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Principal Investment Officer - Corporate Finance Services - req33642 Join to apply for the Principal Investment Officer - Corporate Finance Services - req33642 role at IFC - International Finance Corporation Continue with Google Continue with Google Principal Investment Officer - Corporate Finance Services - req33642 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Principal Investment Officer - Corporate Finance Services - req33642 role at IFC - International Finance Corporation Principal Investment Officer - Corporate Finance Services Job #: req33642 Organization: IFC Sector: Investment Grade: GH Term Duration: 3 years 0 months Recruitment Type: International Recruitment Location: Washington, DC,United States Required Language(s): English Preferred Language(s) Closing Date: 7/21/2025 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC Description 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. Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet. For more information, visit Private sector financial development is essential to promoting successful and sustainable economies in low—and middle-income countries around the world. Infrastructure plays a key role in sustained economic growth by providing critical public services to a country's citizens and a platform for the efficient operation of businesses that create jobs. The private sector plays an increasingly important role in the financing and delivery of infrastructure and public services, including through Corporate Finance Services. IFC’s Transaction Advisory Services Department (CTA) Is Housed In The IFC Cross-Cutting Solutions Vice Presidency (CCSVPU) And Consists Of Two Business Lines PPP Transaction Advisory (3 C P) offers transaction advisory services to governments, designing and structuring PPP transactions in infrastructure to help client governments partner with the private sector to deliver affordable and high-quality infrastructure. Corporate Finance Services (CFS) has three key product offerings: (1) M&A Advisory: supporting investment departments in business development and creating investment opportunities; (2) Equity Mobilization Program (EMP): supporting third party equity mobilization alongside IFC investment; (3) Asset monetization involving listed or listing public entities. CTA mobilized $5.9 billion for FY25, which translates into almost 25% of IFC’s total core mobilization. CFS mobilized over $1.5 billion of this amount. The department is expected to continue playing a leading role in mobilizing private capital for the WBG. CFS is seeking a Principal Investment Officer with strong M&A experience to help support the execution of our business strategy globally. The position will be based in Washington, D.C., and will report to the Global Manager, CFS. The Principal Investment Officer will be a CFS senior staff member in IFC’s HQ location. He/she will support the CFS regional teams with global capacity, with the objective of facilitating business development and executing transactions. Duties And Accountabilities Strategy : Helping to design, develop, and execute CFS’s strategy in partnership with regional teams and the World Bank, with a focus on IFC’s strategic priorities, FCS, and high-impact projects. AMP Anchor : Global anchor for the Asset Monetization Program (AMP) in CFS, supporting regional teams in the origination, design, and execution of AMP projects across the five regions, ie, Africa, Asia, Europe, and MCT. EMP/ M&A Advisory : Collaborating with regional leads to drive the origination and execution of buy-side and sell-side advisory, restructuring advisory, and EMP services mandates across the five regions, Africa, Asia, Europe, and MCT. Pre-IPO Advisory : Leading origination and execution of strategic pre-IPO advisory mandates in the five regions. Execution will include supporting teams in advising clients on listing processes, appropriateness, timing, regulations, and relevant key issues; reviewing and advising on current corporate structure, balance sheet structure, valuation, and business planning; preparing detailed timetables for listing, broker selection, and prospectus review; preparing management and the board for listing; and corporate governance group advisory services. Relationship Management : Maintaining strong relationships with internal regional and industry counterparts in the five regions, with the objective of identifying collaboration opportunities that enhance business development and delivery that are aligned with IFC corporate objectives. Client Management : Working closely with multi-regional clients and with relevant internal resources to help clients develop a transaction strategy, and to undertake bankability assessment, funding feasibility, financial modelling, business planning/restructuring. Processing : Providing an overview of the drafting key transaction reports and project documentation (Marketing documents for each transaction, Information memoranda, due diligence, transaction structuring reports, and transaction contracts and agreements, etc.). Mentorship : Mentoring junior colleagues and helping them to achieve business targets Corporate Initiative : Supporting IFC’s “brand” in the CFS space, building on IFC’s regional brand and overall communications strategy, and s upporting knowledge management by helping to disseminate CFS’s knowledge and experience in the five regions to the CFS team globally. Selection Criteria Master’s degree or equivalent professional qualification in finance, business, law, or consulting with a minimum of 12 years relevant experience. A background that combines one or more of these areas of experience will be preferred. Seasoned in equity capital markets transactions, as a principal investor, advisor, or underwriter, particularly in taking companies public on major international stock exchanges such as the New York Stock Exchange, London Stock Exchange, etc., preferably in the disruptive technology space. Significant transaction advisory experience in buy-side mandates, sell-side mandates, and restructuring mandates, preferably in the disruptive technology space. Strong track record of delivering targeted results on M&A, Restructuring, and strategic pre-IPO advisory mandates under stressful timetables and environments. Proven success in developing strong client relationships and executing mandates across borders and in difficult environments. Strong track record of business delivery, demonstrated investment experience, superior business judgment, and established professional credibility. Excellent team player and demonstrated ability to work effectively with a dispersed team in a dynamic and multicultural environment. Ability to work collaboratively with superior facilitation, and interpersonal skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to represent IFC externally and to develop and manage relationships with clients, media, donors, and other stakeholders. Commitment to development and alignment with the World Bank Group and IFC's mission, strategy, and values. WBG Culture Attributes Sense of Urgency – Anticipating and quickly reacting to the needs of internal and external stakeholders. Thoughtful Risk Taking – Taking informed and thoughtful risks and making courageous decisions to push boundaries for greater impact. Empowerment and Accountability – Engaging with others in an empowered and accountable manner for impactful results. World Bank Group Core Competencies The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC , including our values and inspiring stories. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Finance and Sales Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at IFC - International Finance Corporation by 2x Get notified about new Investment Officer jobs in Washington, DC . 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