Investment Analyst, Financial Institutions Group, Central America

Job #: req38405

Organization: IFC

Sector: Investment

Grade: GE

Term Duration: Open-Ended Staff (OPEN-OP)

Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment

Location: Mexico; Santo Domingo; Guatemala City, Guatemala; Kingston, Jamaica

Required Language(s): English

Preferred Language(s): Spanish

Closing Date: 10/6/2026 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC

At the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group (WBG), you’ll join a diverse, global community working across cultures, disciplines, and borders to address the world’s most pressing development challenges. With 1.2 billion young people reaching working age in the decade ahead, the challenge of job creation has never been greater. Through partnerships across 145 countries and more than 182 offices worldwide, we work with governments, private sector, development partners and other stakeholders to invest in people, strengthen markets, and deliver scalable, data-driven solutions that generate more and better jobs and improve lives. In fiscal year 2026, IFC committed a record $105.6 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.

The International Finance Corporation (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 2025, IFC committed a record $71.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging private sector solutions, and mobilizing private capital to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.

The FIG’s Latin America and the Caribbean team (FIG LAC) is based across the LAC region with main hubs and locations in Mexico, Argentina, Colombia, and Sao Paulo. The team members work on both new business development and processing, and portfolio management across the region.

FIG is seeking to hire an Investment Analyst to be based in Guatemala City, Santo Domingo, Kingston, or Mexico City. The final duty location will be determined by the Hiring Manager based on business needs. Investment Analysts work closely with IFC’s investment officers who are responsible for the design, negotiation, structuring, and subsequent supervision of the Corporation’s investment projects. Investment Analysts help identify new projects and assist investment officers in executing deals, advising private companies on restructuring, and using financial instruments (e.g., risk management tools).

Duties and Accountabilities:

The Investment Analyst will be integrated into the team that develops new business, completes transactions, and supervises a portfolio of loans, quasi-equity, and equity investments in FIG’s LAC region, with an emphasis on Central America, the Caribbean and Mexico. The candidate is required to know and effectively use fundamental business concepts and practices and to provide analytical, research and other professional support to professional level Investment Officers, the work program is varied and may be somewhat complex requiring evaluation, original thinking, and various written outputs.

Responsibilities:

• Build financial analysis models
• Support structuring of new investments
• Analyze historical and projected financial statements and prepare periodic portfolio reports
• Conduct industry and market research and assist in IFC’s business development efforts
• Monitor operational and financial performance of client companies to evaluate risk and recommend active portfolio management actions
• Prepare documentation for IFC internal processes and monitor compliance with IFC financial, environmental, and legal requirements
• Establish and maintain quality client relationships to ensure responsive client service and to improve new business opportunities
• Participate in investments negotiations
• Liaise with colleagues across departments and the region and at the head office in Washington DC
• Participate in the monitoring of investments in portfolio companies
• Support departmental initiatives that strengthen the investment process, including reporting, monitoring, process improvement, and knowledge management activities.

Selection Criteria:

• Bachelor’s or equivalent degree with specialization in finance
• At least 2-4 years of experience in finance, banking, portfolio management or consulting
• Experience in a major financial institution or investment banking firm (2+ years) with a proven track record desirable
• Good knowledge of financial markets and one or more Latin American financial markets a plus;
• Strong financial analysis and modelling skills using Microsoft excel and ability to identify key issues;
• Sound numerical, analytical, and conceptual skills encompassing finance and the associated areas of investment, portfolio management and corporate finance and economics;
• Commitment to economic development and keen interest in development finance in emerging markets;
• Ability to work successfully in multicultural teams and across boundaries;
• Demonstrated teamwork skills;
• Strong client service orientation with an openness to feedback and new ideas;
• Excellent presentation skills and ability to present ideas clearly and confidently;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish.

As the World Bank Group continues to evolve, we value candidates who: Demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively across teams, disciplines, cultures, and institutional boundaries. Responsibly leverage digital and AI-enabled tools to enhance productivity, learning, and decision-making. Bring experience working in fragile, conflict-affected, and violent (FCV) contexts and are encouraged to highlight relevant experience in their application materials, where applicable.

WBG Culture Attributes:

1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact.
3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.

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.