Description

 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 experienced investment officers to support business development and deal processing in Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, Grenada, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Martin, St. Lucia, Trinidad and Tobago, and Suriname. Each investment officer will be assigned countries of primary focus and will work closely with industry teams across different sectors. The positions will be based in Jamaica or Trinidad and Tobago. 

ROLES AND RESPONSABILITIES:

•  Develop and maintain a good understanding of the markets and opportunities in each assigned country in the Caribbean.
•  Work with investment, advisory, upstream, and relevant WBG teams to develop a strong investment project pipeline.
•  Work as an integral part of investment teams on project structuring and processing.

Selection Criteria

•  Post-graduate degree, preferably in finance, business administration, management, economics, or a similar field. 
•  6 to 8 years of relevant experience, preferably in development, investment or commercial banking, or public-private partnerships.
•  Strong analytical, credit, and financial modeling skills. Experience in assessing the viability of business opportunities and risks. Strong transaction experience.
•  Good understanding of IFC’s investment and advisory business lines and products.
•  Experience building successful relationships with clients.
•  Team player, collaborative, creative, client-oriented, driven to build the business, and willing to travel frequently.
•  Excellent English language skills, written and oral. (French and Spanish skills are not a requirement but would be an advantage.)

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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