Job: Senior/Investment Officer

Location: Rabat, Morocco 
Deadline: Tuesday, 15 October 2013 

Description

Background / General description

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, promotes sustainable private sector investment in developing countries as a means to reduce poverty and improve people’s lives. To complement its growing investments, the International Finance Corporation invites applications for the following position in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Department

Duties and Accountabilities

IFC is looking to hire an experienced Investment Officer/Senior Investment Officer to complement the team responsible for IFC’s investments in the Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Service (MAS) sectors in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region., The ideal candidate should be a seasoned investment professional with strong experience in leading a variety of transactions in emerging markets. A well-established track record of originating, executing, and subsequently managing investments is a prerequisite. This position will be based in Rabat, Morocco and will entail extensive travel in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. More specifically, she/he will:

Develop and execute a strategy for business development and client engagement with the objective of building a robust pipeline of investments for the MAS sectors in the Maghreb

Screen proposals for early review and provide guidance in the preparation of investment committee materials with a key focus on overall equity/ credit assessment and deal structuring

Ensure that standards are met with respect to client service, timely processing, thorough due diligence and the quality of internal and external materials and the data therein

As required, act as a key relationship manager for MAS clients in the Maghreb

Contribute to monitoring, managing, and reporting on the performance of IFC’s MAS investment portfolio in the Maghreb

Mentor junior staff

 

Selection Criteria

At least 8 years of experience at top-tier financial institution(s) in an equity, debt, and/or M&A context,

MBA or Masters Degree in Finance, Economics, International Business, Development Studies, or related field

Extensive experience in business development, evidenced by excellent interpersonal skills, established industry contacts and a demonstrated ability to originate transactions and incubate new ideas

Ability to interact directly and independently with senior company management, lawyers, transaction advisors, and senior government officials

Strong analytical and problem solving skills and sound business judgment to identify potential issues and present creative and practical solutions

Ability to work successfully in multicultural teams, across boundaries, and to travel frequently

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French, including the ability to articulate ideas clearly and succinctly. Knowledge of Arabic is a plus

Ability to manage and complete multiple projects simultaneously and to meet deadlines under pressure

Genuine and demonstrated interest in sustainable development and working in emerging markets

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