Investment Officer - Blended Finance - GG

cinfo; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An international finance organization based in Singapore is seeking a seasoned financial professional to lead blended finance initiatives, structure innovative investments, and build relationships with project teams. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in cross-border investments, an advanced degree in finance, and strong communication skills. This role offers a dynamic work environment and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Retirement plan

Medical insurance

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 10+ years relevant experience in cross-border emerging market investments.
• Experience in structuring and processing Blended Finance transactions.
• Understanding of DFI Enhanced Blended Finance Principles.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main contact for blended finance inquiries.
• Translate risk tolerance to financial structures.
• Maintain accountability to the Blended Finance Committee.

Skills

Financial structuring

Origination proactiveness

Deal processing

Supervision

Fund-raising

Knowledge Management

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Education

MBA or Master's degree in finance/investment

Job description

Responsibilities

• Blended finance anchor for FIG and MAS Asia : The / IO / SIO will be the first "port of call" for BF inquiries in FIG and MAS Asia, coordinating with the blended finance global team and providing preliminary advice / response to operation colleagues across industries. He / she is expected to facilitate effective collaboration between blended finance and industry teams.
• Financial structuring : Technical ability to translate risk tolerance of individual contributors across a wide spectrum ranging from Returnable Capital to Consumable Capital to a financial structure and model. Flexibility to dovetail this understanding to financial structuring needed for an investment, which neither the client nor IFC could complete without a Blended Finance co-investment. Ability to structure Blended Finance co-investments in all products, including equity.
• Origination proactiveness : Help project teams put IFC's best foot forward in front of clients to help origination in areas of strategic importance for IFC investments. Attend relevant pipeline meetings of industry departments.
• Deal processing : Maintain accountability to the Blended Finance Committee with clear, unbiased presentation of the financial and impact rationale of the Blended Finance co-investment(s). Attend appraisals where necessary, especially if the Blended Finance co-investment has significantly different interests from IFC's own account investment. Attend IRM, pre-IRMs etc. Focus on parallel processing of the Blended Finance co-investment from PDS-Concept to Commitment.
• Supervision : Liaise with project teams to fulfill reporting requirements to contributors (both financial outcomes and impacts). In addition, particularly for projects benefiting from an de-risking tranche from Blended Finance, monitor early warning signals of cascading risks with assistance from the project's supervision team including on existing projects. Also process disbursements, waivers, amendments pertaining to the Blended Finance co-investment etc.
• Fund-raising : Originate concessional fund-raising efforts to provide color and nuance on projects benefiting from a Blended Finance co-investment.
• Knowledge Management : Build up understanding of the competitive landscape in the region, especially pertaining to the use of Blended Finance co-investments for challenging projects.

Selection Criteria

• MBA or Master's degree, specialization in finance / investment strongly preferred.
• 10+ years relevant experience in working on cross-border emerging market investments with a track record of structuring / executing investment transactions across industries and regions. Equity investment experience is a plus.
• Experience in structuring and processing Blended Finance transactions.
• Keen commercial interest in development financing and strengthening sustainable development using tailored Blended Finance co-investments.
• Familiarity with the application of the DFI Enhanced Blended Finance Principles to Blended Finance co-investments alongside investment on commercial terms from DFIs is key for a successful application.
• Experience with IFC's investment and portfolio management processes, IFC's investment documentation, accounting, and financial statement analysis.
• Understanding of IFC investment practices with knowledge of current issues, challenges and opportunities in implementing blended finance co-investments.
• Strong knowledge of IFC and Blended Finance facilities, products, operations, and IFC's loan pricing model, preferably also, its approach to blending concessional finance alongside IFC's investments for its own account.
• Track record of donor engagements and fundraising experience for blended finance, including negotiation of donor contributions, a plus.
• Clarity in the presentation and delivery of information, and adaptability to work well under time and workload pressure with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage and complete multiple projects simultaneously and to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

WBG Culture Attributes

• Sense of urgency : Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
• Thoughtful risk-taking : Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact.
• Empowerment and accountability : Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.

Benefits

The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity and Inclusive Employer Statement

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

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