Investment Analyst - Public Private Partnership Transaction Advisory

IFC; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A global development institution is seeking an Investment Analyst to support its South Africa PPP hub in Johannesburg. The role involves assisting in the origination, due diligence, and structuring of infrastructure projects. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and a minimum of two years of experience in project finance or related fields. Strong financial modeling, communication, and presentation skills are essential. The organization offers a collaborative environment focused on sustainable development.

Benefits

Retirement plan

Medical insurance

Paid leave including parental leave

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience in project finance, corporate finance, M&A, or private equity.
• Excellent communication skills in English; Portuguese and/or French is a plus.
• Willingness to travel on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Assist in due diligence, structuring, and bidding of infrastructure projects.
• Prepare memos and documentation for approvals.
• Perform financial analysis and modeling.

Skills

Strong financial modeling skills

Strong analytical skills

Good presentation skills

Ability to communicate clearly

Education

Undergraduate/Graduate degree in Finance or Accounting

Job description

Investment Analyst - Public Private Partnership Transaction Advisory

Job #: req34942 • Organization: IFC • Sector: Investment • Grade: GE • Term: Duration 3 years 0 months • Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment • Location: Johannesburg, South Africa • Required Language(s): English • Preferred Language(s): Portuguese and/or French • Closing Date: 12/16/2025 at 11:59pm UTC

Description

Build a career with impact. Working at the World Bank Group (WBG) provides a unique opportunity to help countries solve their greatest development challenges. As one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, the WBG is a unique partnership of five global institutions dedicated to ending poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, the WBG works with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges.

The International Finance Corporation (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 in developing countries. In fiscal year 2025, IFC committed a record $71.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging private sector solutions, and mobilizing private capital to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.

IFC’s Transaction Advisory Services Department (CTA) is housed in the IFC Regional Vice Presidency and consists of two business lines:

• PPP Transaction Advisory (C3P) offers transaction advisory services to governments/public entities to assist them in partnering with the private sector in sustainable long‑term infrastructure projects through designing and structuring PPP transactions able to provide solutions to the countries’ economic and social constraints through delivering high‑quality, affordable, and efficient public and social services. Projects are typically in electricity, water and sanitation, solid waste, transportation, telecommunications, social housing, health, and education sectors.
• Corporate Finance Services (CFS) has three key product offerings: (1) M&A Advisory: advising on buy‑side/sell‑side transactions; (2) Equity Mobilization Program (EMP): supporting third‑party equity mobilization alongside IFC investment; (3) Asset monetization involving listed or listing public entities.
• CTA mobilized over $5 B of private investment in FY25, translating into almost 25% of IFC’s total core mobilization. Drawing on over 30 years of experience and over 120 staff across the globe, CTA currently manages over 100 active client engagements. Africa has 25 to 30 staff distributed in five regional hubs in Cairo, Johannesburg, Nairobi, Abidjan, and Abuja.

The CTA team focuses on advising on the following types of transactions across all infrastructure sectors:

• Public‑Private Partnerships e.g. BOT type concessions.
• Restructuring and privatization of state‑owned enterprises.
• Corporate Finance type activities (equity raising, M&A, pre‑IPO support).

PPP Transaction Advisory is seeking an Investment Analyst with relevant experience to support the Southern Africa SA PPP hub in Johannesburg, which includes 12 countries: Angola, Botswana, Comoros, Eswatini, Lesotho, Madagascar, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Seychelles, South Africa, Zimbabwe.

The Investment Analyst will support the CTA team in business development and execution of mandates. He/she will report directly to the SA Hub leader and the Regional Manager for CTA in Africa.

Role & Responsibilities

• Work closely with team leaders as part of the project team to assist in the origination, due diligence, structuring, negotiation, and bidding of infrastructure projects.
• Contribute to origination and marketing activities, including preparation of pitch books and proposals.
• Prepare memos and documentation for internal approval and consultant procurement processes.
• Perform financial analysis and modeling.
• Assist in due diligence management, preparation of due diligence and transaction structuring reports, and review of legal, commercial, and technical outputs and documentation.
• Assist in the preparation of information memoranda, pre‑qualification, and tender documentation.
• Assist in marketing to potential investors, conducting international competitive tenders, and assisting in commercial/financial closure.
• When needed, coordinate closely with other parts of IFC including environmental and social, legal, other advisory and investment departments and World Bank colleagues to provide comprehensive and bespoke solutions to clients that will achieve sustainable development impact.
• Participate in meetings with government clients and investors.
• Assist in other projects or strategy‑related activities as the need may arise (research, reporting, etc.).

Selection Criteria

• Undergraduate/Graduate degree in Finance or Accounting or a related specialty from a reputed university.
• Relevant experience of a minimum of two years gained in the IFC, or another leading financial institution in project finance, corporate finance, M&A and privatizations, or private equity funds in infrastructure.
• Strong financial modeling skills.
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills and ability to communicate ideas clearly and confidently.
• Good presentation skills, both written and oral.
• Willingness and ability to travel on short notice and frequently, as required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; Portuguese and/or French is desirable.

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.

World Bank Group Core Competencies

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.

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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