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IFC โ a member of the World Bank Group โ 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.
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The Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Services (MAS), East Asia and Pacific sector team is recruiting an Investment Analyst based in its Hong Kong office. Investment Analysts work closely with IFCโs Investment Officers, who are responsible for the origination, structuring, negotiation, and subsequent supervision of the Corporationโs investment projects. Investment Analysts help identify new projects and assist Investment Officers in executing transactions and portfolio monitoring.
East Asia and Pacific team are based across the region with main hubs and offices in Beijing, Singapore, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh City. The team members work on 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, structured finance products which help develop local capital markets as well as loan instruments.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Investment Analyst assists Investment Officers in all aspects of their work including but not limited to:
โขย Conducting industry and market research and assisting IFCโs business development and portfolio management efforts in the manufacturing, agribusiness, and services sectors.
โขย Participating in all phases of an investment project life cycle, including structuring, negotiation, internal approval, closing and management of the investment in portfolio phase.ย
โขย Creating financial models, analyzing historical and projected financial statements.
โขย Reviewing company information and preparing reports on periodic financial statements, project progress reports and other information submitted by clients.
โขย Preparing documentation for IFC internal processes
โขย Tracking operational and financial performance of IFC's portfolio clients, including compliance with IFC's agreements
โขย Performing credit reviews and valuations of equity investments and loan instruments
Analyst also assists the division managers in preparing:
โขย Country investment strategy papers.
โขย Briefs for visits by high-level IFC staff.
โขย Other tasks assigned by the Manager.
Selection Criteria
โขย Minimum requirement is bachelorโs degree or equivalent degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related specialization, or an MBA or other Masters in a related field.
โขย 3 yearsโ experience in corporate or investment banking.
โขย Sound analytical and conceptual skills encompassing finance and the associated areas of financial investment, portfolio management, corporate finance, and economics.
โขย The ability to communicate ideas clearly and confidently (both verbally and in written form) in English.
โขย Advanced Microsoft Excel financial modeling skills.
โขย Aptitude in basic financial software applications and the ability to quickly learn new applications.
โขย A keen interest in development finance and in working in a multicultural, team-based environment.
โขย Investment Analyst is expected to work for 2-to-5-year terms, up to a maximum of 5 years.
โขย Language- Essential (English); Chinese will be a major asset
WBG Core Competencies
โขย Deliver Results for Clients - Achieves results and identifies mission-driven solutions.
โขย Collaborate Within Teams and Across Boundaries - Initiates collaboration across boundaries and broadly across WBG, bringing differing ideas into the forefront.
โขย Lead and Innovate - Develops innovative solutions with others.
โขย Create, Apply and Share Knowledge - Creates, applies, and shares knowledge from across WBG to strengthen internal and/or external client solutions.
โขย Make Smart Decisions - Recommends and takes decisive action.
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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