Investment Analyst at International Finance Corporation

International Finance Corporation (IFC) a sister organization of the World Bank and member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in developing countries. The Bank Group has set two goals for the world to achieve by 2030: end extreme poverty and promote shared prosperity in every country.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Investment Analyst

Job Code: req23326
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full time
Sector: Investment
Grade: GE
Term Duration: 2 years 0 months
Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment

Job Description

• The Africa Infrastructure team is seeking an Investment Analyst to join our team in Lagos, Nigeria. The candidate is expected to perform the functions of an Investment Analyst.
• IFC recruits investment analysts globally on two-year term contracts extendable to a maximum of four years. Upon completion of their contracts, investment analysts typically leave to pursue a graduate degree or additional work experience.

Duties & Accountabilities

• Create and analyze financial models, review and analyze historical and projected financial statements including DCFs and market comparisons;
• Participate and support in the structuring of new transactions by understanding its financial aspects, including conduct of market analysis and determining financial soundness of company or project opportunities;
• Conduct industry, integrity (KYC), and market research (including pricing benchmarks) and assist in IFC's business development efforts;
• Elaborate pitchbooks and proposals for clients including the use of graphics and tables to effectively and creatively present data;
• 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;
• Participate and provide analytical support in investments negotiations;
• Participate in the active monitoring of investments in portfolio companies, including monitoring of compliance with IFC financial, environmental, insurance, and legal requirements;
• Identify data collection needs to support the assessment of financial, operational, development impact, and market information as well as relevant ES&G matters. Coordinate with the client to obtain needed information;
• Demonstrates active listening skills by being attentive and listening to others in order to identify client and stakeholder needs; and
• Extract lessons of IFC’s earlier investments or advisory mandates and other evaluative work as relevant to provide input to the structuring of straightforward transactions.

Selection Criteria

• Bachelor's or equivalent Degree (preferably with a concentration in Finance, Business, or Economics);
• A minimum of 3 years work experience in a financial institution, investment banking, private equity fund, consulting firm, or other relevant sector experience with a proven track record doing financial analysis;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including ability to identify issues and present creative and practical solutions;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing;
• Experience in infrastructure-related projects (i.e. transport, power, telecom, water and sanitation) and/or project finance will be a plus;
• Demonstrated quantitative, financial analysis and modeling skills;
• Keen interest in development finance and multicultural environments;
• Highly motivated, committed to highest ethical standard, ability to work successfully in multicultural teams and across boundaries;
• Strong knowledge of financial markets;
• Fluency in English required, proficiency in additional languages is preferred.

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