(Associate) Investment Officer - Energy

The (Associate) Investment Officer will contribute to the Energy Department’s priorities including sector strategy development, market creation, innovation, and supporting investment decision-making processes. The role involves managing client relationships, business development, and transaction execution in energy infrastructure investments.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with other members of the team and the Knowledge Bank to support IFC investment teams globally in structuring debt, equity, and blended finance instruments.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary Knowledge Bank teams to support IFC's investment decision making process by promoting best practices and sharing global investment expertise.
• Contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives and provide insights on market trends, risks, and opportunities in the energy sector to inform WBG strategic decision-making.
• Support the development and implementation of WBG strategies, as well as innovative financing solutions and initiatives to address market gaps and promote private sector participation in selected energy segments.
• From time to time, as member of project teams, contribute to execution of new IFC investment transactions including preparing investment proposals, conducting due diligence as well as detailed financial, market, and risk analyses.
• Work with Global relationship managers to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, industry stakeholders, and co-investors to identify and develop a robust pipeline of high-impact investment opportunities.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (Master’s or equivalent) in finance, economics, business administration, or a related field relevant to investment, energy, and/or infrastructure.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in commercial banking, investment banking, private equity, or industry roles focused on energy or infrastructure projects.
• Strong quantitative skills with demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and structuring of complex investment transactions, particularly in energy or infrastructure sectors.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities, with a track record of delivering results in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
• Familiarity with multiple financial products, including project/corporate finance and equity.
• Proven ability and interest in understanding and synthesizing energy sector dynamics, challenges, and opportunities with active engagement in knowledge creation and dissemination.
• Strong interpersonal as well as verbal & written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in diverse, multicultural teams and build relationships with stakeholders across sectors.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully in multicultural teams and across boundaries.
• Proficiency in English, with additional language skills (e.g., French, Spanish, or Mandarin) considered an asset for global engagement.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability, with a commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace culture.

Skills

• Financial Modeling
• Investment Valuation
• Investment Structures
• Project Financing
• Corporate Finance
• Equity Finance
• Energy Sector Analysis
• Infrastructure Investment
• Commercial Banking
• Investment Banking
• Private Equity
• Strategic Thinking
• Financial Analysis
• Business Development
• Client Relationship Management
• Transaction Execution
• Multi-cultural Team Collaboration
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication

Languages

English