IFC hiring Associate Investment Officer.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct industry and market research/ mapping to identify a pipeline of good quality investment opportunities.
• Evaluate, structure, negotiate, and close new venture capital transactions.
• Help supervise investments in portfolio companies and manage internal IFC procedures including preparation of portfolio reports and related compliance related information.
• 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.
• 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 5-6 years of experience in venture capital, private equity, consulting, investment banking, equity research.
• Candidates that have a proven track-record of sourcing, structuring, and closing investments are preferred.
• Advanced degree required, MBA from leading international institutions preferred
• Strong interest in venture investing and emerging technology areas.
• Strong familiarity with financial software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office suite, research, and financial databases, etc.)
• Proven track record in nurturing client relationships; business development.
• Strong business development and client relationship skills, track record and ability to focus on clients ‘needs effectively, notably in a fragile business environment.
• Work experience and relationships with stakeholders in African venture ecosystems including start-ups, VCs, other investors, and development partners is a plus.
• 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 portfolio management.  Having prior experience attending investee company board meetings and supporting senior partners and portfolio CEOs/Founders will be viewed positively.
• Fluency in spoken and written English and French; a multi-lingual background will be viewed upon favorably.

Closing date: 30 September 2022.