Investment Officer – MAS Africa Upstream & Advisory.

IFC â a member of the World Bank Group â is the largestglobal development institution focused on the private sector in emergingmarkets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, andinfluence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. Infiscal year 2023, IFC committed a record US$43.7 billion to private companiesand financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of theprivate sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economiesgrapple with the impacts of global compounding crises. For more information,visit .

The IFC 3.0 strategy aims to stimulate more investmentactivity across emerging markets, especially in Low Income Countries (LICs) andFragile and Conflict affected States (FCS). This strategy aims to create newopportunities for private investments in riskier markets and sectors byproactively working âupstreamâ to create, deepen, and expand markets and designand develop potential investment projects. Achieving these growth and impactambitions at scale requires a different approach to business development, dealsourcing, and client support that relies on 1) a broader product offering toengage earlier in the project cycle and secure opportunities; 2) a greaterfocus on preparing clients in nascent markets and sectors for investment; 3) agreater focus on value addition and risk management of portfolio investmentclients to enhance their performance; and 4) a longer time horizon and a morepatient, longer-term perspective.

To drive this approach, IFC is seeking an Investment Officerto join the Manufacturing, Agribusiness, and Services (MAS) department in theIFC Office in Nairobi, Kenya. The Investment Officer will be responsible for onsupporting the development of a high-quality investment pipeline across theEastern Africa region. S/he will also support IFCâs efforts to enableinvestment opportunities, enhance investment outcomes, and improve investmentconditions in the MAS sectors.

Duties & Accountabilities:

The roles and responsibilities of the position will includebut not be limited to:

⢠Support the identification and assessment of Upstream, Advisory and Investment opportunities based on country and sector strategies and market creation potential.
⢠Work closely with the IFC Investment Services team across countries in Eastern Africa to contribute to the development of early-stage project collaborations and co-developments; feasibility studies; and/or pilot projects that lead to investment opportunities.
⢠Establish and maintain effective private sector client relationships including with local and national governments and other stakeholders to encourage pioneering business and market development activities.
⢠Assist in designing and implementing scalable solutions and platforms that can be replicated across different African markets.
⢠Identify game-changing trends, technologies and business models; and develop innovative solutions to meet client and market needs.
⢠Proactively track and report on project milestones and KPIs jointly with the Investment Services team.
⢠Lead projects end to end, including supervision of other staff working on projects.
⢠Work with the World Bank to analyze sector and regulatory reforms that are needed to unlock opportunities for private investment. 

Selection Criteria

⢠Master's degree or equivalent professional qualification in Business, Finance, Economics, International Relations, Science, Engineering, or other relevant field.
⢠Strong investment banking, private equity, fund management or other similar experience with direct involvement in transactions.
⢠At least 7-8 years of relevant experience in project and/or program development, producing feasibility studies, hands-on advisory and/or consulting functions in emerging markets.
⢠Experience in project/program management, including executing against implementation plans with defined business development milestones.
⢠Strong quantitative skills; familiarity with company evaluation and valuation; and proven experience with designing and/or working with financial models.
⢠Ability to engage with private sector clients, local and national governments and other stakeholders to encourage pioneering business and market development.
⢠A genuine commitment to development and to the World Bank Group and IFC's mission, strategy and values.
⢠Understanding of IFCâs strategic priorities and changing business model against the backdrop of IFC 3.0.
⢠Experience in monitoring and reporting on a portfolio of projects/programs/initiatives.
⢠Outstanding analytical and critical thinking skills.
⢠Strong written and verbal communications skills.