Investment Officer

Job Description The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. Working with more than 2,000 businesses worldwide, we use our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities where they are needed most. Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Services (MAS) is one of IFC’s key industry groups responsible for a significant portion of IFC’s business volume, profitability and development reach. MAS engages in a wide range of sub-sectors including agribusiness, forestry, manufacturing, chemicals, healthcare, property, retail, and other areas, with both investment and advisory services delivered globally to IFC’s clients through its global network.

**Roles and Responsibilities**: Transaction execution and portfolio work in MAS LAC Evaluate, structure, negotiate, and close new MAS transactions, portfolio restructurings, rescheduling, capital increases, equity sales, etc. Develop innovative and appropriate financial structures for complex transactions. Participate or lead negotiations as appropriate; use financial competencies and personal influencing skills to overcome impasses and lead negotiations to a successful outcome. Work independently and with more senior staff to develop a strong pipeline of good quality investment opportunities.

Mentor junior staff on all aspects of IO work. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, global and regional private businesses, banking and multilateral partners to develop investment opportunities. Coordinate closely with advisory and environmental & social teams to add value to our clients' businesses, find pragmatic solutions to the specific sector challenges, and achieve sustainable development impact. Collaborate with the upstream team.