High Finance Specialist for Emerging Markets

4 days ago


Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria international finance corporation Full time

We are looking for a skilled High Finance Specialist to join our team at the international finance corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group. As a leading global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets, we work in over 100 countries to create markets and opportunities.

Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet. The Financial Institutions Group (FIG) Department within IFC is seeking a highly qualified candidate to serve as a Principal Investment Officer, based in Lagos, Dakar, or Cairo.

About the Role

The selected candidate will provide expertise in equity and convertible debt investments to the FIG regional industry teams covering Africa. Key responsibilities include:

  • Sourcing, structuring, negotiating, and executing equity and convertible debt transactions;
  • Portfolio management, including exit strategy formulation and execution;
  • Driving business development in line with strategic equity and convertible debt investment themes;
  • Developing and leveraging extensive networks with industry players and other investors;

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in sourcing, leading, negotiating, executing, and exiting private equity and convertible debt investments. FIG equity investment experience in the Africa Region is a plus.

Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A Master's degree or equivalent professional qualification in finance or business;
  • A minimum of 15 years of investment experience, with at least 5 years in private equity or convertible debt investing;
  • A proven ability to deliver high-quality work and results under time pressure;
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English;
  • Ability to develop innovative solutions and challenge the status quo;
  • A good team player, strategic thinker, and thought leader;
  • Strong analytical skills and sound business judgment;
  • Willingness and flexibility to travel and work across time zones;
About Us

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer, committed to attracting and retaining diverse talent. We offer comprehensive benefits, including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid leave, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.



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