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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. Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet.
IFC’s Infrastructure Department is looking to hire an Extended Term Consultant (ETC) to join IFC’s infrastructure investment team covering primarily the MCT Region (Middle East, Central Asia, Türkiye, Afghanistan and Pakistan). The position is based in Almaty, Kazakhstan. The ETC is expected to work closely with IFC Investment Officers, who are responsible for the design, negotiation, structuring and subsequent supervision of the Corporation’s investment projects. The ETC will help identify new projects and assist Investment Officers in executing deals, advising private companies on restructuring and using new financial instruments (e.g. risk management tools). The ETC will also assist Investment Officers in the regular, periodic supervision of IFC’s debt and equity investments, including the preparation, evaluation, and execution of, amongst other (i) waivers and amendments; (ii) debt rescheduling and/or restructuring transactions; and (iii) equity sales.
Roles and Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Create and analyze financial models
• Review and analyze historical and projected financial statements
• Conduct industry and market research and assist in IFC’s business development efforts
• Elaborate pitchbooks and proposals for clients
• Review company information and prepare reports on periodic financial statements, project progress reports, and other information submitted by clients;
• Prepare documentation for IFC internal processes
and
• Participate in the active monitoring of investments in portfolio companies, including monitoring of compliance with IFC financial, environmental, insurance and legal requirements
Selection Criteria
• A bachelor’s degree from a renowned university (preferably with a specialization in Finance, Business, or Economics – enrollment in the CFA program is a plus)
• Experience in a financial institution (2+ years) with a proven track record (international exposure desired)
• Experience working in Central Asia and a good knowledge of its financial markets are a plus
• Experience in infrastructure-related projects will be a plus
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills as well as sound business judgment to identify issues and present creative and practical solutions
• Facility to work successfully in multicultural teams and across boundaries
• Demonstrated quantitative, financial analysis and modelling skills
• Demonstrated teamwork skills
• Proactive initiative taker
• Ability to manage and complete multiple projects/tasks simultaneously and to meet deadlines under pressure
• Keen interest in emerging markets
• Willingness and ability to travel on short notice as required
• • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are required; fluency in Turkish is a strong plus.
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Note: The selected candidate will be offered a one-year appointment, renewable at the discretion of the World Bank Group, and subject to a lifetime maximum ET appointment of three years. If an ET appointment ends before a full year, it is considered as a full year toward the lifetime maximum. Former and current ET staff who have completed all or any portion of their third-year ET appointment are not eligible for future ET appointments.
