Duties and Accountabilities: 

• This is a dynamic role that requires a high-level of interest in private equity, international business, emerging markets, and development impact. The responsibilities of an Investment Analyst are divided among new business, portfolio management and corporate strategy:

New Business

•  Assist Investment Officers with the diligence, preparation of documents for IFC internal processes and structuring of Private Equity fund investment and co-investment projects in Africa.
•  Coordinate with internal IFC stakeholders – including Legal; Risk; Environmental and Social; Development Impact; and Macroeconomics – to successfully process investment projects and ensure compliance with IFC standards.
•  Conduct industry research, network at regional and global industry conferences, and create country-focused and regional market mappings.

Portfolio Management 

•  Actively monitor fund relationships across funds in Africa. This includes: (i) participate in the annual meetings; (ii) coordinate with IFC’s Legal department and Portfolio Manager to make key decisions on fund matters; and (iii) review private equity funds information and preparing internal reports based on periodic financial statements, project progress reports, and other information submitted by clients.
•  Build and maintain client relationships to ensure responsive client service and enhance new business opportunities.
•  Prepare documentation for IFC internal processes and perform portfolio analyses at the regional and global levels.

Corporate Strategy 

•  Assist Global Managers with assignments relating to global teams and corporate strategy. This includes: (i) analyzing the development impact of IFC’s PE Funds department; (ii) performing deep dives on target regions and sectors; and (iii) ensuring data accuracy in internal systems.

Selection Criteria

•  Bachelor’s or equivalent from a reputable university; preferably with major in accounting, economics or finance;
•  Minimum 2-3 years of working experience in a reputable institution in an Analyst role for equity investment or corporate finance, or 2-3 years consulting experience with an established consulting firm;
•  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
•  Strong financial modeling and equity valuation skills
•  Sound business judgment to identify issues, and present creative and practical solutions;
•  Facility to work successfully in multicultural teams and across boundaries;
•  Demonstrated teamwork skills;
•  Strong client service orientation with an openness to feedback and new ideas;
•  Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and French (preferably)