Investment Analysts at International Finance Corporation (IFC)

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 ID: req32286
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Grade: GE
Sector: Investment
Term Duration: 3 years 0 months

Description

• We are seeking Investment Analysts eager to work with our specialized investment divisions or country teams to play a key role in deal generation, investment transaction execution, and portfolio management. 
• Our work with the private sector helps create jobs, build vital infrastructure, and attract much-needed capital to developing countries—improving the lives of millions of people around the world. With offices in 100+ countries and a diverse team from 150 nationalities, IFC offers continuous learning opportunities and exceptional benefits. Learn more about a career at IFC.
• The applicants for this recruitment drive will be reviewed on a rolling basis for consideration for immediate openings as well as positions that will become available over the next five months in the above-mentioned location and one of the Industry Groups. 
• The selection process includes CV screening, online assessment, and interviews. 
• Successful candidates will join IFC as an Investment Analyst on a three-year term contract extendable to a maximum of five years.  

Duties and Accountabilities

• Executing rigorous analysis including comprehensive due diligence and financial modeling. 
• Analyze financial statements and projections, build financial models, and run sensitivities. 
• Ensuring the highest standards of portfolio data accuracy and preparing monitoring reports. 
• Prepare analytical sections of country and sector strategies and client pitchbook.
• Assisting in the design of sector and country strategies; crafting client presentations. 
• Prepare sector mapping to target potential clients and business opportunities.
• Pinpointing business prospects via sector exploration and reaching out to promising clients.
• Engaging with internal teams and clients on data inquiries, document scrutiny, and financial statement evaluations. 
• Crafting essential documents for our investment/advisory boards, upholding IFC's stringent guidelines. 

Selection Criteria

• Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Domains like Business, Finance, or Economics or pertinent industry areas.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, project finance, financial consulting, etc.
• Ability to conduct market and industry research and analysis.
• Mastery of financial statement analysis and financial models.
• Ability to demonstrate attention to detail, thoughtful scenario analysis, and diligence in the quality of one’s own work.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Genuine dedication to development and to the World Bank Group and IFC’s mission, strategy, and values.

Application Closing Date
4th April, 2025; 11:59pm UTC