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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. In fiscal year 2023, IFC committed a record $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.
Private sector financial development is essential to the promotion of successful and sustainable economies in low and middle-income countries around the world. Sound and efficient financial markets can ensure that resources are allocated where they are most productive, assisting job creation and spurring economic growth. IFCโs goal is to prioritize investment in the financial sector because it promotes development in all other sectors.
The Financial Institution Group (FIG) is one of IFCโs key Departments responsible for a significant portion of IFCโs business volume, profitability, and development reach, approximately 40%. FIG engages in a wide range of sub-sectors including Microfinance, SME, Gender, Climate, Insurance, Capital Markets, Housing, Distressed Assets, and other areas, with both
The FIGโs Middle East, Central Asia, Tรผrkiye, Afghanistan and Pakistanย (MCT) team is based across the MCT region with main hubs and locations in Istanbul, Amman, Almaty, Tashkent and Dubai. The team members work on both new business development and processing, and portfolio management across the region.ย
The FIG CAT team is seeking to hire an Investment Officer based in Almaty, Kazakhstan to help grow and develop business and to help portfolio management in CAT.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
โข Proactively manage assigned portfolio investments, monitor financial standing of clients and their compliance with all the aspects of legal agreements.
โข Support structuring, negotiations and processing of debt and equity investments, as may be necessary, with a strong focus on client and asset quality (includes evaluating new opportunities, due diligence, negotiating mandate letters, term sheets and other transaction documents).
โข Identify and evaluate opportunities to increase the social development impact of new or portfolio projects.
โข Lead new transactions (as may be assigned) and negotiate appropriate financial structures, terms and conditions of investments.
โข Help in development of a pipeline of good quality investment opportunities.
Selection Criteria
โข MBA or equivalent qualification with specialization in finance.
โข At least 6+ years working experience in finance with a proven track-record of supporting the origination process, structuring and closing investments.
โข Strong preference for someone with investment experience in the financial sector.
โข Solid understanding of banking, non-bank financial institutions and related industry knowledge.
โข Strong financial and credit skills; modeling skills; demonstrated ability to structure a variety of financial instruments (debt and equity).
โข Client relationship skills, track record and ability to identify clientsโ needs.
โข Strong inter-personal skills to work successfully in multicultural teams and across boundaries.
โข Commitment to highest ethical standards.
โข Genuine passion for sustainable development.
โข Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Russian.
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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