Investment Manager (Business Development Unit) at OPEC Fund for International Development

The OPEC Fund for International Development is a multilateral development finance institution established in 1976. Our 12 Member Countries are:  Algeria, Ecuador, Gabon, Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Libya, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Investment Manager (Business Development Unit)

Location: Austria
Department / Unit: Private Sector Operations / Business Development
Required Languages: English / German
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
Grade: Professional
Job Category: F
Recruitment Status: International 

Job Profile

• The incumbent plays a pivotal role, in OPEC Fund’s Private Sector Department, in identifying and evaluating investment opportunities in accordance with OPEC Fund’s strategies, policies and procedures.
• The Investment Manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with partners and for the origination, project screening, due diligence and presentation of new credit, guarantee and investment approvals for credit committee recommendation and Governing Board approval. 

Duties and Responsibilities
Business Development:

• Establishes and maintains relationships with partners including sponsors, MDBs/DFIs and commercial banks
• Establishes and maintains regular contact with existing partners in order to develop pipeline for current and future years
• Conducts business development missions to identify and qualify potential partners
• Stays abreast of country, sectoral, market and business developments/new projects
• Assists the Director, Business Development Unit in preparing marketing plans to improve business development capabilities and identify new opportunities for the OPEC Fund to increase the level of business origination.

Transaction Appraisal:

• Conducts thorough appraisal/due diligence of new projects under consideration with a focus on financial institutions and/or infrastructure projects
• Reviews and assesses all aspects of new projects (including financial viability, creditworthiness, development effectiveness, ESG, KYC and other internal requirements).

Stakeholder management and engagement:

• Represents the institution at conferences, meetings, symposia, and other external events
• Ensures proper communication and collaboration with internal stakeholders

Carries out other tasks that are related to the job function, assigned by the Director, Business Development Unit.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a (closely) related field 
• A minimum of five (5) years relevant professional experience, of which at least two (2) years should have been obtained within the Private Sector division of a major international development finance institution; a banking environment (including commercial or investment banking, fund management or a development bank); a commercial/development environment of relevance to the OPEC Fund’s operations and job profile
• Experience in investment transactions, with proven success in developing client relationships as well as sourcing, negotiating, structuring and executing investments
• Demonstrated quantitative, qualitative, financial analysis and financial modelling skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills as well as sound business judgment to identify opportunities and drive business growth
• Sound financial analytical writing skills with focus on detail
• High initiative and ability to work independently as well as with team members in a collaborative environment
• Strong sense of responsibility
• Strong interpersonal skills with a high level of integrity and drive for achieving results
• Demonstrable ability to work in an international multi-cultural environment, with sensitivity and respect for diversity
• Fluent in English. Good working knowledge of Arabic, French or Spanish is an added advantage

Competencies:

• Subject Matter Knowledge - The in-depth understanding and expertise in specific fields relevant to the OPEC Fund's operations and the individual's role.
• Collaboration and Teamwork - The ability to effectively work with colleagues, stakeholders and partners to achieve shared goals.
• Customer Centricity  - The ability to focus on comprehending and addressing customer needs; consistently deliver exceptional service and foster strong, lasting customer relationships. 
• Effective Planning and Follow Up - The ability to set clear goals and priorities; skillfully organize tasks for efficiency; consistently follow through on commitments and plans. 
• Sense of Responsibility - The ability to demonstrate ownership and accountability in tasks and outcomes; uphold reliability and commitment to fulfilling responsibilities.

Application Closing Date
1st March, 2025.