Description
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), member of the World Bank Group (WBG), is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. The (WBG) is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries. It uses financial resources and extensive experience to help countries reduce poverty, increase economic growth, and improve quality of life. IFC works with more than 2,000 businesses worldwide, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in the toughest areas of the world. In fiscal year 2018, we delivered more than $23 billion in long-term financing for developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity. For more information, visit www.ifc.org. IFC is recruiting an Investment Officer (IO) to be based in IFC Kinshasa office, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The IO will identify business opportunities in the DRC and the Republic of Congo (Congo-Brazzaville). He/she will also conduct early screening of prospective investment and advisory projects, and preliminary assessments in close collaboration with IFC industries teams. He/she will be involved in transaction execution as required. He/she will assist the Country Manager and the Country Representative in the formulation of strategies for the countries in the sub-region, including notably the Systematic Country Diagnostics (SCDs) and the Country Partnership Frameworks (CPFs) in collaboration with WBG teams. He/she would follow-up on various engagements with development partners, business partners, and government representatives to further enhance IFC’s financial and development impact. As required, he/she will also handle administrative matters related to the day to day management of the IFC Kinshasa office. He/she will provide guidance for the management of portfolio projects and input for the structuring of new projects, especially as it related to their alignment with the strategic objectives of the WBG in the DRC and Congo-Brazzaville and IFC’s new global corporate strategy (IFC 3.0) The IO will report to the IFC Resident Representative in Kinshasa office which is under the coverage of the IFC Douala sub-regional offices (Cameroon, Central Republic of Africa, Chad, Democratic Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Republic of Congo and Sao Tome & Principe). The position involves frequent travels. Role & Responsibilities: • Proactively develop a strong pipeline of good quality investment opportunities through anticipating market trends and employing sector/country knowledge; Selection Criteria • A post-graduate degree in one or more of the following disciplines: economics/ finance/ business management; The World Bank Group values diversity and encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of World Bank Group member countries to apply, regardless of gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. Sub-Saharan African nationals, Caribbean nationals, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. |
Tagged as: Banque Mondiale, DRC, Investment, RDC, World Bank
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