Investment Officer

Job #:
req19810

Organization:
IFC

Sector:
Investment

Grade:
GF

Term Duration:
‎3 years ‎0 months

Recruitment Type:
Local Recruitment

Location:
Cairo,Egypt

Required Language(s):
English

Preferred Language(s):
Arabic, French

Closing Date:
‎11/‎26/‎2022 (MM/DD/YYYY) at ‎11:59pm UTC

Description
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 ‎2022, IFC
committed a record $‎32.8 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
www.ifc.org.
IFC's Disruptive Technologies and Funds Group ("CDF") invests in private
sector companies globally. IFC's CDF has a track record of successful
investments in direct venture capital across many sub-verticals, building out
start-up business and co-investing alongside growth equity funds, and in
venture capital funds. CDF is unique for both its regional and global
prospective on the venture capital space, long-term approach to investments,
ability to leverage the resources of the entire World Bank Group, as well as
its commitment to maximizing the value for its portfolio companies through
sustained assistance. The Disruptive Technologies and Venture Capital team
("CDFDT") invests in venture/early growth companies that offer innovative
technologies or business models with high impact potential in Emerging
Markets. By executing transactions at earlier stages than IFC's more
traditional business lines, the venture capital team enhances the
organization's strong commitment to innovation, support to local businesses,
and helps accelerate cross border technology transfers.

The IFC's Disruptive Technologies and Venture Capital team is looking to
recruit an Investment Officer in IFC's Cairo Office to support the current
team in sourcing and executing new investment opportunities, as well as
managing investment portfolio through value creation initiatives and local
client relationships across regions and sectors. The Investment Officer will
play an active role in participating in the local offices and the region's
business activities, interact directly with local and global clients, and will
work with colleagues from Headquarters (Washington DC), MENA, Africa, and
other regional offices.

Duties and Responsibilities
*
Conduct industry and market research/ mapping to identify a pipeline of good
quality investment opportunities.
* Evaluate, structure, negotiate, and close new venture capital transactions.
* Help supervise investments in portfolio companies and manage internal IFC procedures including preparation of portfolio reports and related compliance related information
* Conduct analysis of and follow up on new business opportunities and liaise extensively with colleagues worldwide.
* Lead and support due diligence and drafting of investment recommendation documentation for investment decisions.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, global and regional private businesses, banking and multilateral partners and government officials to further develop the sector and to develop specific investment opportunities.
* Coordinate closely with IFC's business risk functions to ensure maintenance of the highest corporate governance, environmental and social, and integrity standards.
Selection Criteria
* At least ‎5-‎7 years of experience in venture capital, private equity, consulting, investment banking, equity research. Candidates who have a proven track-record of sourcing, structuring and closing investments preferred.
* Advanced degree required, MBA from leading international institutions preferred.
* Entreprenurial spirit with strong interest in venture investing and emerging technology areas.
* Candidates that have a track-record across the VC life cycle are preferred, including investments (sourcing, structuring and closing investments), portfolio value creation, and securing exits;
* Proven track record in nurturing client relationships; business development;
* Strong business development and client relationship skills, track record and ability to focus on clients 'needs effectively, notably in a fragile business environment;
* Work experience and relationships with stakeholders in key regions is preferred. This includes North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, and the Middle East venture ecosystems including start-ups, VCs, other investors, and development partners;
* Ability to interact directly and independently with the senior management of potential clients,
* Team player with strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work successfully with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds.
* Excellent financial, analytical, communication and presentation skills.
* Experience in portfolio management will be viewed positively. This includes prior experience supporting investee companies at board level, and supporting portfolio company CEOs/Founders;
* Strong familiarity with financial software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office suite, research and financial databases, etc.)
* Fluency in spoken and written English; a multi-lingual background will be viewed upon favorably.
World Bank Group Core Competencies
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.
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dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender,
gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or
disability.
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