Oversee the execution of duties and ensure accountability for assigned tasks, maintaining high standards of performance and adherence to established guidelines. Manage key responsibilities with diligence, addressing challenges promptly and fostering a collaborative work environment. Monitor progress, evaluate outcomes, and align efforts with organizational objectives to drive efficiency and continuous improvement.
Collaborating closely with regional WBG teams, this role involves contributing to the formulation and execution of CFS’s strategy, with particular emphasis on advancing WBG’s key strategic priorities throughout the Africa region.
EMP and M&A Advisory entails partnering with regional leaders to advance the development and completion of buy-side and sell-side advisory mandates, alongside restructuring advisory and EMP services initiatives throughout the Africa region.
Leading strategic pre-IPO advisory mandates across five regions, this role involves originating and executing initiatives that guide clients through listing processes, including evaluating appropriateness, timing, regulatory requirements, and critical considerations. Responsibilities encompass advising on current corporate and balance sheet structures, valuation strategies, and business planning, while developing detailed timelines for listing implementation, broker selection, and prospectus preparation. Additionally, the position entails preparing management teams and boards for the listing process, alongside providing advisory services on corporate governance matters.
Relationship management involves cultivating and sustaining robust connections with internal stakeholders across regional and industry sectors in Africa, with the aim of uncovering collaborative opportunities that bolster business growth and operational delivery while aligning with IFC’s corporate objectives.
We collaborate with multi-regional clients and internal teams to devise transaction strategies, conduct bankability assessments, evaluate funding feasibility, perform financial modeling, and support business planning and restructuring initiatives.
We prepare and present comprehensive overviews of transaction-related reports and project documentation, including marketing materials for each deal, information memorandum, due diligence findings, transaction structuring reports, and key contracts and agreements.
Mentorship involves guiding junior colleagues and supporting their efforts to meet business objectives, fostering their professional growth and development.
Corporate Initiative: Strengthening IFC’s “brand” within the CFS sector by leveraging IFC’s regional brand presence and adhering to its overarching communications strategy.
We are seeking a candidate who demonstrates the ability to effectively articulate their qualifications against the specified selection criteria. The ideal applicant will possess a comprehensive understanding of the requirements outlined for the position and will be able to provide detailed examples of how their experience and skills align with these benchmarks. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential to convey this alignment clearly and persuasively. Additionally, the candidate should exhibit a keen attention to detail to ensure all criteria are thoroughly addressed.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in the following skills and areas of expertise:
A Master’s degree or equivalent professional qualification in finance, business, law, or consulting, supplemented by a minimum of 12 to 15 years of relevant experience, is required. Candidates with a diverse background spanning one or more of these fields will be given priority consideration.
With extensive experience in equity transactions, you may have served as a principal investor, advisor, or underwriter across investment banks, venture capital firms, or private equity institutions.
Proficiency in transaction advisory roles, encompassing buy-side mandates, sell-side mandates, and restructuring mandates, with a preference for engagement within the disruptive technology sector, is required.
Proven ability to consistently achieve precise outcomes on Mergers & Acquisitions, Restructuring, and Initial Public Offering engagements, even within demanding schedules and high-pressure conditions.
Demonstrated expertise in cultivating robust client relationships and effectively executing mandates across diverse geographical regions, including challenging and complex environments.
Experience with initial public offerings (IPOs) on prominent international exchanges, including the New York Stock Exchange and the London Stock Exchange, is highly advantageous.
Accomplished track record in delivering business objectives, evidenced by extensive investment expertise, exceptional business acumen, and a well-established professional reputation.
A collaborative team member with a proven track record of thriving in diverse, multicultural settings and effectively engaging with remote colleagues.
Demonstrates exceptional teamwork capabilities and possesses strong facilitation and interpersonal skills to foster productive collaboration.
Demonstrates exceptional proficiency in both written and oral communication.
Proven capability to act as an external representative for IFC, fostering and overseeing key relationships with clients, media outlets, donors, and various stakeholders.
Demonstrates a strong dedication to advancing the World Bank Group and IFC’s mission, strategy, and core values through consistent professional actions and decisions.
Qualifications
MBA/MSc/MA , Professional Certificate
Experience Required
12 - 15 years
