Associate Investment Officer/Associate Operations Officer

international finance corporation

IFC a member of the World Bank Group 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. Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet.

The Caribbean Region is seeking an Associate Investment Officer or Associate Operations Officer (AIO or AOO) to support the implementation of the IFC country strategy, business development and transaction processing in the Dominican Republic (DR). The AIO or AOO will work across all IFC sectors, working closely with industry teams on the design, negotiation, structuring, and supervision of projects. The position will be based in Santo Domingo and report to the IFC Senior Country Officer for the DR.  

Duties and Accountabilities

Strategy

•  Develop and maintain a good understanding of the economic, political and business environment in the DR.

•  Contribute to WBG strategy documents such as Country Private Sector Diagnostics and Country Partnership Frameworks.

Business development and transaction processing

•  Work with investment, advisory, upstream, and relevant WBG teams to roll out the IFC strategy and develop a strong project pipeline.

•  Build and maintain relationships with the private sector and WBG colleagues to support business development, processing and portfolio management.

•  Work as an integral part of investment teams on project design, structuring, and processing.

•  Participate in key missions/trips to the DR.

•  In the context of growing the business, help prepare high-quality briefs and presentations for WBG senior management.

Portfolio management

•  Develop a good understanding of the portfolio, assist with resolving issues, and contribute to maintaining good relationships with existing clients.

Selection Criteria

•  Post-graduate degree, preferably in finance, business administration, management, economics, or a similar field. 

•  At least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in development finance, corporate finance, investment or commercial banking, financial advisory services or operational experience in an investment or advisory role.

•  Experience or a strong interest in working in the DR; familiarity with the development challenges will be an advantage. 

•  Strong analytical, credit, and financial modeling skills. Experience in assessing the viability of business opportunities and risks will be an advantage.

•  Good understanding of IFC's investment and advisory business lines and products. Knowledge of IBRD's operations will be a plus.

•  Knowledge of industries (e.g. financial sector, infrastructure, energy, agribusiness, manufacturing, etc.) and opportunities in the country will be an advantage.

•  Experience building successful relationships with clients.

•  Team player, collaborative, creative, client-oriented, driven to build the business in the DR, and willing to travel frequently.

•  Excellent English and Spanish language skills, written and oral.

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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Porcentaje del trabajo: 80-100% / 100%

Tipo de empleo: Staff (Permanent and Fixed Term)

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