PPP Investment Officer – Africa Infrastructure

Ifc - International Finance Corporation; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global development institution is seeking an Associate Investment Officer for its Johannesburg office. The ideal candidate will have an MBA and at least 5 years of experience in project finance or M&A, specifically in infrastructure. Responsibilities include leading PPP projects across Southern Africa and managing client relationships. Comprehensive benefits are offered, emphasizing inclusivity and equal opportunity.

Benefits

Retirement plan

Medical and life insurance

Paid leave including parental leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in project finance, corporate finance, M&A, or private equity funds in infrastructure.
• Experience in infrastructure transactions, preferably in Africa.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to independently develop financial models.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to origination and marketing activities across Southern Africa.
• Prepare and review project documentation for internal approval.
• Lead management of project teams working on sell-side PPP mandates.
• Manage client relationships and assist in securing project mandates.

Skills

Project finance

Corporate finance

M&A expertise

Investment advisory

Client relationship management

Financial modeling

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

MBA or equivalent Post-Graduate degree

Job description

A leading global development institution is seeking an Associate Investment Officer for its Johannesburg office. The ideal candidate will have an MBA and at least 5 years of experience in project finance or M&A, specifically in infrastructure. Responsibilities include leading PPP projects across Southern Africa and managing client relationships. Comprehensive benefits are offered, emphasizing inclusivity and equal opportunity.