The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who come together on a journey 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 Established in 1959, the Inter-American Development Bank ("IDB" or "Bank") is the main source of financing for economic, social and institutional development in Latin America and the Caribbean. It provides loans, grants, guarantees, policy advice and technical assistance to the public and private sectors of its borrowing countries. The IDB recognizes that transparency and accountability are instrumental in improving effective delivery of public services and creating a business climate that incentivizes investment and supports private sector development. Evidence demonstrates that lack of transparency and integrity can affect a country's productivity and economic growth. Research points to several determinants, including systems and processes that restrict access to information, weak legal and regulatory enforcement, as well as flawed institutions, laws and regulations leaving room for state capture, discretional decision making, corruption, and an uneven playing field for the private sector. Therefore, transparency and accountability play central roles in promoting integrity, equitable application of the law, public trust, and good governance. The Bank assists its member countries efforts, as well as private sector initiatives that are consistent with the promotion of transparency and integrity. A key initiative of the IDBG is promoting the use of Public Private Partnerships. Through effective public policy and strong public-private partnerships (PPPs), the Americas can achieve sustained and inclusive economic growth, increased productivity, and enhanced competitiveness. The level of success that countries can achieve in developing PPP projects and programs is closely linked to the strength of their institutions and the frameworks established to govern, develop, and manage contracts. As indicated in a recent technical note by the IDB, "Good governance must promote projects with properly assigned risks; they should be divided or shared between the contracting parties that are most capable of managing them. When translating policy into successful implementation the quality of the institutions and their effectiveness must also be protected. For both natural or early contract termination, a well-defined, transparent structure with institutions that have clear roles and duties is key to properly managing the termination and to providing fair restitution or compensation to the parties involved" Good governance of a PPPs framework relies on the principles set forth by the UN, which require, "Participation, Decency, Transparency, Accountability, Fairness and Efficiency". Recent integrity scandals, particularly related to the infrastructure sector, require strengthening public and private sector regulations and practices to ensure these principles are observed. Another initiative which is critical for enhancing public and private dialogue is the Americas. Business Dialogue (ABD). The Americas Business Dialogue (ABD) is a private sector led initiative facilitated by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) aimed at fostering a high-level public-private policy dialogue between business and government leaders of the Americas on the region's priorities, challenges, and opportunities for economic growth and development. The ABD is organized in 9 working groups: Agribusiness, Digital Trade and Economy, Energy, Finance, Human Capital and Innovation, Infrastructure and Logistics, Natural Resources, Transparency and Regulatory Cooperation and Trade Facilitation. The role of IDB in the ABD is to convene government authorities from the Americas to explore potential areas of public-private collaboration and support the implementation of ABD recommendations. The IDB also works to facilitate the ABD annual plenary meeting and ABD member participation at high-level ministerial meetings in the Americas. Lastly, the IDB coordinates the CEO Summit of the Americas, with support from the Summit of the Americas host country, were ABD members present policy recommendations to Heads of State and Government. The ABD Work Plan defines that both the public and the private sectors have a strong role to play in building a transparent economy that is positioned for sustainable growth. Productivity, transparency, and effective accountability are intrinsically connected. Institutional quality and respect for the rule of law, including transparency and accountability, are instrumental in improving effective delivery of public services, as well as creating a business climate that incentivizes investment and supports private sector development. To strengthen the work of the Bank's Group work in supporting member countries and the private sector in developing, adopting, and implementing transparency and integrity policies, the Bank is seeking to hire a senior expert. The objective of this consultancy is to provide technical advice to the PPP Units and the ABD with helping member countries and the private sector in developing, adopting, and implementing transparency, integrity and anti-corruption policies. What you'll do The consultancy will focus on the following main activities (i) Technical Guidance for transparency and integrity programs; (ii) Contribution to the design of Regional Cooperation, including regional public goods; (iii) Support Knowledge Generation, policy dialogue, dissemination, and communication. To accomplish the consultancy objectives and in line with the above-mentioned pillars, the Senior Consultant will carry out the following specific activities: - Technical Guidance for transparency and integrity programs: - Provide technical assistance to the PPP Single Window in supporting good governance measures, including institutional capacity building for PPPs, policy measures to enhance the observance of transparency and integrity principles. - Provide technical assistance to the PPP Single Window in promoting the adoption of legal and regulatory frameworks to enhance transparency and integrity in the use of PPPs, especially in infrastructure projects, following the recommendations of the Transparency Principles in Infrastructure and similar initiatives. - Support the PPP Single Window in organizing PPP Americas, particularly in identifying topics, speakers and technical input. - Provide technical Support to the ABD in developing and updating the Recommendations for the Transparency and regulatory cooperation working Group, to update the ABD Work Plan and provide input to the Summit of the Americas and other relevant for public-private forums. - Provide high-level advice to ABD members and INT, especially in Transparency and Good Regulatory Practices to achieve the goals of the ABD, including knowledge products, strategic communications such as technical notes, briefs, blogs and similar products. - Identify, contribute and participate in high-level policy dialogues with governments, international and bilateral organizations, private sector organizations and other stakeholders to enhance the impact of the ABD recommendations, create synergies and improve its overall effect. - Develop studies on frontier issues and/or international trends related to the focus areas of private sector integrity and improving business climate. What you'll need - Education: Master's Degree or equivalent Political Science, Law, International Development, Public Policy or similar. - Experience: Minimum of 10 years of professional experience, in the transparency and anti-corruption sector (or related field), combining both project management and research/academic background. Strong knowledge regarding transparency, access to information, and corruption in Latin America and the Caribbean. Experience developing partnerships collaborations or networks in the governance area is a plus. - Languages: Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Spanish. Fluency in Portuguese and/or French is a plus. [Key skills](https://idbg.sharepoint.com/sites/hrd/en/pages/career/cmf.aspx?xsdata=mdv8mdf8fgjimjhhmgqymzfmotrinjbmyzrjmdhkytzmmtm3njc2fdlkzmixyta1nwyxzdq0owe4otywnjjhymnindc5ztdkfdb8mhw2mzc5ndq0mjy2mdg5mtc1odb8r29vzhxwr1zoylhovfpxtjfjbwwwzvzobgnuwnbzmly4zxlkv0lqb2lnqzr3tgpbd01eqwlmq0prswpvavyybhvneklptenkqlrpstzjazkwyudweulpd2lwmvfpt2pfegzrpt18mxxnvgs2yldwbgrhbhvamtlozwtrmfdusk9hrnbfuvhst1jhtxduvk13tuu5rvvusk1wr3mwvdfksmrfmuhxwgxaywtwb1dsunjlbhbfu1rsqwrhahlav0zrtg5zexx8&sdata=ri9xngrtmghad1jsl2nprvn3k1vodu90bdjnodmvwm1bt2ivr2f0we1htt0=&ovuser=9dfb1a05-5f1d-449a-8960-62abcb479e7d,raquelri@iadb.org&or=teams-hl&ct=1658857082425&clickparams=eyjbchboyw1lijoivgvhbxmtrgvza3rvccisikfwcfzlcnnpb24ioiiyny8ymja3mdmwmdgxncisikhhc0zlzgvyyxrlzfvzzxiiomzhbhnlfq==) - Learn continuously. - Collaborate and share knowledge. - Focus on clients. - Communicate and influence. - Innovate and try new things. - Strong project management skills and experience in organizing events, workshops and similar. - Record of contributing to publications and other research and academic projects in the governance sector. Requirements - Citizenship: You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries. - 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 - Type of contract: International Consultant Full-Time. - Length of contract: 6 months. - Work Location: On site 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 packages. - Leaves and vacations: 2 days per month of contract + gender- neutral parental leave. - Health Insurance: the IDB Group provides a monthly allowance for the purchase of health insurance. - Savings plan: The IDB Group cares about your future, depending on the length of the contract, you will receive a monthly savings plan allowance. - We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family when it applies. - Hybrid and flexible work schedules. - Development support: We offer learning opportunities to boost your professional profile such as seminars, 1:1 professional counseling, and much more. - Health and wellbeing: Access to our Health Services Center which provides preventive care and health education for all employees. - Other perks: Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, 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 We work to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Through financial and technical support for countries working to reduce poverty and inequality, we help improve health and education and advance infrastructure. Our aim is to achieve development in a sustainable, climate-friendly way. With a history dating back to 1959, today we are the leading source of development financing for Latin America and the Caribbean. We provide loans, grants, and technical assistance; and we conduct extensive research. We maintain a strong commitment to achieving measurable results and the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and accountability. 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The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who come together on a journey 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 a proactive, creative and committed Treasury & Risk Senior Specialist – Derivatives Risk Manager. In this role, you will be responsible for risk management of the Bank's derivatives portfolio. You will work in Treasury Risk Management, part of the Risk Management department. Treasury risk management is responsible for overseeing risks in the Bank's derivatives portfolio and investment book. What you'll do: The candidate will lead the development of innovative and effective risk management solutions to support the Bank's treasury risk management activities in a highly complex and dynamic financial market environment. S/he will implement work programs and projects to strengthen the framework for measuring, assessing and managing treasury risks, including but not limited to the functions listed below: - Formulate effective risk guidelines and limits for the derivatives portfolio consistent with Board approved policies and advise if current risk limits and metrics should be revised in response to changing market conditions or business needs. - Lead the assessment and monitoring of derivative portfolio risks, applying metrics and tools for scenario analysis and stress testing to enable senior management to have a comprehensive view of risk positions, market conditions, and the impact of new initiatives. - Define and enhance stress scenarios for the derivatives portfolio and assess their appropriateness to facilitate understanding of extreme risks and associated implications. - Coordinate with Finance Department (Treasury Division) and RMG/RMT quantitative staff in leveraging the use of risk analytics including potential future exposure, credit and funding value adjustment, risk capital and others to enhance transparency in derivative pricing costs and to help facilitate exposure optimization. - Collaborate with RMG/RMT quantitative staff in assessing the risks of derivative structures (including complex local currency transactions) used in the Bank's investment, borrowing and asset/liability management operations. - Manage the derivative collateral management function, determining appropriate valuations and collateral requirements, and ensuring timely posting of collateral by counterparties. - Negotiate credit elements of ISDA Master Agreements with IDB counterparties, sovereign governments, and corporate entities. - Lead market surveillance efforts to evaluate developments in global macro-economic factors, and relevant asset types and sectors that may impact the risk profile of the derivatives portfolio. - Collaborate with joint RMG and Treasury working groups involved in the analysis of select securities or counterparties of concern and recommend ways of mitigating risks identified. - Manage processes and use of analytical tools by junior staff in carrying out tasks related to investment portfolio performance measurement and derivatives valuation and risk measurement. - Lead working groups and teams involved in implementing various treasury risk management projects and initiatives. - Provide technical guidance to more junior staff, coaching and mentoring them to build technical expertise. - Build on best practices and maintain internal networks to enhance risk awareness and expand knowledge in the Treasury and Risk area of expertise. Represent RMG internally and externally. - Work independently with minimal oversight. Requirements: - Education: Master's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, or a related discipline. Additional Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation preferred. - Experience: [i] Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in Treasury, capital markets, portfolio management, or in managing risks of fixed income and derivative portfolios; [ii] outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills, with a clear ability to add value to the risk management process through creative thinking and in-depth and disciplined analyses; [iii] proven ability to apply broad and deep knowledge of international financial markets and products to address the financial risks of multi-currency investment, funding, and derivative portfolios; [iv] seasoned in the use of financial models as well as quantitative techniques; [v] knowledge of relevant banking regulation, including regulatory frameworks such as Basel III; [vi] experience in the negotiation of master netting and collateral agreements such as ISDA, CSA, or financial contracts, desirable; [vii] demonstrated ability to lead project teams and risk management functions; [viii] ability to draft well-written, coherent analyses and proposals to senior management and to engage senior decision-makers on complex risk issues. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to present complex and technical issues in simple terms. - Ability to lead project teams and risk management functions. - Advanced computer skills, with familiarity with specialized risk models or systems a plus. - Languages: Fluency in English is required. Additional knowledge of Spanish, Portuguese or French is preferred. Key Skills Core Competencies - Collaboration, Teamwork and Inclusion: Works cooperatively with others independent of background (e.g., gender, ethnic origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, background, perspective) or organizational role, and takes a team-based and inclusive approach to projects and decision making. - Innovation and Creativity: Develops imaginative ideas and solutions through creativity, experimentation and critical thinking. - Communication and Influence: Communicates effectively and leverages relationships and strategies to influence others. - Client Focus: Understands client needs and provides services that meet their expectations for quality and performance; meets the Bank's expectations for ethical behavior. Technical Competencies - Quantitative Analysis: Uses analytical tools and mathematical processes to empirically analyze and evaluate data and information. - Qualitative Analysis: Investigates beyond numbers through research and intuition to determine the reasonableness of information used for decision-making. - Financial Market Knowledge: Understands financial market dynamics, products and economics and their implications for financial and risk management. - Financial Operations: Researches, analyzes, inputs and reports information on the origination, execution and monitoring of financial operations. - Systems and Applications Knowledge: Leverages systems and applications knowledge to enter data, process transactions, conduct relevant analyses, and generate reports. - Risk Awareness: Understands, analyzes, acts on and communicates risks by applying appropriate controls and risk mitigation procedures. - Business Acumen: Demonstrates an understanding of own functional area, the business of the Department and the IDB's needs and priorities. Understands and applies knowledge of IDB strategies, business priorities and policies to accomplish goals and execute on business area work program. 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 which 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 wellbeing: Access to our Health Services Center which 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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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. Please visit [www.worldbank.org.](https://www.worldbank.org./) Equitable Growth, Finance, and Institutions Practice Group: The Equitable Growth, Finance, and Institutions Practice Group (EFI) is one of the World Bank Group's four Practice Groups. EFI's mandate is "Growth, Finance, and Institutions for all." Our approach is to leverage public and private sector expertise, together with International Finance Corporation (IFC), to support a data-driven reform agenda. EFI supports clients in advancing evidence-based structural reforms to build the foundations for inclusive and sustainable growth. EFI is composed of four Global Practices (GPs): Macroeconomics, Trade, and Investment (MTI) – consists of country economists and trade, financial and private development specialists that support structural reforms. Governance GP – consists of public sector, financial management and procurement specialists to support institutional and governance reforms and provide fiduciary support to all Bank operations. Poverty and Equity GP – consists of micro, labor, and development economists to build the evidence base, provide advice and operational support to ensure country policies and WBG interventions are inclusive. The Finance, Competitiveness, and Innovation (FCI) GP is comprised of two directorates: The Finance directorate, and the Trade, Investment and Competitiveness (TIC) directorate. The GP aims to support client countries to create an enabling environment in which financial stability, efficiency and firm-level solutions are provided in an integrated way to crowd in the private sector, support the creation of markets, and accelerate equitable growth. The Finance Directorate provides analytical and advisory support to the international community to enact reforms that lead to deep, inclusive, efficient, and resilient financial systems. The Directorate is comprised of thematic teams focused on (i) Financial Stability and Integrity, (ii) Financial Inclusion and Infrastructure, (iii) Long term finance and (iv) Crisis and disaster risk finance. The Financial Stability & Integrity unit (EFNFS) in the FCI Global Practice works on a range of areas, including financial stability, bank regulation and supervision, bank resolution and crisis management, corporate governance, financial integrity, and asset recovery. Within EFNFS, the stability team assists national authorities to improve the prudential policy, legal, regulatory, supervisory, and institutional framework needed to achieve and sustain financial sector stability, engages with standard setters bringing in the perspectives of emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs), and produces analytical work. The (global) stability team provides technical inputs (including as technical project leads) to region-led advisory/analytical operations and lending operations and conducts country-level diagnostics and knowledge work on regulation and supervision of deposit taking institutions, bank resolution and crisis management, and other aspects related to financial stability. It also manages the financial sector assessment programs (FSAPs), coordinates the World Bank engagement with the Financial Stability Board (FSB) and is the lead technical provider for assessments of compliance with the Basel Core Principles for effective banking supervision (BCPs). Role & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be expected to lead and deliver technical work on financial sector crisis preparedness, management and resolution, ahead of and where needed in response to financial sector stress. Such work includes country focused support such as forward-looking assessment of financial stability risks, review of financial safety nets (including in the context of Financial Sector Assessment Programs, FSAPs), policy analysis and design, technical assistance and preparation of World Bank lending. The successful candidate will also contribute to policy making and shaping World Bank positions in global discussions on related topics (including in the context of World Bank membership of the Financial Stability Board, FSB). The candidate should be willing to travel extensively to deliver assistance to client countries. Specific duties and accountabilities include: • Conduct (or contribute to) forward-looking risk assessments of financial systems and individual institutions to identify key financial stability risks (including credit and liquidity risks, interconnectedness, sovereign-bank nexus etc.). • Conduct in-depth assessments of the adequacy of financial safety nets including bank recovery and resolution frameworks (and where needed individual institutions' plans), deposit insurance (in line with the IADI Core principles), emergency liquidity arrangements (based on international standards and best practices as well as country contexts) and formulate practical, implementable recommendations for their strengthening. • Review of crisis preparedness and management arrangements, including inter-agency coordination, cross-border cooperation, communication, information availability, decision-making arrangements etc. • Conduct assessment of compliance with the FSB Key Attributes for effective banking resolution in the context of Financial Sector Assessment Programs (FSAPs). • Assess (or support of the authorities' review of) recovery, restructuring and resolution options for financial systems and, where needed, individual institutions (including in crisis contexts). • Design and deliver financial sector Crisis Simulation Exercises (CSEs). • Analyze international practices and literature on these topics and assess relevance for Emerging market and Developing Economies (EMDEs), prepare written notes, papers, reports which analyze policy issues and implementation challenges, advocate and support recommendations and good practices. • Promote the adoption and implementation of international best practice in client countries to foster the sound development of banking intermediation (including by designing and delivering training and other capacity building activities on such topics) in a manner that fosters financial stability. • Support the design (and implementation monitoring) of World Bank lending projects to support financial sector strengthening. • Represent the World Bank in international fora (as needed, including in the FSB Resolution Steering Group and the International Association of Deposit Insurers-IADI). • Providing compelling presentations on crisis management and financial stability to disseminate policy analysis and recommendations, including in workshops, conferences, and meetings. Selection Criteria • Master's degree in a relevant discipline (finance, economics, public policy, international relations, law); • At least ten years relevant financial sector experience, including working for financial sector authorities, consultancies, investment banks, think-tanks (or similar bodies) involved in all or some of the following topics: resolution, deposit insurance, central banking, banking supervision, financial stability and crisis management; • Excellent knowledge and in depth-experience in crisis preparedness, crisis management, bank recovery and resolution, deposit insurance, emergency liquidity assistance, risk analysis (system-wide and institution specific). Hands on experience in the management of financial sector crises; • Proven capacity to apply best international practices in an EMDE context; • Direct experience in assessing risks and stress of financial institutions, and designing mitigating measures; • Ability to develop comprehensive crisis response plans tailored to different scenarios, ensuring the resilience of the bank's operations and minimizing disruption to customers and stakeholders; • Strong sense of strategy, including ability to conceptualize, prioritize and be selective; • Demonstrated ability to rapidly acquire new skills and knowledge; • Excellent organizational, analytical and prioritization skills, with ability to follow assigned tasks/projects through to completion; • Excellent written and oral communication skills (incl. ability to write reports for senior policy makers) and demonstrated ability to advocate positions; • Fluency in English is required, Fluency in Spanish or French would be welcome; • Willingness to undertake frequent travel. [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](http://www.ifc.org/) IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work with businesses worldwide, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in the toughest areas of the world. IFC has embarked on an ambitious new growth strategy to stimulate more investment activity, especially in Low Income Countries (LICs) and Fragile and Conflict affected Situations (FCS). This strategy calls for generating our own 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 sector bottlenecks that prevent the flow of private capital into productive investment in our member countries and addressing these bottlenecks through World Bank Group engagement on policy reforms and programmatic interventions at the country and sector level. It also requires capacity to leverage WBG programs and projects to develop our own proactive sector interventions and to imagine and design projects even in the absence of reforms. The Financial Institutions Group (FIG) is one of the major industry groups at IFC, responsible for managing roughly 40% of IFC's overall business in terms of volume and capital at risk. FIG engages in a wide range of sub-sectors including Climate, Microfinance, SME, Gender, Capital Markets, Housing, Distressed Assets, and other areas, with both investment and advisory services delivered to IFC's clients through IFC's global network. The Climate business is one of the strategic priorities of the WBG. IFC has set itself a very ambitious climate action plan and target - including energy efficiency, renewable energy, cleaner production and resource efficiency, waste and wastewater management, and green buildings - and has committed that 100% of all investments will be Paris aligned by 2025. To contribute to those targets, FIG has already quadrupled its climate finance investments over the last three years, working with FIs to scale up their financing of climate friendly projects. The focus is to support IFC's client banks and non-bank financial institutions build viable and scalable climate finance operations, leveraging capital markets as well as their client base and partnerships with real market and government players to promote Paris Alignment objectives. The FIG Europe Upstream (US) and Advisory (AS) Unit seeks to create opportunities for new private sector led investments in the region by developing a pipeline of investment-ready opportunities made possible using distinct tools and interventions, including investment structuring, and advisory. The objective of the unit will be to enhance the next generation of FIG investments across priority sectors in the region that promote net zero/decarbonization national strategies. IFC is seeking an US and AS Climate Officer for its Financial Institutions Group in Europe, responsible for the delivery of integrated investment, upstream and advisory solutions in climate finance. This will be done in close collaboration with the Industry Manager for Europe, to ensure high-impact upstream and advisory services projects that create new investment opportunities in climate finance; with a particular focus on defining new capital markets structures and asset classes. This specifically involves 1) incubating high impact projects and initiatives that require upstream project development to reach the point of investment and 2) getting potential clients ready for IFC climate related investment through advisory services engagement; particularly as it relates to climate risk given IFC's Paris Alignment commitments. Role & Responsibilities: The US/AS Climate Officer will have a range of evolving responsibilities in line with climate related strategic priorities of FIG Europe. Anticipated scope of duties and responsibilities during the assignment include the following: • Lead the design and implementation of FIG US/AS climate projects and develop a strong pipeline of quality climate investment opportunities for IFC by employing knowledge and experience of financial markets, climate market trends and industry standards – such as Paris Alignment. • Ensure the design and implementation of new FIG US/AS high-quality climate finance project pipeline, in collaboration with the FIG investment team to ensure strong alignment with the FIG investment and Paris Alignment strategies, WBG and IFC regional and country strategies and IFC ESG standards. • Identify game-changing regulatory reform, business models and trends that can present opportunities for new climate related capital market structures and asset classes. • Lead US/AS climate client engagements to support them in implementing climate related standards such as Paris Alignment, etc. to ensure the viability of climate related IFC investments. • Work closely with investment colleagues to develop and manage client relationships and foster cross departmental collaboration to meet client-specific requirements. • Engage with the IBRD to identify and contribute to sector and regulatory reforms that support opportunities for FIG related climate investment. • Disseminate and absorb knowledge and experience across the regional industry department and global teams to support adoption of new approaches and best practices. • Engage with officials within World Bank, governments, other development organizations, and the private sector to identify joint and IFC US/AS and investment opportunities. • Mentor and support junior staff working on Upstream activities. Selection Criteria • Master's degree or equivalent professional qualification in Business, Finance, Economics, or related discipline, and a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience. • Deep understanding of the financial industry and ability to link policy reforms, climate industry standards including climate risk and decarbonization approaches, advisory interventions, investment, and mobilization to deliver climate related solutions in the region. • Experience in management consulting for the financial sector, investment banking, capital markets and structured finance. • Track record of engaging with private financial sector clients, local and national governments, and other stakeholders to encourage pioneering business and market development. • Demonstrated capacity for innovating and challenging the status quo to develop business opportunities, particularly in capital markets. • Demonstrated capacity for collaborating across organizational boundaries to shift organizational behavior and generate buy-in. • Strong "deal sense" and understanding of bankability criteria. • Outstanding analytical and critical thinking skills; demonstrated ability to synthetize complex information and make concrete strategic and tactical recommendations. • Excellent people and communication skills, openness to feedback and new ideas, and ability to guide, and motivate others. 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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](http://www.ifc.org/). The Disruptive Technologies and Venture Capital team ("CDFDT") invests in VC funds and venture/early growth companies that offer innovative technologies or business models with high impact potential in the emerging markets. By executing transactions at earlier stages than IFC's more traditional business lines, the venture capital team enhances the organization's strong commitment to innovation, support to local businesses, and helps accelerate cross border technology transfers. DT is seeking an experienced Portfolio Analyst to support the Global Portfolio Manager and the team on a range of portfolio supervision activities. The Portfolio Analyst will work closely across the department including the Private Equity Fund's portfolio team, IFC's central portfolio management and other industry departments, fostering solid teamwork across IFC's Operations VPU. In addition, the Portfolio Analyst will support management and supervision of a range of existing portfolio companies, in close collaboration with investment officers. Duties and Responsibilities: • Provide a range of analytical support to Global Portfolio Manager on overall portfolio supervision and management of CDFDT's direct portfolio companies, co-investments and VC funds. Responsibilities include: • Providing analytical support in preparation of quarterly CDFDT portfolio review; • Maintaining client and portfolio database to support overall portfolio data management, including tracking of investment performance, portfolio compliance, and enhance overall data driven approach to portfolio monitoring; • Analyse performance of portfolio companies; undertake research on companies and/or markets by industry and region, and/or perform other types of thematic reviews. • Assist Global Portfolio Manager in managing the overall coordination of relevant quarterly internal portfolio reporting and compliance requirements for CDFDT, including: • Develop and maintain a framework and operational function to systematize compliance tracking and internal portfolio reporting and ensuring good record keeping; act as information quality steward for the unit. • Support coordination with IFC's Central Portfolio Management team and Portfolio Analyst/Assistant Network to align all aspect of portfolio coordination with IFC's operations and portfolio function to ensure application of best practices and IFC standards across IFC operations unit; • Develop best practices and assist investment and portfolio teams on portfolio policies, procedures and systems, in particular with respect to the quarterly valuation cycle; • Assist with processing appointments of IFC nominee directors in DMS and Limited Partner Advisory Committee appointments in related system; • Investment supervision and portfolio support, including analytical, project and partnership work in conjunction on CDFDT team members or independently: • Help supervise investments in portfolio companies and manage internal IFC procedures including preparation of portfolio reports and related information; • Prepare portfolio-related reporting and transaction memos, such as share voting memos, right issue memos; commitment transfers, equity sales memos etc.; • Support the closing out of deadwood equity investments, including working on legal documentation and internal processing to complete sale; • Work closely with portfolio team to develop portfolio value creation initiatives for selected portfolio companies, regions or sectors. • Engage with portfolio company management teams to inform portfolio- and investment-related decisions. • Develop and collaborate knowledge management initiatives and products such as portfolio lessons learned knowledge products and support relevant thought leadership efforts. Selection Criteria • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance or related field; • Excellent and demonstrated knowledge of relevant portfolio databases and systems, and ability to gather and organize information and resources; • Proficiency in the use of Excel and PowerPoint; • Excellent knowledge of IFC's portfolio procedures and processes; • Ability to think independently, proactively address clients' needs, analyze problems, identify and take lead on defining appropriate solutions; • Superior administration, organizational and time management skills; • High level of accuracy and attention to detail with sound analytical skills; • Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to work with people at all levels; • Good interpersonal communication, strong written and oral communications skills; • Ability to deal sensitively in multicultural environments and build effective working relations with colleagues; • High level of discretion and confidentiality; • Fluent 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. 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 Bankis 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. IFC's 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. The Upstream and Advisory Global Secretariat (CUACS), within the Cross Cutting Solutions Vice Presidency, is tasked with driving the effectiveness of upstream and advisory operations in support of the IFC 3.0 strategy and 2030 commitments focused on enabling investment opportunities, enhancing investment outcomes, and improving investment conditions. The CUACS unit is seeking an Operations Officer to support a subset of upstream/advisory business units across the Asia region by providing operational management and client support. Staff position will be based in Singapore to ensure maximum coverage across Asia clients and tasks and be co-located with Asia regional focal point. Duties and Responsibilities: • Apply critical thinking to provide tailored advice to upstream and advisory project teams (in assigned industries/business areas) on program structuring, design and course correction; governance/ADM application and compliance and portfolio and pipeline monitoring including fit with strategy. • Help strengthen project quality at entry and promote effective portfolio supervision and course correction throughout project lifecycle, including conducting quality reviews of project documents (CNs/IPs/PSRs/PCRs/etc) across various project types. This will be achieved through project monitoring, support to Managers and TTLs on portfolio issues, and flagging issues for attention of the results measurement team among other approaches. • Contribute to management reporting efforts to facilitate regional and operational management oversight of portfolio performance and pipeline progress, especially in relation to committed KPIs and strategic directions. Additionally, promote information quality and feedback into reporting enhancements to address management needs or highlight areas where attention needed. • Lead or play an important role in the pipeline and portfolio reviews of Advisory and Upstream, including monthly reports, deep dive sessions with management and other data dissemination. • Play a pro-active role in identifying performance flags from the Upstream/Advisory portfolio, make recommendations for improvements and escalate issues as needed to the CUACS Regional Focal Point, Regional Management or Results Measurement. • Provide analytical/implementation support for regional and corporate cross cutting activities e.g., portfolio/pipeline review meetings, inputs for IORs and briefing books preparation of regional reports, Client Survey, Country Driven Budgeting implementation, etc. • Deliver training on governance, procedures, systems and best practices, as well as, support onboarding of new managers/directors • Build relationships with operational/country managers in supporting overall quality improvement initiatives and adherence to governance. • Identify and suggest recommendations on any cross-cutting concerns raised by project teams that need adjustment (e.g., iPortal, shadow systems and practices, governance issues, reporting gaps etc.). Share across Asia and global team with goal to improve current/new projects development and processing. • Assist with onboarding/mentoring of junior staff/STCs in the team. • Collaborate with Partnerships, Finance, Results Measurement, Legal and other corporate support functions as needed. • Support Asia focal point and dept/VPU level on any ad-hoc regional/corporate initiatives as needed. Selection Criteria • Master's Degree in Business Administration, Economics, International Development, or related field and a minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience. • Prior demonstrated experience and knowledge in providing advisory/upstream operational support and investment operational support strongly preferred. Includes areas of governance, project/transaction processing and corporate systems. • Strong knowledge of operations (including products), particularly with industry operations is desired. • Knowledge of IFC systems (iPortal, etc) a plus. • Experience in or knowledge of project design and project management. • Working knowledge of WBG and IFC strategic priorities/directions (Evolution Roadmap. Corporate scorecard, etc). • Expertise in standard Office software and systems, particularly Excel and PowerPoint. Familiarity with a range of other systems (including AI) and software is welcome. • Proven success in developing and maintaining strong client relationships, intellectual leadership, and organizational effectiveness. • Ability to closely collaborate across IFC, partnering with functions in operations and corporate units to develop solutions, ensuring quality, efficiency and timeliness in the delivery of initiatives. • Self-starter with strong problem-solving, conceptual, and analytical skills. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to interact with people at all levels and capacity to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment. • Ability to work effectively in situations of high demand/pressure and tight deadlines; and demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. • Excellent written and oral English communication and presentation. • Practices CORE World Bank values of Impact, Integrity [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. Country and Position Context The IFC program in Afghanistan has been working to address various issues affecting private sector development. IFC's previous and current engagements include investing in sectors such as telecoms and finance and, in the Advisory Services program, working on improving the investment climate, supporting the development of the financial sector to facilitate access to finance, and working with the private sector to strengthen the capabilities of Micro-, Small- and Medium (MSMEs) to manage their ongoing business activities. IFC is aiming to continuing supporting the private sector in Afghanistan, particularly MSMEs. IFC is looking for a highly motivated Operations Analyst, to be based in Kabul, Afghanistan, to provide support to the Country Management team in the day-to-day operations of the country and program management. The Operations Analyst will work closely with the Senior Country Officer and Country Officer. Key responsibilities entail strategic analysis, data analysis, briefings for internal and external clients, consolidation, and presentation of information for IFC management. 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. The Operations Analyst will report to the Country Manager. Roles and Responsibilities Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Support the Country team and Management in the overall program delivery for IFC in Afghanistan • Undertake analysis and research to support IFC's activities across sectors, including identifying potential partners and investee companies in Afghanistan • Prepare relevant strategy briefs, working papers, presentations, and material for internal and external stakeholders • Help the Country Office keep abreast with relevant economic, political, and market information, disseminating these regularly to relevant stakeholders • Undertake background research on potential partners and investee companies for IFC in Afghanistan, including identifying potential reputational risk flags • Prepare analysis of business performance and monitor/update the pipeline of current and upcoming advisory and investment projects, and prepare materials for management updates as needed • Contribute to preparations for all key IFC events and partner meetings related to Afghanistan, including assisting in organizing webinars, roundtables, conferences • Support in preparing for meetings with private companies, public authorities, other IFIs, and bilateral agencies, helping with follow-ups and assisting in the implementation of action points • Contribute to knowledge sharing across WBG on relevant topics across the region and beyond; • Helping the Country team collaborate closely with the IBRD/IDA and other WBG stakeholders, coordinating as needed on a day-to-day basis Selection Criteria • Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience • Ability to demonstrate attention to detail, thoughtful analysis, and diligence in the quality of work • Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills including presentations, briefs, memos, etc. Ability to proficiently use graphics and tables to analyze data effectively and creatively present findings • Demonstrate active listening skills by being attentive and identifying stakeholder needs • Demonstrate diplomacy and responsiveness in interactions with others • Write in a logical and comprehensive, yet concise manner • Distill and summarize large amounts of information from various sources to prepare business documents and presentations • Team player with good problem-solving and analytical skills, with an ability to execute tasks timely and effectively • Strong organizational skills with an ability to multi-task • Advanced user-level proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word is a must • Strong command of English (written and verbal) as well as Dari and/or Pashto is a 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. 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. IFC's Disruptive Technologies and Funds Group ("CDF") invests in private sector companies globally. IFC's CDF has a track record of successful investments in direct venture capital across many sub-verticals, building out start-up business and co-investing alongside growth equity funds, and in venture capital funds. CDF is unique for both its regional and global prospective on the venture capital space, long-term approach to investments, ability to leverage the resources of the entire World Bank Group, as well as its commitment to maximizing the value for its portfolio companies through sustained assistance. The Disruptive Technologies and Venture Capital team ("CDFDT") invests in venture/early growth companies that offer innovative technologies or business models with high impact potential in Emerging Markets. By executing transactions at earlier stages than IFC's more traditional business lines, the venture capital team enhances the organization's strong commitment to innovation, support to local businesses, and helps accelerate cross border technology transfers. IFC is seeking an Investment Officer to provide coverage for IFC's corporate venture investment program in South Asia. The role will include developing relevant corporate initiatives, partnerships and engagement for the region to enhance IFC's strategic positioning in the disruptive technology space across all relevant industry verticals. Specifically, this person will: S/he will be based in Mumbai, India, and will report to the Chief of Technology Investment and Global Portfolio Manager for the Disruptive Technologies and Venture Capital team. Roles and Responsibilities • Conduct industry and market research/mapping to identify a pipeline of good quality direct venture investments • Evaluate, structure, negotiate, and close new venture capital direct, co-investment, VC funds transactions and follow-on financing opportunities • Conduct analysis of and follow up on new business opportunities and liaise extensively with colleagues worldwide • Lead and support due diligence and drafting of investment recommendation documentation for investment decisions • Lead and support supervision of portfolio companies and VC funds investees and manage internal IFC procedures including preparation of portfolio reports and related compliance related information • Build and maintain strong 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 • Coordinate closely with IFC's business risk functions to ensure maintenance of the highest corporate governance, environmental and social, and integrity standards Selection Criteria • At least 8-10 years of work experience in venture capital or private equity. Prior experience in, investment banking or business/corporate development will be considered • Masters or an MBA is required, preferably from a leading international institution • Proven track record in nurturing client relationships; business development and portfolio supervision • Strong business development and client relationship skills, track record and ability to focus on clients' needs effectively • Ability to interact directly and independently with the senior management of potential clients • Team player with strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work successfully with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds • Excellent financial and analytical skills • Excellent communication and presentation skills • Experience in and analytical knowledge of emerging markets is important • Experience in VC portfolio management, including facilitation of exits. Having prior experience supporting senior partners and portfolio CEOs/Founders will be viewed positively • Work experience in India required • Fluency in English and Hindi [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 Financial Institution Group (FIG) is one of IFC's key Departments responsible for a significant portion of IFC's business volume, profitability and development reach, approximately 40%. FIG engages in a wide range of sub-sectors including Microfinance, SME, Gender, Climate, Insurance, Capital Markets, Housing, Distressed Assets, and other areas, with both investment and advisory services delivered globally to IFC's clients through IFC's global network. FIG has three main objectives: 1) financial inclusion 2) servicing the real economy and 3) mobilizing third-party resources. FIG South Asia Regional Industry Team is seeking an Investment Officer with significant market and industry experience to help grow and develop its business across the region. The selected candidate will be based in Mumbai, India and will focus on supporting both new business development and portfolio management across the region. With a diverse network of markets, the pipeline of new transactions ranges from investing fresh equity in banks to structured finance products which help develop local capital markets. Roles and Responsibilities • Analyze operational and financial performance as well as credit and integrity risks of potential clients and projects. Present recommendations to the business development team on whether to pursue a straightforward deal and alternatives for structuring it. • Collaborate in developing client strategies and engagement plans and pitchbooks for various sectors and countries, including IDA and FCS countries, and conduct sector analysis to be used as input to sector strategies. • Collect financial and operational information from clients, research pricing information, research policies, and procedures. • Build complex financial models, perform due diligence and financial analysis, and/or provide quality control over financial analysis and projections developed by an analyst to evaluate benefits and risks of straightforward transactions. • Ensure adequate and systematic capture of project, sector, and country benchmarking information to capture lessons learned and support decision making in future transactions. • Assess and articulate development impact and IFC's role and additionality in straightforward transactions. Engage with IFC economics team to begin developing AIMM story, including any market creation impact. • Prepare content to convey persuasive and convincing ideas following investment banking quality standards, financial models reflecting different transaction structures, and valuation of companies. • Draft memos and concept notes for repeat business. Independently handle waivers, amendments, and ESAM for straightforward portfolio projects (in coordination with relevant departments) under the general supervision of senior investment officers. • Follow up with mid- and senior-level clients to resolve problems on straightforward projects. • Engage with mid-level clients of straightforward projects to understand their business directions and challenges that may lead to new opportunities, and support design of client engagement plans, as applicable. • Establish and maintain relationships with mid-level clients and other stakeholders (government, development partners, WBG) to explore straightforward business opportunities. • Monitor macroeconomic indicators of sector and country market conditions as well as social and political information that are relevant to assigned portfolio. • Perform credit and risk assessments, financial projections, covenant compliance reviews (debt), and monitor changes to risk flags for determining performance assigned to a portfolio, with limited supervision. • Perform assessment of project development impact and articulate realization of AIMM story and market creation impact, if any. • Prepare investment committee or advisory committee materials for straightforward transactions, ensuring adequate applicability of IFC's policies and procedures. • Coordinate with internal stakeholders (legal, ES&G, economists, and sector specialists) to identify ways to strengthen development impact and financial sustainability of projects. • Hold accountability for the preparation and quality of investment committee materials focusing on financial and nonfinancial risks assessments and deal structuring for straightforward transactions. • Prepare quarterly portfolio reports that include analysis of trends over time, key issues, and areas of potential concern. • Prepare brief documents summarizing post mortem insights from portfolio reviews and reporting to identify improvement opportunities and best practices. • Supervise and ensure quality of portfolio reporting information prepared by junior staff, providing broader industry, subsector, and country perspective into project risks and issues. • Lead efforts to synthesize information from past transactions and extract lessons learned within a targeted area. Identify topics warranting broader and more in-depth analysis. • Research untapped markets to identify constraints to private sector investment as input to upstream market creation decisions or Country Private Sector Diagnostics. • Responsible for doing rating reviews of loan loss reserve on a quarterly basis for the assigned portfolio. Run models for equity valuations to determine the need to modify exit strategy. • Structure straightforward transactions to add value to clients and mitigate risks, taking into consideration lessons learned from earlier transactions and portfolio management. • Lead straightforward investment transactions Incorporating lessons learned from IFC's earlier investments and portfolio management . Ensure timely processing, thorough due diligence, and client satisfaction. Selection Criteria • Master's degree in a related field and at least 8–12 years of relevant experience. Related fields of education include business, finance, or economics or an area of expertise specific to a sector, subject matter, or industry specialty. Relevant experience could include a proven track record in business consulting or investment banking, or operational experience in the sector or technical or professional field. • Ability to apply and understanding of investment, transactions to concretely assess business opportunities and possible solutions to create markets. • Capacity to identify barriers for market creation opportunities in a targeted country by tapping into relevant internal expertise and synthesizing information on local regulatory and economic contexts, industry and sector structure and landscape, and constraints clients are facing to grow their business. • Ability to identify and contribute to design novel and/or scalable approaches, such as leveraging of a WB instrument or de-risking tools. • Understanding of relevant country strategies. • Knowledge of IFC ES&G standards and how they relate to client engagement and WB products and operations. • Demonstrates active listening skills by paying full attention and asking questions to clarify client and stakeholder needs and gather required information. • Ability to interact effectively with clients and stakeholders by acting professionally, responding to their requests and inquiries, delivering what is promised, and meeting deadlines. • Capacity to build productive and mutually beneficial relationships and networks internally and externally to identify business opportunities, discuss structuring alternatives, and resolve issues. • Ability to maintain relevant network in the sector, country, and region to identify for new business opportunities and markets. • Excellent written, verbal communication, and presentation skills to effectively influence the perception and support of clients/stakeholders. • Ability to draft documents and reports that are concise, well-organized, and appropriately focused on most critical points that are relevant to the target audience. • Utilize charts, graphs, and other presentation techniques to simply communicate complex data and concepts. • Able to share valid opinions and new observations relevant to project outcomes with project leaders in a manner that is concise, cohesive, and focused. • Ability to tailor explanations of IFC's value proposition to specific clients and share relevant information on industry practices. • Understanding of market and sector drivers, business and market development cycles, regulatory environments, and how business performance and long-term competitiveness and viability are measured within a sector and how sector dynamics may evolve within a country or region. • Proven analytical, financial analysis, equity valuation, and financial modeling skills to analyze and form conclusions on company financial information or projects and industry indicators. Able to oversee and provide quality control feedback on financial models prepared by analysts. • Capacity to consider transactional aspects of the opportunities being created through Upstream initiatives. • Begin to build transaction experience by working on straightforward investment or advisory transactions with a diverse range of clients and across multiple sectors and subsectors and in more than one industry and subsector. [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 Infrastructure and Natural Resources (INR) Industry is one of IFC's key strategic priorities. The team delivers financial and technical support to clients in the power, transport, telecom, municipal & environmental infrastructure, and mining sectors, from IFC's own balance sheet and through mobilization of other capital. The Department also seeks to maintain IFC, as part of the World Bank Group, at the cutting edge of helping member countries find solutions to new and emerging infrastructure and natural resource issues. IFC's priorities in Asia for INR are: (i) grow business in the region and achieve strong profitability and impact; (ii) build new and nurture existing client relationships to make IFC the preferred partner for key clients; (iii) manage portfolio of assets for strong profitability and impact; (iv) support local companies, while improving transparency and corporate governance; (v) catalyze foreign investment, including through mobilization; (vi) introduce and develop new financial products; (vii) build long-term partnerships with strong regional players and (viii) develop client, sector and country-level solutions that can be scaled and replicated. IFC's INR team is seeking an Investment Analyst for the Asia Pacific region. The position is based in Manila, Philippines. The selected candidate will be supporting IFC's infrastructure business in the East Asia and the Pacific Region, and in particular the Philippines. The role will involve supporting business development activities, executing debt and equity investments, and supervising portfolio investments in the infrastructure sector. Role and Responsibilities: The responsibilities of the Investment Analyst will primarily include: Business Development • Conduct market and industry research and analysis. • Prepare sector mapping to target potential clients and business opportunities. • Identify key stakeholders as input to business development and client engagement planning. • Research prospective client companies for alignment with IFC's strategic, financial and integrity criteria. Transaction processing • Identify data collection needs to support the assessment of financial, operational, development impact, and market information as well as relevant environment, social and governance matters. Coordinate with the client to obtain needed information. • Analyze financial statements/projections, build financial models and run sensitivities, with accountability for its factual accuracy. • Analyze and synthesize debt pricing benchmarks and equity trading comparable. • Gather and summarize project/sector/country benchmarking information to be used to capture lessons learned, with accountability for factual accuracy. • Prepare internal documents, with supervision, for investment committee. • Leverage basic knowledge of IFC's policies and procedures, to ensure approval system workflow and document requirements are met. Portfolio • Gather and summarize information on sectors and countries to support the portfolio team. • Perform credit and integrity risk rating assessments, covenant compliance reviews, and valuations and monitor changes to risk flags to determine performance assigned portfolio, with supervision. • Draft memos and process simple waivers, amendments, and equity sales memos based on guidance from a more senior investment officer. Selection Criteria • Minimum of a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree. • 3 years of work experience as an investment analyst in an international investment bank, commercial bank, private equity firm, consulting, or asset management firm. • Demonstrated skill in financial statement analysis and financial modeling. • Ability to use graphics and tables to effectively and creatively present data. • Ability to demonstrate attention to detail, thoughtful scenarios analysis and diligence in the quality of work. • Ability to form relationships with counterparts at client companies and stakeholders to exchange information needed. • Highly motivated, committed to highest ethical standard, ability to work successfully in multicultural teams and across boundaries. • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. • Fluency in English required. Proficiency in additional languages 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. 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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A. Background of IFC The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank Group, is a leader in sustainable investment in emerging markets. IFC promotes private sector development and economic growth to reduce poverty and improve people's lives. IFC works to help achieve the World Bank Group's overarching goals of ending extreme poverty by 2030 and stimulating shared prosperity in every developing nation. To understand its impact, IFC has developed a results measurement system and a cohort of staff who specialize in helping operational colleagues understand and articulate the development impact of their projects. At the project level, IFC sets out to achieve concrete, measurable internal development targets that are specified at the design phase and, if needed, reviewed from time to time. These targets are linked to IFC's corporate development goals. Progress towards achieving these targets is continuously tracked by its monitoring system, after which evaluative approaches using multiple methods to assess the longer-term impact of interventions are employed. This deliberate, systematic approach allows IFC to track the progress of its projects throughout their life cycle, and incorporate lessons learned into operations to improve future goal setting and project design. It also helps IFC to become more results-focused and to improve its transparency and accountability to stakeholders. Through the business it does with its private sector clients, IFC's priorities in Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Services (MAS) are: (i) increasing productivity and access to goods and services, while protecting the environment, supporting low carbon growth and enhancing resilience to climate change related impacts; (ii) making IFC the preferred financing partner of choice for targeted clients, in part through its world-class industry expertise; (iii) supporting select local companies to grow while improving their transparency, efficiency and sustainable competitiveness; (iv) catalyzing foreign investment, including mobilizing B loans and parallel loans; and (v) developing client, sector and country-level solutions that can be scaled and replicated with a special focus on climate change mitigation and adaptation. B. Project Backgrounds GrowAfrica is looking for six (6) interns to work on Upstream and Advisory projects that aim to reduce the operational risks of the IFC investment projects through strengthening supply chains, addressing food security, increasing collaboration with the World Bank, building the capacities of farmers, improving product traceability, improving food safety, etc. By participating in these projects, interns will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of the agriculture industry and gain valuable experience in the field. The Interns will work under the overall supervision of the Project Leader and the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator. GrowAfrica Project 1: Expanding the capacity of an Agri-commodity trader to increase its sourcing from farmers GrowAfrica Project 2: Promoting sustainable agricultural practices and improving business management processes for coffee farmers in Uganda GrowAfrica Project 3: Promoting agriculture production, specifically in the poultry and coffee sectors in Angola GrowAfrica Project 4: Increasing productivity through training and establishing a reliable supply chain to revive the cotton sector in Mozambique. GrowAfrica Project 5: Developing a food security heatmap to guide and inform the identification of investment opportunities for IFC in Africa that will reduce dependency on imports across the continent GrowAfrica Project 6: Identifying, engaging, and collaborating with the World Bank operations that benefit from IFC's experience working with the private sector C. Objectives of the Internship The IFC MAS GrowAfrica Intern Program is designed to provide a platform for qualified graduate students to bridge their academic knowledge and professional practices, facilitating a smooth transition into careers. GrowAfrica will also offer them hands-on opportunities to contribute to agribusiness development in Africa with an opportunity for them to improve their own skills in agribusiness project delivery and benefit from a dynamic learning experience with other several expectations including: Skill Development: Interns will be expected to enhance their technical, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills crucial for professional growth. Industry Insights: Interns will gain an understanding of industry practices, trends, and challenges, broadening their perspectives. Networking: Interns will interact with professionals, mentors, and peers, building valuable connections for future opportunities. Feedback and Learning: Interns will receive constructive feedback to improve performance and develop a growth mindset. Adaptability: Interns will cultivate adaptability by being exposed to diverse situations and work environments. Project Involvement: Interns will participate in projects, contributing meaningfully to IFC's goals and improving their knowledge in the dynamics of agricultural supply chain. Resume Boost: Internship experience enhances their resumes, setting them apart in the competitive job market. D. Scope of the Assignments The Interns are expected to: • Assist the Project Coordinator in coordinating/facilitating the training of farmers on Good Agricultural Practices by Robust Agronomists, • Assist the Project Coordinator in coordinating/facilitating the training and coaching of Licensed Buying Agents on good record keeping and traceability of sesame supply chain by Robust Agronomists, • Support the Project Coordinator to collect and maintain a database of relevant project documents and draft project reports, • Support project planning and quantitative data collection to monitor & track project indicators, • Monitor and update a risk register, drawing attention of Project Coordinator/Project Leader of any changes to the project risks, • Assist in the establishment of demonstration sites in each of the eight Local Government Areas (LGA) for effective participatory learning by farmers, • Assist in the supervision and guidance of farmers on the production of good quality declared seed for sale to sesame farmers under the Community Based Seed Production Programs, • Support program team to prepare materials and content for major activities, launches, and media outreach by the Communications team, • Contribute to the dissemination and sharing of best practices and lessons learned for planning and knowledge building, • Contribute to the promotion and adoption of Sustainable Agro-ecological practices and technologies to smallholder sesame farmers, • Contribute to the development of a heatmap for priority crops in Africa and contributing to data collection efforts and stakeholder engagements, • Support the development of synergies with the World Bank by contributing to the design and implementation of World Bank operations, • Assist in the coordination/facilitation of project meetings and field trips organized for stakeholders and project management to project sites, and • Participate in other relevant duties as may be assigned by the Project Coordinator/Project Leader. Selection Criteria E. Qualification Requirements • Prefer master's or PhD, with at least two years of work experience. • Studying agricultural with a specialization on crop-science, agriculture economy, agriculture science, agronomy, soil management, social science, economy, or any such relevant fields. Experience in specialized fields associated with the projects in Section B, Project Backgrounds, will be an added advantage. • Ability to use initiative, prioritize, multi-task, and work well under pressure to meet deadlines. • Effective communication skills in multicultural, multi-lingual (at least English for all projects, Hausa for projects in Nigeria, Portuguese for Angola/Mozambique and French for projects in Senegal) environments and good ability to work effectively as part of a multicultural and diverse team. • Adequate knowledge of the African agribusiness challenges, and opportunities. • Clear and systematic thinking that demonstrates good judgement and problem-solving competencies. • Sound knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and social media. • Ability to work independently or as a member of a team. • Results-oriented and team player. • Good interpersonal skills. F. Remuneration The internship package will be structured as follows: • Working hours will be no more than 40 hours per week, limited to a maximum of 160 hours a month. • The internship stipend will be negotiated depending on the experience and qualifications. G. Expected Date of Starting The expected date of start is 1 June – 31 July 2024 with a tenure of a Minimum of two months but not exceeding 6 months. H. Reporting The intern will report to the Project Leader (PL) and supervised directly by the Project Coordinator under each project. I. Confidentiality Statement All data and information received from IFC for the purpose of this assignment are to be treated confidentially and are only to be used in connection with the execution of these Terms of Reference. All intellectual property rights arising from the execution of these Terms of Reference are assigned to IFC. The contents of the written materials obtained and used in this assignment may not be disclosed to any third parties without the expressed advance written authorization of IFC. [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 Vice Presidency for Corporate Support (COSVP) integrates Budget and Business Administration, HR, Communication, Partnerships, and Information & Technology functions under one umbrella to enable the execution of IFC's management and operational needs in the best way. Within COSVP, the Budget and Business Administration department (CBA) plays a pivotal role in allocating IFC scarce resources and aligning them to the IFC 3.0 strategy by leveraging budget as a management tool to mainstream the corporate strategy, creating profitability and efficiency metrics, improving the scorecard, and overseeing procurement and facilities administration. Within CBA, the CBASA unit within CBA supports South Asia Operations and is seeking a Finance Officer based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Reporting to the Regional Financial Controller (RFC) for South Asia, the Finance Officer will be a senior person in the team and has two main primary responsibilities: • To lead the finance and control functions for Bangladesh, Bhutan and Nepal (BBN) and oversee the CBA teams in the Dhaka and Nepal offices • To lead client-facing financial management-related activities such as resource management, analytics, reporting, Trust Fund Management, and controls for Asia/South Asia/Country Office(s) as may be allocated by RFC Roles and Responsibilities Budget and Resource Management • Lead country office budget formulation, cost monitoring, analysis, and reporting activities, partnering closely with clients i.e. Country Managers/ Sr. Country Officers • Advise on resource allocation and reallocation. Lead forecast expenditure exercises (including depreciation forecasting), as required • Collaborate with the Partnership team on Donor funding availability and monitor donor funding utilization for projects and programs as per Governance • Collaborate with the HR Business Partner to budget and manage staff costs for the unit (including managing the technical aspects in the system) • Conduct variance analyses, identify trends, identify/resolve issues, and engage with stakeholders as relevant • Knowledge sharing of WBG/IFC resource management, accounting, and administrative policies & procedures, ensuring these are communicated and followed by staff • Actively participate in Global/Regional/Functional ad-hoc working groups and disseminate learnings to other colleagues Reporting, Communications, and Liaison • Partner with the Country Manager/Sr. Country Officer on budget matters, provide regular updates on budget utilization and surface relevant financial issues to Country Manager/Sr. Country Officer • Manage and review regional Donor reporting as per the respective donor agreements, in close coordination with the Portfolio and Partnership teams for South Asia • Provide insightful information and analysis • Coordinate and lead preparation of monthly and quarterly financial and operational reports for Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Nepal countries and other departments as required • Work closely with the CBA Real Estate team on office ecology and other footprint analytics • Work closely with WB Country office counterparts on common issues like VAT process, Tax exemption, duty-free import, etc. Where required establish MoU for cooperation and common services on a cost-sharing basis • Share best practices and establish a strong knowledge network within and outside CBA Financial Control and Fiduciary Responsibilities • Oversee and supervise all finance and accounting activity in the designated Country Office/s • Apply the internal control framework to the department's financial transactions and review internal control effectiveness • Perform routine analyses, identify problem transactions/irregularities and resolve problems in a timely and effective manner • Within the Policy framework, find opportunities to automate, simplify processes, find innovative solutions and implement improvements to enhance efficiency. • Ensure a strong control environment and Strong scorecard ratings • Provide business intelligence and, if required, supporting documents and reconciliations during preparation for internal and external audits and coordinate their smooth implementations with action plans • Ensures compliance with World Bank Group policies and procedures within the Unit Team Management • Lead and manage the Dhaka and Kathmandu teams in their day-to-day activities and support their professional development and career growth under the guidance of the RFC and the Manager • Mentor and build capacity within the team, meeting the needs of individual staff in line with their annual objectives • Ensure optimum allocation of work and effective backup arrangements to enable timely completion of activities • Promote sharing of knowledge and information within the team to scale best practice Selection Criteria • Relevant master's degree (Finance, Accounting, Business Management) with 8 years of relevant professional experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional professional Finance/accounting qualifications will be preferred (eg. CA, ACCA, CIMA) • Demonstrated ability to inspire and lead teams and deliver results through others either as part of the defined organizational structure or on a project basis • Sound knowledge and understanding of accounting theory and principles, combined with proven practical skills in financial and management accounting, reporting & analytics, business planning, budgeting and financial controls/audit • Strong problem-solving, conceptual, and analytical skills. Good understanding of critical linkages and relationships between budget processes, business operations and financial objectives • Ability to research, analyze and interpret data and information from different sources; Retrieve data from SAP or other databases to analyze and support decision-making • Strong proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word): Strong data management skills; ability to quickly develop effective understandings of logical accounting/finance data structures and data inter-relationships to effectively evaluate and make recommendations; Strong sense in using PowerPoint to communicate messages simply, visually, and effectively. • Proven experience in the development and/or implementation of new technologies related to analytics, resource management and budget/operations planning and monitoring. Interest in or enthusiasm around working with technology rollouts • Strong communication skills (in English), both written and oral, to convey complex budget and administrative financial issues concisely to management and staff • Ability to work independently and as part of a team; organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines • Ability to effectively transfer knowledge and stimulate continuous learning • Ability to work under pressure; flexibility in handling several concurrent assignments, including project management skills • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with internal/external partners in a multicultural environment. Ability to develop solid relationships with key stakeholders and build productive partnerships [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 IFC program in Afghanistan has been working to address various issues affecting private sector development. IFC's previous and current engagements include investing in sectors such as telecoms and finance and, in the Advisory Services program, working on improving the investment climate, supporting the development of the financial sector to facilitate access to finance, and working with the private sector to strengthen the capabilities of Micro-, Small- and Medium (MSMEs) to manage their ongoing business activities. IFC is aiming to continuing supporting the private sector in Afghanistan, particularly MSMEs. The IFC Afghanistan Country Office is recruiting a Country Officer based in Kabul, Afghanistan to work closely with IFC's Senior Country Officer and Country Manager to support the advisory and investment service program development and oversight in the country. The position will report to the Country Manager. Roles and Responsibilities In his/her capacity, the Country Officer's responsibilities will include, among others, the following: • Help oversee on the ground all IFC's investment and advisory-related activities in Afghanistan, in coordination with the Senior Country Officer and Country Manager • Develop market knowledge to ensure that IFC is working with suitable sponsors and partners. Actively contribute to partner and investee selection, ensuring adequate mitigation of potential reputation risks for IFC • Develop and maintain relationships with companies at a senior level to identify business opportunities considering IFC's strategy and priorities in Afghanistan • Develop and maintain strong relationships with IFC Industry and Advisory Departments to originate and help manage a pipeline of investments and advisory projects • Support proactive and strategic portfolio management in line with IFC and WBG's strategic priorities in Afghanistan • Strengthen relationships and foster close collaboration with key IFIs, and multilateral and bilateral stakeholders active in Afghanistan (UN, FCDO, EU, and other development partners) • Contribute to the development of IFC's strategy in Afghanistan, in collaboration with Country and Regional Management teams • Lead the on-ground coordination with IBRD/IDA in collaboration with the IFC Country team, and develop a strong understanding of WBG products • Ensure preparation of timely and good-quality documentation, presentations, briefs, and analysis as needed for all internal and external discussions relating to IFC's engagement in Afghanistan • Keep closely abreast of market, political, and economy-related developments in Afghanistan and ensure timely dissemination of information to WBG stakeholders as needed • Contribute to and share knowledge sharing across WBG on relevant topics across the region and beyond • Represent IFC on the ground in Kabul in relevant events, workshops, roundtables, etc • Management of visiting missions; coordinate with WBG CMU and clients on the ground to ensure efficient, safe, and effective missions in collaboration with the program assistant • Act as the Security focal point for the IFC team on the ground and visiting missions in close coordination with the IBRD CMU and the security team on the ground Selection Criteria • At least eight (8) years of professional, relevant experience, preferably with experience in the energy sector and/or consulting • Master's in business, economics, law, public administration or related field • Experience relevant to private sector development and familiarity with the Afghan operational environment and development issues • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and sound business judgment to identify issues and present creative and practical solutions • Team player with organizational skills and demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision • Ability to respond to situations of high demand and pressure in a timely manner • Ability to work independently, organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines • Proven ability to work cooperatively with a multi-disciplinary team, other groups throughout the institution, and development partners • Ability to work with, and relate to, a wide range of stakeholders- donors, clients, and staff. The ability to work across the institution in a collaborative manner is essential • A proven record in timely delivery of written/analytical outputs with high quality • As an ambassador representing the IFC in the country, the Country Officer must be a role model for the ethical behavior values of the IFC • Strong client relationship management skills, with an existing network of relevant top-level contacts in the country's private sector and/or demonstrated ability to build such a high-level client network • Significant experience with proven success in developing client relationships • Ability to represent IFC externally with government, media, clients, donors, and other stakeholders • Ability to think strategically and adjust the country's strategies as needed so that they remain responsive to the needs of client countries, and in coordination with development partners • Excellent communication skills, including written and oral presentation skills in English; fluency in Dari and/or Pashto • Willingness and ability to travel as needed [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. IFC's Tourism, Retail and Property (TRP) team sits within the Health Education and Services (HES) Division. The TRP sector's business has been growing significantly and Tourism is an important sub-sector within TRP. IFC has played a key role in supporting this sector in developing countries and particularly during the recent COVID-19 pandemic. The team works across the hotel and resort spectrum from business to leisure, luxury to budget, transient to extended stay, providing both project and corporate finance to large owner/operators as well as small players. In addition, the team also supports development and deployment of relevant advisory and upstream tools to strengthen private sector's capability and development impact and catalyze further investment in sector in the emerging markets – sustainability and finding new and innovative ways to meaningfully engage the sector is key. To support the growth of this business, IFC is recruiting a Tourism Sector Specialist with considerable practical experience in emerging markets in the sector. The Tourism Sector Specialist plays a key role in helping IFC to evaluate project investments in addition to advising on strategy, developing strategic relationships, supporting innovation and knowledge management, and playing their part in positioning IFC as a thought leader in this space. The successful candidate is expected to have rich strategic and operational experience in the tourism sector, preferably in operating and/or asset managing hotels in emerging markets, have sound business judgment, and be able to work in investment teams by providing expert opinion on the technical and operational aspects of investment proposals from across our global network. The selected candidate will be based in Washington DC and will work under the oversight of the Global Sector Manager. The position will have a global focus and ability to undertake regular travel commitments, is expected (primarily developing economies). Note: If the selected candidate is a current Bank Group staff member with a Regular or Open-Ended appointment, s/he will retain his/her Regular or Open-Ended appointment. All others will be offered a term appointment with a 12-month probation period (term contracts are usually 3 years with the potential for reappointment if all performance objectives are met and business case needs remain). Duties and Accountabilities: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Participate in business origination activities, build client networks and maintain client relationships; • Appraise and assess the technical and commercial feasibility of potential projects and companies that are seeking an investment from IFC (including analysis of key areas such as business model, market, management, operations, and agreements with operators where applicable) and provide advice for project improvement and its long-term sustainability/feasibility. Preparation of detailed written reports with clear views on the technical and financial feasibility aspects of the proposed investment, supported by analyses of sponsors and the hotel market as well as precise considerations for IFC; • Participate in portfolio management of existing projects while providing value-addition to our clients by providing expert advice to clients on key aspects of their operations and performance; • Support the investment officers in developing comprehensive financial projections for all investment cases; • Support the development and implementation of IFC's Tourism sector strategy both globally and regionally; • Contribute to the development and internal and external dissemination of information, knowledge and benchmarking relevant to the tourism sector; • Engage and work with colleagues from across the World Bank Group. Provide input on various tourism technical assistance initiatives with IFC and the broader World Bank Group; • Extract lessons learned from IFC investment projects and develop best practices to apply on future projects; • Keep updated on and share as relevant with the team sectoral and industry news, trends and related developments; • Hire and supervise consultants where needed to support IFC's work in tourism sector. Selection Criteria • A Master's degree in a relevant field is required. • 20+ years of deep practical-based experience in the hotel industry, preferably on the hotel development/operational/asset management side or on the technical/consulting front in senior management roles (typically late/mature-career professionals). Preference will be given to candidates with solid experience in hotel development, project management, and hotel operations with a hotel owner-operator/developer-investor and/or a hotel chain; • Experience in and knowledge of emerging trends in the sector and new business models such as online aggregators, hybrid models, sustainable tourism will be a plus; • Ability to work across different geographies, cultures and organizations and on multiple projects simultaneously is required; Significant international exposure, including experience of working in developing countries, will be a key advantage; • Extremely flexible to meet the demanding global travel requirements of the job; • Excellent communication skills in English. Knowledge of another major business language such as French or Spanish is an advantage; • A strong sense of curiosity and the ability to work both in teams and independently would be strong attributes; • Position requires sound business judgment to identify the strengths and weaknesses of tourism projects and to provide precise evaluation of technical, commercial, and managerial issues; and • Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in detailed written reports (for example when assessing and appraising potential investment projects). • Applications should be sent in English. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Cover letter should clearly describe the relevant results the candidate has delivered in prior positions, rather than simply listing responsibilities. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. [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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The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and enthusiastic people who come together on a journey 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 The Independent Consultation and Investigation Mechanism (MICI for its initials in Spanish) is the independent accountability mechanism of the Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB, IDB Invest, and IDB Lab). It started operations in September 2010, and its operation is governed by the IDB and IDB Invest MICI Policies, which are currently in effect. The MICI is a last resort alternative for addressing the concerns of groups of individuals or communities who allege that they are or might be adversely affected by IDB Group-financed operations due to institutional non-compliance with its operational policies. MICI is intended to be an accessible, responsive, and dynamic institutional resource to address stakeholders' requests with independence, efficacy, and environmental and institutional resources that address stakeholders' requests with independence, efficacy, and efficiency. The Compliance Review Phase aims to impartially and objectively investigate allegations by Requesters that the IDB Group has failed to comply with its Environmental and Social Safeguards and has caused harm to complainants. Investigations must be approved by the Board of Directors, to which investigations and recommendations are presented. The Compliance Review process is fact-finding in nature. It is not a judicial process designed to establish guilt or innocence, adjudicate fault, or apportion blame among the various designed to prove guilt or innocence, or adjudicate fault or apportion blame among Parties involved. The MICI mandate is only to investigate allegations of noncompliance with Safeguards in a Group's financed operations. It does not have the mandate to investigate and examine actions of governments, public entities, local authorities, Borrowers, Clients, Executing Agencies, or other lenders, sponsors, or investors in connection with the Bank-Financed Operation. We are looking for a highly dedicated, practical, devoted, effective, and results-oriented professional for the role of Senior Research Associate. As a Senior Associate for the Compliance Review Phase, you will have the overall objective of supporting MICI´;s Specialists in day-to-day case management, as well as gathering information that will allow the identification of relevant topics to be analyzed and discussed, supporting the Mechanism Institutional Learning roleLikewise, this position will help the Compliance Review Phase identify and engage with key relevant stakeholders for MICI's mission in Latin America and the Caribbean. What you'll do: Conduct comprehensive research and analysis related to the case's investigation processes. Including · Assist in the preparation of investigation and other relevant documentation. · Review, organize, and synthesize researched information, documenting analyses and findings as needed. · Contribute to the development and implementation of MICI's institutional learning strategy. · Facilitate knowledge sharing and learning across the organization. · Assist in preparing learning materials and conducting training sessions as needed. · Support the Compliance Review Phase by conducting research, preparing reports, and providing analytical input. · Engage with relevant stakeholders to gather information and ensure their perspectives are considered in the Compliance Review Phase. · Assist in developing and implementing strategies to enhance stakeholder engagement in the Compliance Review Phase. · Any other related activities deemed necessary by the Director. What you'll need · Education: An advanced degree in social sciences, master's degree in law, social or environmental impact assessment, public policy, or related fields. · Experience Demonstrated three years of work experience in research and the application of environmental and social safeguards and standards, as well as in the field of sustainable development, with particular focus on the LAC Region. · Languages: Full command of Spanish and English is required; knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is desirable. Strong oral and writing skills are a must in both languages. [Key skills](https://idbg.sharepoint.com/sites/hrd/en/pages/career/cmf.aspx?xsdata=mdv8mdf8fgjimjhhmgqymzfmotrinjbmyzrjmdhkytzmmtm3njc2fdlkzmixyta1nwyxzdq0owe4otywnjjhymnindc5ztdkfdb8mhw2mzc5ndq0mjy2mdg5mtc1odb8r29vzhxwr1zoylhovfpxtjfjbwwwzvzobgnuwnbzmly4zxlkv0lqb2lnqzr3tgpbd01eqwlmq0prswpvavyybhvneklptenkqlrpstzjazkwyudweulpd2lwmvfpt2pfegzrpt18mxxnvgs2yldwbgrhbhvamtlozwtrmfdusk9hrnbfuvhst1jhtxduvk13tuu5rvvusk1wr3mwvdfksmrfmuhxwgxaywtwb1dsunjlbhbfu1rsqwrhahlav0zrtg5zexx8&sdata=ri9xngrtmghad1jsl2nprvn3k1vodu90bdjnodmvwm1bt2ivr2f0we1htt0=&ovuser=9dfb1a05-5f1d-449a-8960-62abcb479e7d,raquelri@iadb.org&or=teams-hl&ct=1658857082425&clickparams=eyjbchboyw1lijoivgvhbxmtrgvza3rvccisikfwcfzlcnnpb24ioiiyny8ymja3mdmwmdgxncisikhhc0zlzgvyyxrlzfvzzxiiomzhbhnlfq==) o Learn continuously. o Collaborate and share knowledge. o Focus on clients. o Communicate and influence. o 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. 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 a 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. Follow us: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inter-american-development-bank/ https://www.facebook.com/IADB.org https://twitter.com/the_IDB 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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