Role & Responsibilities:<\/p>\n
\tThe AIO\u2019s work will involve the implementation of advisory mandates of a variety of types, and main tasks include support to business development, interactions with clients, hiring of consultants, preparing and potentially delivering presentations, elaboration of financial modeling, and overseeing technical due diligence. The AIO will participate in the transaction structuring and management of the bidding processes. Duties will include, but will not be limited to:
\n\tContribute to origination and marketing activities across Southern Africa (SA), supporting marketing activity in assigned countries\/sectors, and that may include the preparation of pitch books, and collaboration with IFC regional management and WBG teams to identify opportunities based on country strategies and market creation potential.
\n\tSupport the development of client relationships, undertaking project scoping, as needed, to assess the feasibility of potential projects, and prepare commercial presentations, engage in mandate negotiation, etc., towards securing a strong portfolio.
\n\tPrepare\/review memos and documentation for the project\u2019s internal approval and consultant procurement processes, and manage the project budget.
\n\tDevelop an understanding of the project-specific legal, regulatory, and\/or financial impediments for private sector participation and, as appropriate, work closely with other parts of the WBG able to support regulatory framework development or enabling financing mechanisms.
\n\tLead the day-to-day management of the project\u2019s teams working on sell-side PPP mandates, including review of technical outputs, documentation, and financial models.
\n\tDevelop transaction structure options for specific project(s), providing innovative solutions, and present the recommendations to IFC management and government clients.
\n\tParticipate in meetings with government clients and investors supporting the project lead.
\n\tSupport and manage the project(s) tendering process, including marketing activities, prequalification process, issuance of requests for proposals, selection, project award, and the final negotiation of project agreements leading to commercial closing.
\n\tDevelop, coach, motivate, and manage junior members of the team.
\n\tActively participate in the development and implementation of upstream activities in line with IFC 3.0 to create, deepen, and expand markets with the regional and global team from across IFC and the WBG.
\n\tIf required, support the SA Hub Lead on developing the sub-regional strategy, origination activities, etc.
\n\tIf required, support the Corporate Finance mandates, both in terms of origination and execution.
\n\tAssist in other projects or strategy-related activities as the need may arise.<\/p>\n
Selection Criteria<\/p>\n
\tMinimum Requirement: MBA or equivalent Post-Graduate degree in business, finance or economics and solid 6 years of experience gained either in project finance, corporate finance, M&A and privatizations, or private equity funds in infrastructure.
\n\tThe candidate\u2019s experience will be assessed regarding the level to which the candidate applies and will include:
\n\tKnowledge and experience in infrastructure transactions\/PPPs advisory or project financing, preferably in Africa.
\n\tExperience in business development, particularly in the preparation of background research, commercial proposals, and concept notes to seek project mandate approval.
\n\tDemonstrate client relationship skills, track record, and ability to focus on clients\u2019 needs effectively.
\n\tTrack record of contractual and\/or financial closings of infrastructure transactions is preferred.
\n\tDemonstration of understanding of aspirations, needs, and constraints of government officials, project developers, investors, and technical and legal consultants in the infrastructure space in Africa is preferred.
\n\tAbility to manage teams, delivering high-quality work within deadlines.
\n\tStrong analytical and financial modeling in project finance, as well as structuring skills.<\/p>\n
Demonstrated ability to:<\/p>\n
\tMultitask and operate under pressure.
\n\tIndependently develop financial models and sound financial analysis of the same.
\n\tStructure or restructure transactions to look for prudent and sustainable risk sharing among all parties.
\n\tStrong analytical and conceptual skills and ability to communicate ideas clearly and confidently, both in written and oral form.
\n\tAbility to operate in large, culturally diverse, and geographically dispersed teams.
\n\tAbility to interact with consultants, government officials, and investors.
\n\tWillingness and ability to travel on short notice and frequently, as required; and
\n\tExcellent oral and written communication skills in English. Portuguese or French is desirable<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.ifc.org ) or<\/p>\n
worldbankgroup.csod.com<\/p>\n
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