Upstream Investment Officer – Telecoms, Media and Technology (TMT)

World Bank; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Upstream Investment Officer for Telecoms, Media, and Technology. This pivotal role involves enabling investment opportunities, enhancing sector conditions, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to drive innovative market creation. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in business development and project management, with a commitment to fostering sustainable growth in emerging markets. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a significant impact in the TMT sector across the Asia & Pacific region, while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business, finance, economics, or related fields required.
• 10+ years of relevant experience, especially in developing markets.

Responsibilities

• Enable investment opportunities by preparing clients for IFC investments.
• Lead structuring and negotiation of investment transactions.
• Support business development and ensure client satisfaction.

Skills

Business Development

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Master’s Degree in Business or Finance

Master’s Degree in Economics or Related Fields

Job description

Upstream Investment Officer – Telecoms, Media and Technology (TMT)

Job #: req32901

Organization: IFC

Sector: Upstream

Grade: GG

Term Duration: 3 years 0 months

Recruitment Type: International Recruitment

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Required Language(s): English

Preferred Language(s):

Closing Date: 5/7/2025 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC

Description

IFC — a member of the World Bank Group — is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence 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. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.

The IFC 3.0 strategy aims to stimulate more investment activity across emerging markets, especially in Low Income Countries (LICs) and Fragile and Conflict affected States (FCS). This strategy creates new opportunities for private investments in riskier markets and sectors by proactively working “upstream” to develop markets and investment projects. Achieving these ambitions requires a new approach to business development, deal sourcing, and client support, including a broader product offering, preparing clients in nascent markets, focusing on value addition and risk management, and adopting a longer-term perspective.

In this context, IFC seeks an Upstream Investment Officer focused on Telecoms, Media, and Technology (TMT) for its Infrastructure Upstream and Advisory program in the Asia & Pacific (APAC) Region. The officer will work within the APAC Infrastructure team to enable investment opportunities, improve outcomes, and enhance conditions in the TMT sector in the region. The role involves implementing existing projects, originating new ones, and supporting policy work to maximize IFC’s impact in TMT.

The officer will be based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with frequent travel to other countries. They will collaborate with regional and global teams, industry specialists, and external stakeholders to foster innovative market creation and sector reforms.

Role & Responsibilities

• Enable investment opportunities by incubating high-impact projects and preparing clients for IFC investments.
• Enhance investment outcomes through value-added and risk-mitigation services.
• Improve sector conditions by leading or collaborating on sector-wide initiatives and opening new markets.
• Support business development and ensure client satisfaction.
• Lead structuring, processing, and negotiation of investment transactions.
• Foster cross-departmental collaboration and optimize resource deployment.
• Work with global units on product design, knowledge sharing, and pipeline management.
• Engage with thought leaders and decision makers to promote sector reforms and market creation.
• Contribute to donor engagement and partnership strategies.
• Identify trends and technologies that can increase development impact.
• Share knowledge and best practices across teams.
• Build a network of industry stakeholders for knowledge sharing and lead generation.

Selection Criteria

• Master’s degree in business, finance, economics, international relations, law, engineering, or related fields.
• Minimum 10 years relevant experience, including at least 4 years in developing markets; knowledge of APAC TMT sector is a plus.
• Experience in solutions development for private sector clients in TMT.
• Familiarity with carbon finance and sustainability-linked finance is a plus.
• Understanding of policy reforms, advisory, and investment linkages at country or regional levels.
• Experience in project development, implementation, and portfolio management.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Fluent in English.
• Commitment to development and IFC’s mission, strategy, and values.

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