Overview
The Country Officer will promote and coordinate IFC's investment and advisory activities in Nigeria, requiring high-level interaction with the private sector, government, and development organizations.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Nigeria Country Head in overseeing IFC activities and office operations.
- Work with the Nigeria Country Head to implement IFC’s strategy and prepare business plan updates.
- Participate in the preparation of WBG strategy documents.
- Develop and maintain an understanding of the country's economic and political issues.
- Work with IFC teams to roll out the IFC 3.0 strategy and develop the project pipeline.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with the private sector, government officials, development partners, and WBG colleagues.
- Participate in client selection and KYC processes.
- Assist in project structuring and implementation using local market intelligence.
- Track the project pipeline and assist in moving transactions forward.
- Help manage development partner relations for fundraising.
- Track and oversee the preparation of visiting missions/trips.
- Contribute to the preparation of board papers and other documents.
- Develop an understanding of the portfolio, assist with issue resolution, and maintain client relationships.
- Prepare/coordinate briefs for WBG management.
- Represent IFC externally and provide visibility through events.
- Ensure internal and external requests are addressed on time.
Required Experience
Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, in areas such as investment or commercial banking, public-private partnerships, management consulting, or operational experience in an investment and/or advisory role. Experience and/or a strong interest in the Africa region is required, and experience in the country and/or in other FCS countries would be an advantage. Team management experience including supervising, mentoring, and training staff.
Qualifications
Master’s degree, in finance, business administration, management, economics, or a similar field.