(Associate) Investment Officer โ Special Operations Job #: req34136 Organization: IFC Sector: Operations Grade: GF Term Duration:ย 3 years 0 months Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment Location: Bangkok,Thailand Required Language(s): English Preferred Language(s): Closing Date: 9/8/2025 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC
Description
IFCโa member of the World Bank Groupโis 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. Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet.ย
The Department of Special Operations (CSO) is a group of highly experienced finance and restructuring specialists responsible for IFCโs distressed investment portfolio. CSO is tasked with maximizing recoveries on International Finance Corporation (IFC) investments, protecting IFCโs reputation, and preserving the development impact of IFCโs investments by designing and implementing restructuring and recovery solutions for distressed credits globally.
This is a fast-paced opportunity to work with a small, experienced team of investment professionals at IFC. The position is for professionals who wish to work and travel internationally, covering all the industries and developing markets where IFC invests. The successful candidates will be exposed to a broad overview of the sectors in which IFC invests and its product offerings.ย
The (A)IO position is based in Bangkok, Thailand.
Roles and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will work closely with experienced Special Operations Officers to develop and implement restructuring and recovery efforts for IFC debt and equity investments that have shown signs of distress. In addition, the candidate will be expected to develop an understanding of the dynamics of the regional portfolios in one or more sectors and to actively engage with the respective portfolio officers to explore areas of potential CSO value addition.
โข ย Review and analyze sophisticated financial models.โข ย Perform company financial analysis from a credit assessment perspective.โข ย Draft memoranda, reports, presentations, and other documentation required for IFC internal supervision processes.โข ย Engage cross-departmental staff (including Industry teams, Legal, Financial Operations, Credit, Syndications, etc.) and clients in connection with project work.โข ย Conduct industry and market research.โข ย Participate in restructuring/rescheduling and investment recovery negotiations.โข ย Maintain CSO knowledge management platforms, ensuring that project and other information is complete and up to date.
Selection Criteria
โข ย Masterโs degree in Finance, Business Administration (MBA), or a related field (or equivalent).โข ย A minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant professional experience in restructuring or workout roles. Experience across multiple sectors, such as financial services, manufacturing, agribusiness, or infrastructure, is highly desirable.โข ย Strong negotiation and transaction execution skillsโข ย Sound business judgment and analytical skillsโข ย Demonstrated passion for working internationally in developing countries and ability to travel accordinglyโข ย Ability to build effective relationships with IFCโs investee clientsโข ย Clear and nuanced oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and tactfully to a variety of stakeholdersโข ย Demonstrated teamwork skills with the potential to grow into leadership roles.
WBG Culture Attributes:
1. Sense of Urgency โ Anticipating and quickly reacting to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful Risk Taking โ Taking informed and thoughtful risks and making courageous decisions to push boundaries for greater impact.
3. Empowerment and Accountability โ Engaging with others in an empowered and accountable manner for impactful results.
World Bank Group Core Competencies
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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