Portfolio Analyst-Financial Institutions Group

Portfolio Analyst-Financial Institutions Group

Job #:

req34562

Organization:

IFC

Sector:

Investment

Grade:

GE

Term Duration: 3 years 0 months

Recruitment Type:

Local Recruitment

Location:

Nairobi,Kenya

Required Language(s):

English

Preferred Language(s):

Closing Date:

10/23/2025 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC

Description

Build a career with impact. Working at the World Bank Group (WBG) provides a unique opportunity to help countries solve their greatest development challenges. As one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, the WBG is a unique partnership of five global institutions dedicated to ending poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, the WBG works with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges.

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

Private sector financial development is essential to the promotion of successful and sustainable economies in low and middle-income countries around the world. Sound and efficient financial markets can ensure that resources are allocated where they are most productive, assisting job creation and spurring economic growth. IFC's goal is to prioritize investment in the financial sector because it promotes development in all other sectors.

The Financial Institution Group (FIG) is one of IFC's key departments responsible for a significant portion of IFC's business volume, profitability and development reach, approximately 40%. FIG engages in a wide range of sub-sectors, including Microfinance, SME, Gender, Climate, Insurance, Capital Markets, Housing, Distressed Assets, and other areas, with both investment and advisory services delivered to IFC's clients through IFC's global network. FIG has three main objectives: 1) financial inclusion, 2) indirectly servicing the real economy, and 3) mobilizing third-party resources. The goal is to develop efficient financial systems that will increase financial inclusion and fuel economic growth in client countries and enhance IFC's developmental impact.

Duties and Accountabilities

• Provide analytical support to the Portfolio Managers in the management of the regional FIG portfolio.

• Provide analytical support to portfolio investment staff in the monitoring and servicing of portfolio companies.

• Conduct industry, market, and company research to inform portfolio strategy and other forward-looking actions.

• Analyze patterns, risks, and performance of portfolio companies to inform new business strategy.

• Prepare regular (mostly quarterly) reports that provide analytical insight to multiple dimensions of the portfolio, including impact, profitability, risk, capital utilization, etc.

• Participate in and take minutes of portfolio-related meetings

Selection Criteria

• Bachelor's degree, preferably with focus on finance, economics or mathematics.

• Strong analytical skills in general; high level proficiency in Excel specifically.

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in a numerical/analytical role.

• Good understanding of the financial and operational characteristics of financial institutions.

• Demonstrated ability to work successfully in multicultural teams and across boundaries.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English; understanding of French a significant plus.

• High proficiency in preparing financially oriented PowerPoint presentations; and

• Preferred but not required: proficiency in programming for data analytics (SQL, Python) and proficiency with advanced data analytics software (PowerBI)

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.

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