Oversee and execute key responsibilities and obligations with precision and accountability. Ensure all assigned tasks are completed efficiently and in accordance with established standards. Facilitate the fulfillment of core duties while maintaining high levels of professionalism and adherence to company policies. Actively participate in the achievement of organizational objectives through diligent performance of assigned functions. Maintain clear communication channels and foster collaboration to support overall operational success.
Assisting in the formulation and execution of CFS’s strategy in close collaboration with regional WBG teams, with particular emphasis on advancing WBG’s strategic objectives across the Africa region.
EMP/M&A Advisory: Partnering with regional leaders to spearhead the origination and execution of buy-side and sell-side advisory mandates, alongside restructuring advisory and EMP services across the Africa region.
Leading the origination and execution of strategic pre-IPO advisory mandates across five regions, this role involves close collaboration with teams to guide clients through listing processes, assess feasibility, determine optimal timing, navigate regulatory requirements, and address critical operational concerns. Responsibilities include evaluating and advising on corporate and balance sheet structures, valuation methodologies, and business planning strategies, as well as developing comprehensive timetables for listing timelines, broker selection, and prospectus preparation. Additionally, the position entails preparing executive leadership and board members for the listing process and providing advisory services related to corporate governance frameworks.
Relationship Management: Building and sustaining robust connections with internal teams across Africa’s regions and industry partners, with the goal of uncovering strategic collaboration opportunities to advance business growth and execution in alignment with IFC’s corporate objectives.
Client Engagement: Collaborating effectively with international clients and internal stakeholders to devise tailored transaction strategies, conduct comprehensive bankability evaluations, assess funding feasibility, and develop detailed financial models and business plans or restructuring initiatives.
Key Responsibilities Include: Preparing and reviewing transaction-related documentation, including marketing materials for each transaction, information memorandum, due diligence reports, transaction structuring documents, and all transaction contracts and agreements, among others.
Mentorship: Providing guidance and support to junior team members, facilitating their professional growth and assisting them in meeting business objectives.
Corporate Initiative: Enhancing IFC’s presence in the CFS sector by leveraging its regional brand and aligning with the broader communications strategy.
Selection Criteria
The ideal candidate should demonstrate proficiency in the following skills and experience requirements:
A Master’s degree or equivalent professional qualification in finance, business, law, or consulting is required, along with a minimum of 12–15 years of relevant experience. Candidates with a background that integrates one or more of these fields will be given preference.
With extensive expertise in equity transactions, having served in capacities such as a principal investor, advisor, or underwriter across investment banks, venture capital firms, and private equity institutions.
Transaction advisory professionals with expertise in buy-side mandates, sell-side mandates, and restructuring mandates—particularly within the disruptive technology sector—are sought after.
Proven ability to consistently achieve specific objectives in Mergers & Acquisitions, Restructuring, and Initial Public Offering mandates, even within demanding timelines and high-pressure conditions.
Consistently cultivates and sustains robust client partnerships while successfully managing mandates across international markets and challenging operational landscapes.
Experience with initial public offerings (IPOs) on prominent global stock exchanges, including the New York Stock Exchange and the London Stock Exchange, is highly advantageous.
Demonstrates a proven ability to execute business strategies effectively, possesses extensive investment expertise, exercises exceptional business acumen, and maintains a well-established reputation within professional circles.
A collaborative professional with a proven track record of success in team-oriented settings, adept at engaging with geographically distributed teams within fast-paced, multicultural contexts.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively in team settings, demonstrating exceptional facilitation and interpersonal skills.
Exceptional proficiency in both written and oral communication is essential.
Externally representing IFC and cultivating robust relationships with clients, media, donors, and other stakeholders are essential responsibilities of this role.
Demonstrates unwavering dedication to advancing the World Bank Group and IFC’s shared mission, strategic objectives, and core values.
Qualifications
MBA/MSc/MA
Experience Required
12 - 15 years
