Global Development Investment Specialist

7 days ago

Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia international finance corporation Full time

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is a leading development institution focused on private sector investments in emerging markets. Our mission is to promote sustainable economic growth and reduce poverty by leveraging the power of private sector finance.

About the Role

We are seeking an Associate Investment Officer based in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to support the Financial Institutions Group (FIG) Middle East, Central Asia, Turkey, Afghanistan, and Pakistan team. This role will be responsible for developing and evaluating investment opportunities that align with IFC's development impact strategy in the sub-region.

  • Develop and evaluate a pipeline of investment opportunities that fit IFC's development impact strategy in the sub-region.
  • Actively contribute to the processing of transactions, including the internal preparation of written approval documents to move transactions forward.
  • Become a core member of transaction teams, which structure, negotiate, and close new transactions with a strong focus on counterparty and asset quality.
  • Support investment transactions by handling key transaction approval documents internally and coordinating with extended team members from multiple support departments.
  • Assume portfolio supervision responsibility for the proactive management of multiple FIG MCT portfolio investments.

This role requires a deep understanding of the financial institutions sector, including commercial banking and non-bank financial institutions. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills, are essential. Fluency in Arabic is highly desirable.

The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of professional experience in the banking and finance sectors, with a proven track record of supporting the origination, structuring, and closing processes of investments, as well as portfolio supervision work and client relationship management.

Requirements
  • MBA or equivalent master's degree qualification with specialization in finance, economics, or a related field.
  • At least 5+ years' full-time professional working experience in the banking and finance sectors.
  • Demonstrated sound business judgment, problem-solving skills, strong financial and credit knowledge, and financial modeling skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, including the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and tactfully to various audiences.
  • Fluency in Arabic is highly desirable.

The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including retirement plans, medical and life insurance, paid leave, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer with a dedicated and committed workforce.

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