment activity across emerging markets, especially in Low Income Countries (LICs) and Fragile and Conflict affected States (FCS). This strategy aims to create new opportunities for private investments in riskier markets and sectors by proactively working "upstream" to create, deepen, and expand markets and design and develop potential investment projects. Achieving these growth and impact ambitions at scale requires a different approach to business development, deal sourcing, and client support that relies on: i) a broader product offering to engage earlier in the project cycle and secure opportunities; ii) a greater focus on preparing clients in nascent markets and sectors for investment; iii) a greater focus on value addition and risk management of portfolio investment clients to enhance their performance; and iv) a longer time horizon and a more patient, longer-term perspective. To support this approach, IFC is seeking an Upstream Associate/Investment Officer to join the Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Services (MAS) department in the IFC Office in Lagos, Nigeria. The Upstream Associate/Investment Officer will be responsible for sourcing and executing investment transactions in the MAS sectors, enhancing investment outcomes, and to improve investment conditions in the MAS sectors in Nigeria and across the Anglophone West and central Africa region (Cameroon and Central Africa). In this role, the Upstream Associate/Investment officer will work closely with Country, Regional, Investment, Upstream & Advisory teams across the institution to support IFC's strategic and business objectives. This position will report to the Upstream Agribusiness Hub Lead for North Africa with secondary reporting to the Upstream Manufacturing and Services Lead for North Africa. Duties and Accountabilities: The roles and responsibilities will include but not be limited to: • Support the identification and assessment of Upstream & Advisory and Investment opportunities based on country and sector strategies and market creation potential. • Conduct market mapping, comparator sector analysis, and company financial projections/models. Analyze historical and projected financial statements of companies within the sector to support informed decision making. • Support in various aspects of business development including writing concept notes, preparing budgets, brief presentations or other materials as requested. • Assist with overall portfolio management, planning and monitoring of results and deliverables to ensure timely and quality delivery of the work program. Be on top of IFC systems and processes. • Maintain a good working knowledge of IFC's MAS product offering and be able to effectively communicate it to others as needed. • Work closely with the IFC Investment Services team across countries in Nigerian and the Central African region to contribute to the development of early-stage project collaborations and co-developments; feasibility studies; and/or pilot projects that lead to investment opportunities for the IFC MAS sectors. • Assist in designing and implementing scalable solutions and platforms that can be replicated across different African markets. • Interact effectively with an extensive network of contacts (both internal and external) and respond effectively to inquiries and to diverse situations that require tact and pragmatic problem-solving skills. Liaise when needed with partners, clients, and service providers to ensure continuity of business operations. • Identify trends, technologies, and business models; and develop innovative solutions to meet client and market needs. • Lead client projects end to end by (a) regularly monitoring the project's financial situation (b) efficient procurement of consultant services and (c) providing monitoring and reporting information to ensure the delivery of results in accordance with the approved project business and M&E targets. • Prepare project supervision and donor reports, including M&E reports and the required back-up data which confirms the reported results and achievements. • Serving as an integral part of the MAS Upstream & Advisory team and support Project Leads as needed in providing: advice; implementation support; and assistance with project implementation management. • Develop strong relations with internal clients, other WBG units, and development partners on operational matters. Selection Criteria • Master's degree or equivalent professional qualification in Business, Finance, Economics or another relevant field. • 7-8 years of relevant experience in project and/or program development, producing feasibility studies, hands-on advisory and/or consulting functions in emerging markets. • Strong experience in investment banking, private equity, fund management or related areas with direct involvement in investment transactions. • Strong quantitative skills; familiarity with company evaluation and valuation; and proven experience with designing and/or working with financial models. • Experience in project/program management, including executing implementation plans with defined business development milestones. • Ability to engage with private sector clients, local and national governments, and other stakeholders to encourage pioneering business and market development. • Proven track record in nurturing client relationships, resolving challenging issues and ability to deal sensitively in multi-cultural environments. • Demonstrated ability to deliver results under tight timetables; strong organizational, administrative, project and task management skills. • A genuine commitment to development and to the World Bank Group and IFC's mission, strategy, and values. • Understanding of IFC's strategic priorities and changing business model against the backdrop of IFC 3.0. • Outstanding analytical and critical thinking skills, and a high capacity for teamwork and collaboration skills. • Strong written and verbal communications skills in English [World Bank Group Core Competencies](https://bit.ly/2kbIA7O) 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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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. Within IFC, the Corporate Portfolio Management (CPM) Department, under the IFC Vice President of Global Industries, is responsible for the oversight and monitoring of the debt and equity portfolios at a corporate level, and works to provide an efficient operating model and tools through the Operational Support Unit and the Systems and Data team. CPM has created a small team of Portfolio Analysts/Officers providing support to regional industry teams on matters related to equity and derivatives valuation, documentation of product features, methodological consistency, etc. Duties and Accountabilities Operations support Products and Features in IFC's Equity Systems: • Liaise with Investment Accounting Review Services to obtain their accounting review results which highlight options that need to be tracked and ensure that IFC's Equity Systems are set up accordingly in coordination with other relevant stakeholders • Ensure that the right issues/repeat investments are properly documented at the commitment stage Listed equities • Track corporate actions recorded in Equity and Custody Operations and follow up with responsible Investment Officers to process such corporate actions on time Other corporate events • Work with responsible Investment Officers and report any corporate events to the Investment Accounting and Review Services and Investment Valuations units. • Upon Investment Accounting and Review Services issuing accounting conclusion on corporate events, follow up with responsible Investment Officers to implement the conclusion and provide system/process support related IFC's Equity Systems Ownership Percentage • Ensure responsible investment teams provide share certificates to Equity Custody and Operations • Verify IFC's ownership percentage in IFC's Equity Systems Upon commitments, disbursements, and equity sales: • Set up or update valuations in IFC's Equity Systems Equity Valuation Quality Control Initial review of valuation updates focusing on the following: Discounted Cash Flows (DCF) • Ensure macro assumptions are consistent with IFC's macroeconomics research and analytics team • Ensure availability of documentation on: o Whether the forecast is on a real or nominal basis o Basis and sources of the key inputs re business assumptions, WACC calculation components, etc., including uploading relevant documentation into IFC's Equity Systems • Ensure that models are free of mistakes • Ensure that assumptions used in specific sub-sectors/countries are consistent across relevant portfolios Relative methods • Assess the rationale for the selection of multiples and comparators Liquidity Discount • Follow the liquidity discount framework and look for consistency across valuations Application of other methodologies are: • Consistent with relevant policies and procedures • Properly documented IFC Asset Management Company • Ensure support functions applied to IFC's direct investments are consistently applied to AMC investments Selection Criteria • MBA or a Master's degree preferably in Finance/MIS with 3 or more years of relevant experience in economics, finance and/or related fields; • Strong analytical and quantitative skills, practical problem-solving abilities, and resourcefulness in performing varied tasks. • Knowledge of IFC operations and portfolio would be a plus. • Extensive experience and knowledge of Microsoft Excel; previous training/experience in basic programming and econometric packages; and more importantly, a proactive attitude towards learning new systems, programming languages, databases and packages. • High level of attention to detail and capacity to deliver high-quality work. • Ability to analyze information/system process requirements and translate them into design specifications for process changes and/or automated solutions. • Ability to thrive under pressure and function effectively while managing multiple tasks simultaneously. • Excellent people skills and ability to work successfully in multicultural teams and across boundaries. Ability to adapt to fast changing environment. • Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills in English; other foreign language skills are a plus. [World Bank Group Core Competencies](https://bit.ly/2kbIA7O) 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](https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/careers) and [IFC](https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/Careers_Ext_Content/IFC_External_Corporate_Site/IFC+Careers/Working+at+the+IFC/), including our values and inspiring stories. 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Description Do you want to build a career that is truly worthwhile? Working at the World Bank Group provides a unique opportunity for you to help our clients solve their greatest development challenges. The World Bank Group is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries; a unique global partnership of five institutions dedicated to ending extreme poverty, increasing shared prosperity and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, we work with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges. For more information, visit www.worldbank.org. The Global Environment Facility (GEF) is a multilateral financial mechanism created in 1991 to provide grant and concessional funds to recipient countries for projects and programs that address biodiversity loss, climate change mitigation and adaptation, degradation of international waters, land and forests, ozone depletion, elimination or reduction of persistent organic pollutants and mercury, all within the framework of sustainable development. The GEF unites 186 countries in partnership with international institutions, civil society organizations (CSOs), and the private sector to address global environmental issues while supporting national sustainable development initiatives. An independently operating financial organization, GEF is the designated financial mechanism for five multilateral environmental conventions: The Convention on Biological Diversity, the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants, the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), UN Convention to Combat Desertification, and Minamata Convention on Mercury. GEF was also recently designated to serve as part of the financial mechanism of the international legally binding instrument under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea on the conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ). Since 1991, the GEF has achieved a strong track record with developing countries and countries with economies in transition, providing $24.7 billion in grants for over 5,700 projects in over 170 countries. The GEF Secretariat is a Vice Presidential Unit (VPU) within the World Bank for administrative purposes and has approximately 70 professional, administrative and client support staff. The Secretariat is seeking a Senior Biodiversity Specialist to support the Programming Division with a series of program management, analytical and policy needs. Duties and Accountabilities: The GEF Secretariat is looking for a dynamic and experienced Senior Biodiversity Specialist to participate in the Latin America Regional Team to support the implementation of the GEF-8 and cycle and beyond to support the GEFSEC's mandate to deliver global environmental benefits by supporting developing countries in their commitments towards several Multi-lateral Environmental Agreements. The ideal candidate should have a workable understanding of the complexity of the GEF partnership arrangement and of the dynamics of a complex set of GEF client countries. The candidate should have strong interpersonal skills, at least some experience with projects in developing countries, along with political acumen and the capacity to work effectively on sensitive issues with senior management, the GEF Council and across different agencies of the GEF. The Sr. Biodiversity Specialist will provide support to the Programming Division specifically with a focus on Latin America and work across regions and thematic focal areas, as required. Project Review and Regional Team Participation Under the supervision of the Manager of the GEF Programs Unit, the position will.... 1. Participate in the Latin America Regional Team, and contribute in the continued implementation of the Programming Division business model including country resource programming, updates, and adjustments and participate in resource programming in the Regional Team with GEFSEC staff, GEF Agencies and Countries, including strategic role at the regional and country dialogues. 2. Play an important role in developing strategies and programs to enhance GEFs impact and support the management of GEF's portfolio of ongoing projects (including direct access projects) through implementation, monitoring, and evaluation activities with GEF Agencies and countries. 3. Manage reviews of project proposals to be financed by the GEF Trust, according to the agreed project review criteria, provide guidance on major issues involved in the development of project proposals and assist in overall preparation of work programs to be presented to council. 4. Participate in the GEF work within the Latin America Regional Team on GEF issues, including participation in country dialogues, expanded constituency workshops, and the GEF Country Engagement Strategy. As required represent the GEF at a senior level at selected international; political, scientific and operational forums. 5. Participate in the political outreach to relevant countries in international fora, in particular with the Rio Convention (CBD) and other related international instruments 6. Provide quality inputs to the CEO and senior management on country and thematic briefings, talking points, speeches, analytical/strategic documents 7. Support the development and implementation of results-based management (RBM) and the integration of knowledge management in RBM, operational processes and procedures as requested. 8. Undertake additional duties as required by Director and Manager of the Programming Division. Participation in Biodiversity Focal Area Team 1. Under the guidance of the Manager of Conventions and Funds Division and in collaboration with the BD focal area coordinator, participate and follow the UNCBD meetings and negotiations and lead the political outreach where required. Promote regular and informed communication about the biodiversity program of the GEF, with the GEF Family and the UNCBD Parties and Secretariat. 2. Under the guidance of the Manager of Conventions and Funds Division and in collaboration with the BD focal area coordinator, contribute to effective coordination of GEF's strategic engagement related to the Convention and other international negotiations, and the biodiversity focal area. This will include CBD COP as well as other Conventions' meetings as relevant, consultations on draft guidance preparations, and provide support to the CEO and GPU Director for their engagement. 3. In collaboration with the BD focal area coordinator, contribute to the biodiversity focal area team as a BD specialist and in related tasks force teams and their dynamics. 4. Contribute to the GEF replenishment and provide constructive inputs to the new programming and policy reform/directions. 5. Support the development and delivery of GEF reports, Council documents, engagement plans, and other work products related to 1 above and as indicated by MEA Lead. Selection Criteria • The candidate should possess a Masters with at least eight years of experience, or a Ph.D., with five years of experience in the field of biodiversity, natural resources management/environmental sciences, economics, or other relevant discipline. • The candidate should have at least 5 years of work experience managing biodiversity projects and programs in developing countries. • The ideal candidate should have been exposed to working with Indigenous Peoples on environmental issues and/or in Asia countries in general. • Ability to deal with a range of stakeholders, international organizations, development agencies, scientific and technical bodies, developing country counterparts, and NGOs would be an advantage. • Ability to think analytically, strategically, and programmatically. • Excellent technical and working knowledge in various sectors • Proven record of constructive and positive engagement in leading a program and policy dialogue with client Governments, donors and other stakeholders; • Proven ability to work in teams, both as a team leader and team member • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, including ability to communicate complex issues to a wide range of audiences. Second language (French, Spanish or Portuguese) is highly desirable. • Ability to work independently on complex tasks on tight deadlines. • Demonstrated ability to function as a team player within and across teams. • Ability to work in a multicultural environment in an international setting; • Working knowledge of the operations of the Global Environment Facility and its Agencies. [World Bank Group Core Competencies](https://bit.ly/2kbIA7O) 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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THE BANK: Established in 1964, the African Development Bank is the premier pan-African development institution, promoting economic growth and social progress across the continent. There are 81 member states, including 54 in Africa (Regional Member Countries). The Bank's development agenda is delivering financial and technical support for transformative projects that will significantly reduce poverty through inclusive and sustainable economic growth. In order to sharply focus the objectives of the Bank's strategy and ensure greater developmental impact, five major areas, all of which will accelerate our delivery for Africa, have been identified for scaling up, namely; energy, agro-business, industrialization, integration and improving the quality of life for the people of Africa. THE COMPLEX: The President, plans, supervises, and manages the business of the Bank Group. Under the direction of the Boards of Directors, the President conducts the business of the Bank and the African Development Fund and manages operations and activities in accordance with the Agreements establishing the African Development Bank and the African Development Fund. The President supervises several Departments and Units including the Office of the President; Independent Development Evaluation Function; Integrity and Anti-Corruption Department; Compliance Review and Mediation Unit; Secretariat to the Sanctions Appeals Board; Administrative Tribunal; Office of the Auditor General; Group Risk Management Function; General Counsel and Legal Services Department; Communication and External Relations Department; Staff Integrity and Ethics Office and Office of the Secretary-General & General Secretariat. THE HIRING DEPARTMENT: The Group Risk Management Function (PGRF) develops policies and guidelines, methodologies and systems relating to credit risk assessment, market risk, and operational risk and ensures internal consistency of all of the Bank's risk management policies and guidelines, including those initiated and developed by other departments. The main mandate is to safeguard the Bank's financial integrity and consolidate all core risk management activities of the Bank in order to exercise comprehensive oversight over the Bank's risk exposure. In delivering its mission, PGRF focuses largely on promoting the Bank Group's strategic goals within a defined risk tolerance framework. THE POSITION: The key objectives of the Non-Sovereign Credit Risk Unit (PGRF1), within the broader mandate of Risk Management Function (PGRF), are to: - Ensure adequate assessment of credit risk of new non-sovereign operations as well as regular review of the Bank's non-sovereign credit portfolio; - Develop policies and guidelines, methodologies and systems relating to non-sovereign credit risk assessment and management for the Bank; - Ensure internal consistency of all Bank's non-sovereign credit risk policies and guidelines including those initiated and developed by other Departments; - Monitor and report on compliance with policies and guidelines; and - Contribute to the development of strategic risk metrics and a risk culture within the organization through the following: (i) managing the risk profile of the Bank's non-sovereign portfolio to protect the Bank's AAA credit rating and reputation; and (ii) Strengthening the Bank's internal risk framework by improving credit processes. - Ensure the functioning of the Credit Risk Committee Secretariat. KEY FUNCTIONS: Under the overall supervision and guidance of the Unit Head PGRF1, the Chief Commercial Credit Officer performs the following: - Assess non-sovereign credit risks by: - Preparing Summary Credit Notes, advising appropriate credit risk ratings, and making recommendations with respect to the further processing of individual transactions. - Regularly reviewing existing transactions and their credit ratings as well as the adequacy of impairment provisions. - Assessing specific risks of proposed individual non-sovereign transactions and recommending appropriate credit enhancement or risk mitigation measures. - Advising operations departments on the correct structuring of transactions with a view to mitigating risk. - Participating in due diligence missions on new non-sovereign transactions and supervision missions on active projects, contributing to a better understanding of risks associated with them and of risk mitigation options. - Advise appropriate pricing terms in consultation with syndication and investment officers. - Participate in the development and updating of commercial credit risk management policies, guidelines, processes, and procedures for their implementation by: - Regularly reviewing the adequacy and appropriateness of policies, guidelines, and procedures and proposing amendments as they may become necessary. - Participating in the development and upgrading of commercial credit risk identification and assessment methodologies, including appropriate assessment, monitoring, and management of tools and systems. - Participate in portfolio monitoring and reporting by: - Monitoring of compliance with existing credit limits, KPIs, and thresholds. - Establishing and forecasting trends with respect to portfolio concentrations and proposing portfolio management initiatives to mitigate concentration risks. - Preparing technical notes and/or papers or conduct studies of interest to the Bank on commercial credit risk and related issues. - Participate in risk-related discussions by: - Participating in management review committees and Board Committee sessions on non-sovereign transactions. - Propagating a risk culture and serving as the technical focal point. - Interacting with Internal and External Auditors and Rating Agencies. - Be responsible for the functioning of the Credit Risk Committee (CRC) Secretariat by: - Preparing meeting minutes and decision notes related to the CRC. - Coordinating the process flow between sector departments, regions, and other committees. - Assume supervisory responsibilities and provide training, mentoring, and coaching to junior staff and the wider ecosystem. - Lead ad hoc assignments related to non-sovereign credit risk issues and technical working groups COMPETENCIES (skills, experience, and knowledge): - Hold at least a Master's degree in risk management, International Finance or Economics - Have a minimum of 7 years of work experience in credit assessment in private sector banking or multilateral development banking. - Hands-on experience in credit risk assessment, deal negotiation, and structuring in emerging and underdeveloped markets. - Familiarity with project finance, corporate lending, lending to financial institutions and private equity funds. - The ability to build risk tools and methodologies is desirable. - Knowledge of capital adequacy standards is required. - Considerable knowledge and experience of credit risk management techniques, sophisticated risk management products, and risk management best practices. - High degree of personal commitment, interpersonal skills with clear strategic vision and proven communication and leadership skills. - Teamwork and Relationships: Works with others to maximize the effectiveness of the team as a whole, sharing the knowledge and workload. Develops strong working relationships with colleagues and contributes to the creation of a positive team environment. - Operational effectiveness: The commitment to ensure that full use is made of the systems, procedures and culture within the organization in order to deliver the required results. - Problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to analyse complex information to identify the key issue/action and drive resolution. - Innovation & Creativity: The commitment to search for and produce innovative and creative approaches to activities in order to enhance performance and create added benefits to the Bank and its clients. - Communication: Provides clear and concise oral and written communication; presents oral information with clarity and appropriate style and adapts language and style to suit the requirements of a particular audience. - Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English or French, preferably with a working knowledge of the other. - Competence in the use of standard Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Access and Power Point); knowledge of SAP (or other integrated document management system or quantitative and qualitative data analysis packages is an added advantage. 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THE BANK: Established in 1964, the African Development Bank (AfDB) is the premier pan-African development institution, promoting economic growth and social progress across the continent. There are 81 member states, including 54 in Africa (Regional Member Countries). The Bank's development agenda is delivering the financial and technical support for transformative projects that will significantly reduce poverty through inclusive and sustainable economic growth. In order to sharply focus the objectives of the Ten-Year Strategy (2023 – 2032) and ensure greater developmental impact, five major areas (High 5s), all of which will accelerate our delivery for Africa, have been identified for scaling up, namely; energy, agro-business, industrialization, integration and improving the quality of life for the people of Africa. THE COMPLEX: The President, plans, supervises and manages the business of the Bank Group. Under the direction of the Boards of Directors, the President conducts the business of the Bank and the African Development Fund and manages operations and activities in accordance with the Agreements establishing the ADB and the ADF. The President supervises several Departments and Units including Office of the President (PRST0); Independent Development Evaluation Department (BDEV); Integrity and Anti-Corruption Department (PIAC); Compliance Review and Mediation Unit (BCRM); Secretariat to the Sanctions Appeals Board (BSAB); Administrative Tribunal (BATR); Office of the Auditor General (PAGL); Group Risk Management Directorate (PGRF); General Counsel and Legal Services Department (PGCL); Communication and External Relations Department (PCER); Staff Integrity and Ethics Office (PETH) and Office of the Secretary General & General Secretariat(PSEG). THE HIRING DEPARTMENT: The Risk Management Department (PGRF) develops policies and guidelines, methodologies and systems relating to credit risk assessment, market risk and operational risk, and as well as ensures internal consistency of all the Bank's risk management policies and guidelines, including those initiated and developed by other departments. The Department's main mandate is to safeguard the Bank's financial integrity, consolidate all core-risk management activities of the Bank to exercise comprehensive oversight over the Bank's risk exposure. In delivering its mission, PGRF focuses largely on promoting the Bank Group's strategic goals within a defined risk tolerance framework. THE POSITION The Senior Country Risk Officer will monitor the credit risk of the Bank' sovereign portfolio, analyze the evolution of the Bank's risk profile and its risk bearing capacity, provide advice with respect to country limits, and ensure that country risk ratings are up to date. KEY FUNCTIONS: Under the general supervision of the Division's Manager and the technical supervision of the more senior Credit Risk Officers, the Senior Country Risk Officer will: - Participate in the annual country risk rating review, off-cycle rating reviews, and prepare country risk reports by collating and analysing relevant credit related information from economic intelligence sources, national and international publications and present credit risk and rating recommendations to the Bank's Credit Risk Committee (CRC). - Undertake proactive and regular monitoring of country risk of the Bank's Regional Member Countries (RMCs) and exposures to non-Regional Member Countries, and update associated Bank lending commitments and exposure limits to RMCs. - Assist with the setting and monitoring of compliance with the Bank's country limits as well as lending programs relating to project appraisal reports and country strategy papers. Contribute to the team's continuous development of the Bank's overall limit setting framework. - Undertake data management and analytical work required to prepare the quarterly sovereign credit risk review, and country-risk related contributions to the quarterly capital adequacy report. - Assist with the preparation of Special Country Risk notes and sovereign and exposure management-related risk notes, presentations, briefs and memos for the Department's management team, the CRC and the Bank's Board. - Maintain and periodically update the Division's country risk database; ensure its integrity and accuracy. - Liaise with other Departments of the Bank and Country Offices in relation to credit assessment for country graduation or country eligibility for exceptional ADB sovereign financing. - Undertake country risk assessment missions to RMCs to update country risk profiles and prepare related special country risk reports. - Develop, review, and improve credit risk methodologies, processes, and systems for assessing, monitoring, and managing sovereign risk and capital adequacy. - Maintain a close relationship with internal and external stakeholders, e.g., Bretton Woods Institutions, to review the Bank Group's credit management policies and guidelines. COMPETENCIES (skills, experience, and knowledge) - Holds at least a Master's degree in either Economics, Finance, Risk Management, or International Banking. - A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in country/sovereign credit risk assessment and portfolio management as well as strong quantitative and analytical skills. - Knowledge of sovereign risk analysis, debt sustainability analysis methodologies, credit rating agency sovereign rating methodologies, and debt relief mechanisms in emerging markets. - Knowledge of credit risk management techniques, derivatives, capital adequacy standards and structured credit instruments. - Clear understanding of the Bank's development mission, products, and credit risk policies. - Excellent organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and time-management skills. High-level proficiency of data management and quantitative analysis/modelling. - Problem solving: Apply business knowledge to the resolution of problems and identify solutions to the benefit of the division and the organization. - Communication: Provide clear and concise oral and written communication; present oral information with clarity and appropriate style and adapts language and style to suit the requirements of a particular audience. - Operational effectiveness: Ensure that full use is made of the systems, procedures and culture within the organization in order to deliver the required results. - Innovation & Creativity: Search for and produce innovative and creative approaches to activities in order to enhance performance and create added benefits to the Bank and its clients. - Teamwork & Relationships: Work with others to maximize the effectiveness of the team, by sharing knowledge and workload. Develop strong working relationships with colleagues and contribute to creation of a positive team environment. - Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English or French preferably with a working knowledge of the other. - High competency in the use of standard MS office applications (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint); knowledge of Haver Analytics, Bloomberg, Reuters and SAP is an added advantage. THIS POSITION IS CLASSIFIED INTERNATIONAL STATUS AND ATTRACTS INTERNATIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT. Should you encounter technical difficulties in submitting your application, please send an email with a precise description of the issue and/or a screenshot showing the problem to: HR Direct [HRDirect@AFDB.ORG(link sends e-mail)](mailto:HRDirect@AFDB.ORG) Apply for this position 1- Regular Staff If you are currently working at the African Development Bank as a regular staff, click on the button below to apply for this position. 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