IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. Operating in over 100 countries, IFC leverages capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities, helping to end extreme poverty and promote shared prosperity.
Job Role
Senior Investment Officer – Consumer Services Sector
Locations
Accra, Ghana | Lagos, Nigeria
Organization
IFC (International Finance Corporation), World Bank Group
Sector
Investment
Term Duration
3 Years
Recruitment Type
International Recruitment
Closing Date
March 18, 2025, at 11:59 PM UTC
The Role
IFC is seeking a Senior Investment Officer to join its Regional Manufacturing, Agribusiness, and Services (MAS) team in Africa. The role will be based in either Accra, Ghana, or Lagos, Nigeria, with a regional focus. The selected candidate will provide expertise in the Consumer Services sector, covering tourism, retail, property, health, and education.
This position requires strong technical skills in investment sourcing, structuring, negotiation, execution, and portfolio management, alongside leadership experience. The successful candidate will play a key role in defining strategies for IFC’s Services business in Africa while leading investment transactions and project teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop a strong investment pipeline by proactively sourcing and identifying new business opportunities in the Consumer Services sector.
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with clients, businesses, financial institutions, multilateral partners, and government officials.
- Lead deal structuring, negotiation, and execution of complex transactions, including debt, equity, and mezzanine investments.
- Manage portfolio restructurings, rescheduling, capital increases, and equity sales.
- Collaborate with environmental, social, governance, and technical teams to enhance client businesses and achieve sustainable development impact.
- Lead term sheet negotiations and legal documentation processes, overcoming challenges in complex transactions.
- Mentor and guide junior investment professionals, enhancing IFC’s internal capacity.
- Assist in strategic planning for the Consumer Services sector in Africa, working closely with industry and regional teams.
- Represent IFC as a thought leader in tourism, retail, property, health, and education investments.
Selection Criteria
- MBA or equivalent qualification in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
- 12+ years of experience in corporate and/or project finance, with a proven track record in investment origination and execution.
- Strong financial, credit, and equity analysis skills, with experience structuring debt, mezzanine, and equity instruments.
- Expertise in consumer services investments, including tourism, retail, commercial and residential property, healthcare, and education.
- Demonstrated ability to originate transactions in West and Central African markets.
- Ability to independently engage with C-suite executives, financial partners, and government officials.
- Strong business development and client relationship management skills.
- Sound judgment in assessing macroeconomic trends and identifying viable investment opportunities.
- Fluency in English (French is a plus).
- Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
- Willingness to travel regionally across Africa as needed.
- Passion for sustainable economic development.
Why Join Us?
The World Bank Group offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (retirement, medical, life, and disability insurance), and paid leave, including parental leave. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application via the World Bank Group Careers Portal before the deadline: March 18, 2025.
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