International Finance Expert

Company Overview:

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is a global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. With over 100 years of experience, IFC has been instrumental in creating markets and opportunities for businesses to thrive.

We are committed to ending extreme poverty and boosting shared prosperity on a livable planet. Our new growth strategy, IFC 3.0, aims to stimulate more investment activity, especially in Low-Income Countries (LICs) and Fragile and Conflict-affected Situations (FCS).

Job Description:

As an Operations Analyst with our Upstream and Advisory Services department, you will play a crucial role in providing analytical support to the team through research, analytical, and operational work. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Preparing materials relevant for and supporting in drafting concept notes, implementation plans, project supervision reports, and project completion reports;
• Performing analytical work (due diligence, resources budgeting, pricing tool) as input to designing and considering the structure of upstream and advisory engagements;
• Assisting in the preparation of project proposals for clients;
• Supporting the team with overall project management, planning, and monitoring of deliverables to ensure timely and quality delivery of the work program; and
• Preparing documentation for IFC internal processes.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or a related field;
• Chartered Accountancy (CA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification preferred;
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial or investment banking, management consulting, or other fast-paced, knowledge-intensive environments;
• Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through;
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines;
• Team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic;
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal);
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to adapt quickly to a variety of industries and businesses;
• Ability to self-direct, analyze, and evaluate information, and form independent judgments;
• Ability to effectively interact and build relationships with senior management and global stakeholders;
• Commercially savvy with the ability to exercise discretion concerning highly confidential/sensitive information;
• Strong dedication to growth and alignment with the mission, strategy, and values of the World Bank Group and IFC.

Benefits:

The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including:

• A retirement plan;
• Medical, life, and disability insurance;
• Paid leave, including parental leave; and
• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Others:

At the World Bank Group, we value diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity and inclusive employer, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.