Global Director, Direct Equity & Portfolio Strategy

CGAP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

International Finance Corporation (IFC) in Washington, DC seeks a Director to lead its Direct Equity Department. The Director will provide strategic and operational leadership for IFC's global direct equity investment business, guiding originations, structuring, portfolio management, value creation, and exits.

Reporting to senior leadership, you will set investment standards, collaborate with regional teams, mobilize private capital, and ensure development outcomes align with IFC 2030

Qualifications

• Experience leading direct equity investment strategies with global teams.
• Ability to set standards for investment discipline and portfolio quality.
• Proven track record in mobilizing private capital and managing complex transactions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of IFC's global direct equity strategy and maintain investment standards.
• Provide global technical leadership and ensure consistency across regions and sectors.
• Oversee portfolio governance, value creation, and exit strategies to maximize development impact.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Direct equity investing

Portfolio management

Financial analysis

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

International Finance Corporation (IFC) in Washington, DC seeks a Director to lead its Direct Equity Department. The Director will provide strategic and operational leadership for IFC's global direct equity investment business, guiding originations, structuring, portfolio management, value creation, and exits.

Reporting to senior leadership, you will set investment standards, collaborate with regional teams, mobilize private capital, and ensure development outcomes align with IFC 2030