Overview
The Investment Analyst will support the sourcing and assessment of new opportunities in the infrastructure sector within the Central America region, contributing to IFC's investment activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Support in the sourcing and assessment of new opportunities, identifying bankable projects, anticipating market trends, and employing sector/country knowledge.
- Create and analyze financial models.
- Participate in and support the structuring of new transactions.
- Review and analyze historical and projected financial statements.
- Conduct industry, integrity (KYC), and market research.
- Elaborate pitchbooks and proposals for clients.
- Review company information and prepare reports on periodic financial statements, project progress reports, and other information submitted by clients.
- Prepare documentation for IFC internal processes.
- Participate in and provide analytical support in investment negotiations.
- Participate in the active monitoring of investments in portfolio companies, including monitoring of compliance with IFC financial, environmental, insurance, and legal requirements.
- Monitor a portfolio of existing assets and prepare high quality reports identifying any potential risks, issues and mitigants.
Required Experience
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a financial institution, investment bank, private equity fund, consulting firm, or other relevant sector, with a proven track record in financial analysis.
- Experience in infrastructure-related projects (i.e. transport, power, telecom, water and sanitation) and project finance will be a plus.
- Knowledge of the macroeconomic, regulatory, and market conditions of the region (Central America and Colombia) will be a plus.
- Experience in infrastructure transactions across Latin America (highly desirable).
- Experience in equity and/or mezzanine investments on top of debt investments (highly desirable).
Qualifications
• Bachelor's or equivalent degree (preferably with a concentration in Finance, Business, or Economics).
