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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 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 confidential
The Manufacturing Agribusiness and Services (MAS) group is one of IFC’s key Departments responsible for a significant portion of IFC’s business volume, profitability and development reach. MAS engages in a wide range of sub-sectors including health, education, housing, tourism, agriculture, animal protein, forestry, chemicals, automotive, etc.
MAS is seeking to hire
- four Extended Term Consultants (ETCs) based in Mexico City, Mexico or Sao Paulo, Brazil. The ETC will assist Investment Officers who are responsible for the design, negotiation, structuring, and subsequent supervision of the Corporation’s investment projects.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The ETC will be integrated into the team that develops new business, structures transactions, and supervises a portfolio of loans, quasi-equity and equity investments in MAS sectors in countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, with a primary focus in Mexico/Brazil.
The candidate is required to know and effectively use fundamental business concepts and practices and to provide analytical, research and other professional support to Investment Officers. The work program is varied and may be somewhat complex requiring evaluation, original thinking and various written outputs.
The ETCs will assist Investment Officers in the following activities:
- Perform financial and operational analyses of companies in various industrial and service sectors.
- Develop financial models, or work with existing ones, as needed, to track historical financial performance and generate projected statements for forward-looking analysis.
- Prepare documentation for IFC internal processes, including investment proposals, modifications to existing IFC investments, and periodic portfolio reports and credit ratings.
- Monitor compliance with operational, reporting and financial covenants of client companies.
- Perform valuations on equity investments and derivative instruments.
- Conduct industry and market research and assist in IFC’s business development efforts.
- Establish and maintain quality client relationships to ensure responsive client service.
- Liaise with colleagues across departments, across the region and at the head office in Washington DC.
- Execute ad hoc tasks as requested by the Industry Managers, the Country Manager or the Regional Industry Director.
Selection Criteria
- Bachelor’s or equivalent degree with specialization in business, finance, accounting, economics, etc. with an outstanding academic record.
- Preferably with at least 1-2 years of experience in finance, banking, portfolio management or consulting.
- Sound numerical, analytical and conceptual skills encompassing finance and the associated areas of investment, portfolio management and corporate finance and economics.
- Strong financial analysis and modelling skills using Microsoft excel and ability to identify key issues.
- Commitment to economic development and keen interest in development finance in emerging markets.
- Ability to work successfully in multicultural teams and across boundaries.
- Demonstrated teamwork skills.
- Strong client service orientation with an openness to feedback and new ideas.
- Fluency in English and Portuguese or Spanish (oral and written).
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