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 in developing countries. In fiscal year 2023, IFC committed a record US$43.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economies grapple with the impacts of global compounding crises. For more information, visit

IFC has embarked on an ambitious new growth strategy (IFC 3.0) to stimulate more investment activity. This strategy calls for generating unique opportunities by proactively working \xe2\x80\x9cUpstream\xe2\x80\x9d to create, deepen, and expand markets and to imagine, design and implement investment projects. It requires taking a systematic approach to understanding the regulatory and sector bottlenecks that prevent the flow of private capital into productive investment in our member countries and addressing these bottlenecks through World Bank Group engagement on policy reforms and programmatic interventions at the country and sector level. This strategy also calls for working with Governments and World Bank colleagues to first seek private sector solutions to address development challenges - where such solutions are advisable and can be effective - and reserve public financing for projects only when other options are suboptimal.

IFC is seeking Senior Investment Officers to identify new investment opportunities, execute transactions and actively manage portfolio projects in Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Services (MAS) in the Middle East, Central Asia, Turkey, Afghanistan, and Region. The position is based in Dubai, UAE or Amman, Jordan.

The Senior Investment Officer will be responsible for overseeing business development and execution of MAS transactions in the region. She/he will work closely with the global sector leads. She/he will also coordinate on a continuous basis with the Country Managers and other Regional Industry units in the Middle East, Central Asia, Turkey, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, as well as other relevant Departments/Divisions within IFC, (such as Risk, Special Operations, Environmental and Social, Treasury and Legal, etc.).

Duties and Accountabilities :

• Business Development: Source and assess opportunities, identify bankable projects in target regions, and grow and develop new business transactions. Develop and guide teams in the preparation of pitchbooks and client proposals in support of new business.
• Structuring and Negotiation: Structure complex investments (comprising both debt and equity). Negotiate terms with clients, internal and external stakeholders, and partners, including senior management of IFC and clients. Prepare client/partner presentations and support their decision making at key transaction stages.
• Deal Execution: Lead transaction team from initiation, due diligence, internal approvals, and processing of debt and equity investment, actively handling key work and directing and coordinating work of other team members from across multiple departments. Take full responsibility and accountability for transaction related decisions and relationships.
• Transaction Management: Deliver all transactions and accountabilities of the role efficiently, on a timely and expeditious basis and using best practice standards. Ensure that defined transactional requirements recorded in documentation are executed accordingly. Monitor the portfolio and report development results internally and externally.

Selection Criteria

• MBA or equivalent professional qualification.
• A minimum of 9 years of substantial professional experience in positions of increasing complexity and responsibility that includes significant experience in finance, investment banking, mergers and acquisitions, structured finance, corporate finance, or private equity, with a proven track record of sourcing, structuring and closing investments.
• Familiarity with Manufacturing sub-sectors.
• Strong analytical skills to review and analyze complex financial information. Knowledge and experience in global financial markets including expertise in emerging markets.
• Advanced financial, credit and risk evaluation skills, with demonstrated ability to structure and negotiate a variety of complex financial instruments (debt and equity).
• Experience in identifying, originating and qualifying new business opportunities developing and executing results-driven client engagements.
• Demonstrated strong written, presentation, and communications skills in English and ability to synthesize and present information effectively and tailored to different audiences.
• Excellent business judgment and problem solving skills to identify issues, present creative, practical solutions, and make and commit to sound decisions, anticipating short and long term implications.
• High degree of diplomacy and sensitivity in dealing with internal and external clients, staff and managers at all levels. Discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information
• Genuine commitment to sustainable development
• Willingness to travel extensively and geographic flexibility.

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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