Operations Analyst – Infra LAC Front Office

Job #: req38926

Organization: IFC

Sector: Investment

Grade: GE

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

Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment

Location: Washington, DC, United States

Required Language(s): English

Preferred Language(s): Spanish

Closing Date: 10/30/2026 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC

Description

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.

Infrastructure is one of IFC's strategic priorities. IFC’s Infrastructure department supports the World Bank Group’s aim of improving access to efficient, reliable and affordable infrastructure for the poor in emerging markets. IFC’s LAC Infrastructure unit is an open and dynamic team that delivers financial and technical support to clients in the power, transport, telecoms, municipal & environmental infrastructure, and natural resources sectors, from IFC’s own Balance Sheet and through mobilization of other capital. The department also seeks to maintain IFC, as part of the World Bank Group, at the cutting edge of helping member countries find solutions to new and emerging infrastructure and natural resources issues.

The Latin America Infrastructure Department is seeking to recruit an Operations Analyst who will work with and support the Senior Investment Officer managing the front office functions for the department in Washington DC (i) coordinating efforts with and supporting the CELVP front office; (ii) coordinating the department efforts with the HQ based Knowledge Bank and IBRD teams coordinating activities across sub-sectors and sub-regions; (iii) consolidating and updating the department strategy for infrastructure sub-sectors in coordination with the department managers; (iv) supporting the LAC Infrastructure Regional Industry Director and the Management team in delivery of the program, management of the portfolio, and strategic engagements; and (iv) represent the department in meetings with clients, senior management, WBG colleagues, and government counterparts in Washington DC.

The position will be based in Washington DC and will report to the Senior Investment Officer managing the front office functions for the department.

Duties and Accountabilities

Include, but are not limited to:

• Provide analytical support to the Senior Investment Officer managing the front office functions to monitor the pipeline, WBG indicator targets and results, compliance, operational risk and overall performance of the department;
• Preparation of data, analysis and presentations that are required by CELVP front office, LAC Infrastructure Regional Industry Director and the Management team: Extract data from different sources, constant communication with other supporting units to obtain relevant information, preparation of data analysis, tables, graphs, and circulation of the presentation for review and final management approval;
• Conduct financial analysis and research as needed for the front office functions outlined above;
• Support ad-hoc requests such as gathering desk information and data analysis on the industry/sector companies and regional/country exposures including comparative analysis per the request of investment staff and management;
• Take on select portfolio supervision responsibilities as designated by the Deputy Portfolio Manager and in agreement with the Senior Investment Officer managing the front office functions;
• Support the transition and adaptation of the Phoenix platform by the LAC Infrastructure team, coordinating with the implementation teams based in HQ;
• Provide analytical support to process improvements, usage of AI, and related IT initiatives;
• Review, analyze and provide feedback on the Departmental Scorecard Results;
• Knowledge management and retention, application of best practices and IFC standards across teams;
• Act as all-around support staff/help desk on policies, operational procedures and systems;
• Provide oversight and guidance to the Senior Operations Assistant in the front office and foster solid teamwork;
• Acting as Information Quality Steward for the Department.

Selection Criteria

Note: This internal requisition is open to WBG and IMF staff only (including short-term and extended term consultants/temporaries). External candidates are requested not to apply. In case an external candidate applies, their application will not be considered.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance or related field with at least 4 years of experience as a Portfolio Assistant or Portfolio Analyst;
• Excellent and demonstrated knowledge of relevant databases and systems, and ability to gather and organize information and resources;
• Proficiency in the use of Excel and PowerPoint;
• Excellent knowledge of IFC’s operational procedures and processes;
• Ability to think independently, proactively address clients’ needs, analyze problems, identify and take lead on defining appropriate solutions;
• Superior administration, organizational and time management skills;
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail with sound analytical skills;
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to work with people at all levels;
• Good interpersonal communication, strong written and oral communications skills;
• Ability to deal sensitively in multicultural environments and build effective working relations with the local and international staff;
• High level of discretion and confidentiality;
• Fluent in English. Spanish desired.

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.

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.