International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group
Join IFC as an Investment Officer in Addis Ababa or Maputo to lead high-impact private sector investments in manufacturing, agribusiness, and services across Africa.
Drive economic growth, job creation, and sustainable development. Apply now for a career with global impact.
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🌾 Job Overviews
Organization: International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group
Position Title: Investment Officer – Manufacturing, Agribusiness & Services (MAS)
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | Maputo, Mozambique
Grade: Open (Professional Level)
Contract Type: Full-Time
Staff Position
Application Deadline: Please check official IFC Careers portal for current closing date
Work Mode: On-site (Hybrid options may apply)
Sector Focus: Manufacturing, Agribusiness, Services (Retail, Tourism, Health, Education, Light Industry)
🌍 About the International Finance Corporation (IFC)
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused exclusively on the private sector in emerging markets. With operations in over 100 countries, IFC mobilizes capital, knowledge, and influence to create markets, drive inclusive growth, and help end extreme poverty while boosting shared prosperity on a livable planet.
We invest in businesses and projects that create jobs, generate tax revenues, and improve access to essential services — from healthcare and education to infrastructure and clean energy.
Join us to shape the future of private sector development in Africa.
🎯 Position Overview: Investment Officer – Manufacturing, Agribusiness & Services (MAS), Africa
IFC is hunting for a couple of superstar Investment Officers to become a part of its vibrant Manufacturing, Agribusiness, and Services (MAS) squad in Africa. One of those positions will be at Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and the other one at Maputo, Mozambique.
These posts are of utmost importance to the increase of IFC’s investment portfolio in the sectors, those that are most significant to the economic transformation of Africa, i.e., the manufacturing, agribusiness, light industry, retail, tourism, healthcare, and education.
The person who will be our best contender is an experienced investment expert who has fully demonstrated deal origination, structuring, negotiation, and portfolio management skills in the area of complex private-sector transactions. You will be a leader in two fields: conducting high-impact investments and playing a part in the strategic sector development throughout Eastern and Southern Africa.
Your superiors will be the Regional Industry Managers for Manufacturing and Services in IFC’s Africa region, and you will have a joint report to them.
📌 Key Responsibilities
🔄 Deal Execution & Portfolio Management
- Conduct all stages of investment transactions, i.e., origination, due diligence, structuring, negotiation, and closing of debt, equity, and mezzanine financing.
- Ensure that portfolio companies under your care perform well in both financial and developmental impacts.
- MD implementing and thoroughly analyzing the creditworthiness, risk, and finances of new and continued tasks.
- Develop innovative financial instruments that align with the client’s and the market’s characteristics.
- Execute deep sectorial research and proactive outreach to build a robust pipeline of high-quality investment opportunities.
- Launch and execute sector-specific strategies for manufacturing, agribusiness, and services in Africa.
- Work together with IFC’s global teams in Washington, DC, and regional offices to ensure that investment goals are aligned with development priorities.
- Engage with private sector clients, financial institutions, government agencies, and multilateral partners to build a strong relationship network.
- Offer strategic advisory to clients on growth, governance, and sustainability.
- Speak on behalf of IFC at various high-level forums, conferences, and investor roundtables.
- Become a sector-specific thought leader in areas such as: Manufacturing: Building materials, chemicals, consumer goods, light manufacturing Services: Tourism, retail, real estate, health, and education
- Manufacturing: Building materials, chemicals, consumer goods, light manufacturing
- Services: Tourism, retail, real estate, health, and education
- Spot the forthcoming trends, risks, and opportunities in African markets.
- Stimulate the watering of climate-friendly and inclusive business models.
- Be a mentor and provide guidance to less experienced investors.
- Work with the ESG, technical assistance, and advisory teams in order to provide solutions that are integrated.
- Observe and ensure compliance with the environmental and social standards of IFC.
✅ Brief Profile & Background
Education Holding:
- The candidate holds an advanced degree, such as a master’s or an MBA, in finance, business administration, economics, or a similar field.
- Professional certification holders (e.g., CFA, CA, ACCA) are given the highest preference.
Work Experience:
- At least 5–8 years of related experience in private equity, investment banking, or development finance structuring and carrying out of complicated debt/equity transactions portfolio management of emerging markets
- Private equity, investment banking, or development finance
- Structuring and executing complex debt/equity transactions
- Portfolio management in emerging markets
- Have a proven track record in manufacturing, agribusiness, and service sectors in Africa.
- Experience with small and medium enterprises, mid-cap firms, or large corporates operating in the frontier markets.
Technical & Professional Competencies Exceptional leadership, teamwork, and mentorship skills Strategic planner with analytical and decision-making skills Capacity to perform well in challenging situations and multitask effectively
Language & Travel:
- Fluency in English is mandatory, while proficiency in Portuguese or French would be very beneficial.
- The candidate should be prepared to travel frequently throughout the region.
🌱 Why Join IFC?
- Drive a positive impact worldwide: Fund ventures that revolutionize lives and markets.
- Career Development: Obtain global training, mentoring, and access to positions in over 100 countries.
- Multicultural & Inclusive Environment: Collaborate with an ethical organization that supports diversity and inclusion.
- Competitive Salary: High pay, benefits, and expatriate packages (where applicable), if it suits you.
- Lead the Industry: Create the future of manufacturing and services in one of the world’s most dynamic regions.
📥 How to Apply
Inviting candidates to participate by submitting their applications via the official IFC Careers portal:
Required Documents:
- Current CV
- Cover Letter outlining your motivation and relevant experience
📌 Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. IFC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, religion, or disability.
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