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 2024, IFC committed a record $56 billion — in own-account investments and mobilization from third parties — to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries.
IFC is seeking an Operations Analyst for its Europe Department. Within this department, the Western Europe team is responsible for our relationship with European governments and the European Union, Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) and development finance institutions (DFIs) in 27 European countries. Working closely with IFC industry departments, the IFC Western Europe team also supports business development and relationship management with European corporates and financial institutions.
The Operations Analyst will support the Europe team, and particularly the WBG Country Manager covering the UK and Ireland. He/she will work closely to further strengthen the engagement with the UK, Ireland, EBRD, BII, and other stakeholders. He/she may also be assigned to cover other countries as needed. The Operations Analyst will be based in London, UK.
Responsibilities:
The Operations Analyst will be assigned a variety of tasks related to country management, business development, relationship management with key clients and partners, and coordination of relationships with IFC stakeholders, including shareholders, development partner agencies, MDBs/DFIs, and private sector players.
This role requires interaction with various external parties as well as with other departments across IFC and the wider WBG. It offers exposure to a variety of counterparts from the public and private sectors, working as part of a fast-team while also being able to drive initiatives independently.
More specifically the candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Attend meetings, track issues and policy developments, conduct research, and prepare notes.
- Facilitate senior management engagement with external counterparts. Support high-level meetings by drafting briefs, taking notes, and preparing follow-up communications and actions.
- Conduct market analysis to identify new clients, perform due diligence, and create marketing materials for engagement efforts. Collaborate on business development strategies.
- Draft strategic documents, reports, and promotional materials for various stakeholders.
- Support the planning and execution of major IFC events and partner meetings.
- Assist in organizing webinars and conferences for business development purposes.
- Manage databases, reports, and tracking systems; compile progress reports and documentation.
- Help develop and maintain strategic relationships with government officials, influencers, and media.
- Provide general support to the Country Manager for daily operations.
- Perform additional tasks as needed to address evolving organizational needs.
Selection Criteria :
- Bachelors’ Degree in relevant field such as economics or business and 2-3 years of relevant work experience.
- An understanding of MDBs/DFIs and/or prior experience of international financial institutions is a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and sound business judgment to identify issues and present creative and practical solutions.
- Eager to take on new challenges. Ability to thrive under pressure and function effectively in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines, while working on multiple projects and at times with minimal supervision.
- Strong client service orientation and high level of diplomacy with an openness to feedback and new ideas.
- An interest in development finance and working in a multicultural environment.
- Track record of qualitative and quantitative research.
- Strong attention to detail and quality. High level of accuracy and responsiveness.
- Excellent teamwork skills, ability to take the initiative and work across organizational boundaries.
- Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and social skills. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in English (orally and in writing) and to work effectively with colleagues and counterparts from diverse backgrounds, age groups, etc.
