Job #: | 122890 |
Title: | Investment Analyst - Johannesburg, South Africa |
Job Stream: | Investment |
Location: | Johannesburg, South Africa |
Closing Date: | 01/20/2013 |
Background / General description: | |
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank Group, is a global investor and advisor committed to promoting projects in its developing member countries that are economically beneficial, financially and commercially sound, and environmentally and socially sustainable. IFC finances private sector investments, mobilizes capital in the international financial markets, helps clients improve social and environmental sustainability, and provides technical assistance and advice to governments and businesses in the developing world. The IFC office in South Africa (Mining Department) is seeking to recruit an Investment Analyst based in Johannesburg. The successful candidate will work closely with Investment Officers, who are responsible for the design, negotiation, structuring and subsequent supervision of the Corporation’s investment projects. S/he 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). | |
Duties and Accountabilities: | |
Specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: •Creating financial models; •Analyzing historical and projected financial statements; •Conducting industry and market research and assist in IFC’s business development efforts; •Reviewing company information and prepare reports on periodic financial statements and project progress reports and other information submitted by clients; •Preparing documentation for IFC internal processes; •Establishing and maintaining quality client relationships to ensure responsive client service and to enhance new business opportunities; •Participating in investments negotiations; •Participating in the monitoring of investments in portfolio companies | |
Selection Criteria: | |
•A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with specialization in finance; •At least 2 years’ relevant experience in a financial institution; •Strong analytical and problem solving skills and 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 presentation skills; •Fluent in English. Portuguese and French would be an advantage but not essential. •Knowledge of the mining sector would be an advantage. •Willingness to travel within and outside the region. Women are strongly encouraged to apply |
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