World Bank
Principal Investment Officer, Equity Mobilization
World Bank, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Principal Investment Officer, Equity Mobilization
Job #: req34797 | Organization: IFC | Sector: Treasury | Grade: GH | Term Duration: 3 years 0 months | Recruitment Type: International | Location: Washington, DC, United States | Required Language(s): English | Preferred Language(s): French, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese | Closing Date: 11/20/2025 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. The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the WBG, is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. The IFC Equity Mobilization Department (AMC) mobilizes and manages capital for private equity investments in emerging markets. AMC has raised US$10.2 billion through 16 investment funds and seeks an investment professional to work across funds, actively participate in new funds/product development, partnerships and fundraising.
Duties & Accountabilities
Equity Mobilization
Contribute significantly to AMC’s vision of being the leader in equity mobilization for impact investing in Emerging Markets.
Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential AMC investors, IFC and AMC teams, and lead or contribute to fundraising efforts.
Generate high-quality materials for business development, brand and marketing of AMC, and knowledge management.
Lead or contribute to the development of new AMC products aligned with IFC’s 2030 strategy and addressing the gap in private funding (equity and debt) in Emerging Markets, including conceptualizing new strategies, securing buy‑in from IFC teams, engaging potential investors, and leading the creation of pitchbook materials and the Private Placement Memorandum (PPM).
Manage, coordinate, and participate in investor roadshow presentations.
Collaborate with IFC and AMC teams to roll out the Equity Co‑Investment platform, mobilizing private capital in IFC pipeline transactions systematically and in a targeted manner.
Plan and conduct regular visits with LPs, collaborating with other members of the AMC fund teams and the Investor Relations team.
Equity Investment and Portfolio Management
Collaborate with AMC senior leadership, investee companies, and IFC deal teams on new deal origination, execution, and provide operational value‑add and strategic guidance to portfolio investments as needed.
Lead or contribute to analyzing, structuring, and executing new equity investments for various AMC funds, SMAs and/or Co‑investments, working closely with IFC teams through appraisal, negotiations, preparing investment committee materials and presenting them to the relevant AMC investment committees.
Proactively manage select equity portfolio investments to enhance the value of AMC investee companies and generate attractive returns for Limited Partners, handling complex and challenging structures and situations.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with senior management and the board of directors of selected portfolio companies, sometimes independently.
Connect lessons learned from portfolio management to generate innovative ideas, value‑add, or solutions that can be replicated where relevant.
Team Contribution
Lead by example to cultivate a trusted, high‑performance, inclusive, and collaborative team culture that motivates junior professionals.
Leverage the expertise of all team members to achieve successful outcomes.
Collaborate closely with IFC counterparts on all aspects of the AMC and AMC‑managed Funds businesses.
Act as a spokesperson for AMC both internally and externally.
Selection Criteria The candidate should have a thorough understanding of international best practices in asset management, trends in emerging markets, excellent analytical and technical skills, and demonstrated experience in private markets with strong knowledge of various products and marketing best practices. They must possess a network of relationships with institutional investors and experience in private equity deals, capable of mitigating risks and enhancing returns. Familiarity with IFC’s approach to ESG & impact investing is a plus.
Education and Experience
Master of Business Administration or equivalent degree.
A minimum of 12 years of relevant professional experience in an investment bank and/or private equity firm and/or a financial institution, focusing on private investments.
Strong relationship management experience – with internal and external stakeholders.
Proven and recent track record of sourcing, structuring, and closing equity investments, particularly in emerging markets.
Strong track record of portfolio management of complex equity investments.
Skills and Competencies
Relationship Management
– Proven experience developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including senior management of potential clients, investors, financial and technical partners, and government officials, and managing senior Limited Partner relationships.
New product development
– Strong skills in new product development with an understanding of private markets and investors, ability to develop and execute new concepts based on strong analytical underpinnings, stakeholder consultations, consensus building and managing teams.
Equity Management
– Strong skills in transaction structuring, valuation, financial modelling, and portfolio management; strong track record as a Board of Director/Observer across diverse companies and sectors (a plus).
Outstanding analytical and critical thinking abilities, with a capacity to synthesize complex information.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; fluency in other languages (e.g., French, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese) is a plus.
Mature business judgment and sound commercial instincts.
Highly motivated and committed to the highest ethical standards.
Team and Cultural Fit: a team player with experience in managing, motivating, and developing junior professionals, strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds, commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and Sustainable Development.
WBG Culture Attributes
Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
Thoughtful risk‑taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact.
Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.
Benefits 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 World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.
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Job #: req34797 | Organization: IFC | Sector: Treasury | Grade: GH | Term Duration: 3 years 0 months | Recruitment Type: International | Location: Washington, DC, United States | Required Language(s): English | Preferred Language(s): French, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese | Closing Date: 11/20/2025 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. The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the WBG, is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. The IFC Equity Mobilization Department (AMC) mobilizes and manages capital for private equity investments in emerging markets. AMC has raised US$10.2 billion through 16 investment funds and seeks an investment professional to work across funds, actively participate in new funds/product development, partnerships and fundraising.
Duties & Accountabilities
Equity Mobilization
Contribute significantly to AMC’s vision of being the leader in equity mobilization for impact investing in Emerging Markets.
Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential AMC investors, IFC and AMC teams, and lead or contribute to fundraising efforts.
Generate high-quality materials for business development, brand and marketing of AMC, and knowledge management.
Lead or contribute to the development of new AMC products aligned with IFC’s 2030 strategy and addressing the gap in private funding (equity and debt) in Emerging Markets, including conceptualizing new strategies, securing buy‑in from IFC teams, engaging potential investors, and leading the creation of pitchbook materials and the Private Placement Memorandum (PPM).
Manage, coordinate, and participate in investor roadshow presentations.
Collaborate with IFC and AMC teams to roll out the Equity Co‑Investment platform, mobilizing private capital in IFC pipeline transactions systematically and in a targeted manner.
Plan and conduct regular visits with LPs, collaborating with other members of the AMC fund teams and the Investor Relations team.
Equity Investment and Portfolio Management
Collaborate with AMC senior leadership, investee companies, and IFC deal teams on new deal origination, execution, and provide operational value‑add and strategic guidance to portfolio investments as needed.
Lead or contribute to analyzing, structuring, and executing new equity investments for various AMC funds, SMAs and/or Co‑investments, working closely with IFC teams through appraisal, negotiations, preparing investment committee materials and presenting them to the relevant AMC investment committees.
Proactively manage select equity portfolio investments to enhance the value of AMC investee companies and generate attractive returns for Limited Partners, handling complex and challenging structures and situations.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with senior management and the board of directors of selected portfolio companies, sometimes independently.
Connect lessons learned from portfolio management to generate innovative ideas, value‑add, or solutions that can be replicated where relevant.
Team Contribution
Lead by example to cultivate a trusted, high‑performance, inclusive, and collaborative team culture that motivates junior professionals.
Leverage the expertise of all team members to achieve successful outcomes.
Collaborate closely with IFC counterparts on all aspects of the AMC and AMC‑managed Funds businesses.
Act as a spokesperson for AMC both internally and externally.
Selection Criteria The candidate should have a thorough understanding of international best practices in asset management, trends in emerging markets, excellent analytical and technical skills, and demonstrated experience in private markets with strong knowledge of various products and marketing best practices. They must possess a network of relationships with institutional investors and experience in private equity deals, capable of mitigating risks and enhancing returns. Familiarity with IFC’s approach to ESG & impact investing is a plus.
Education and Experience
Master of Business Administration or equivalent degree.
A minimum of 12 years of relevant professional experience in an investment bank and/or private equity firm and/or a financial institution, focusing on private investments.
Strong relationship management experience – with internal and external stakeholders.
Proven and recent track record of sourcing, structuring, and closing equity investments, particularly in emerging markets.
Strong track record of portfolio management of complex equity investments.
Skills and Competencies
Relationship Management
– Proven experience developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including senior management of potential clients, investors, financial and technical partners, and government officials, and managing senior Limited Partner relationships.
New product development
– Strong skills in new product development with an understanding of private markets and investors, ability to develop and execute new concepts based on strong analytical underpinnings, stakeholder consultations, consensus building and managing teams.
Equity Management
– Strong skills in transaction structuring, valuation, financial modelling, and portfolio management; strong track record as a Board of Director/Observer across diverse companies and sectors (a plus).
Outstanding analytical and critical thinking abilities, with a capacity to synthesize complex information.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; fluency in other languages (e.g., French, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese) is a plus.
Mature business judgment and sound commercial instincts.
Highly motivated and committed to the highest ethical standards.
Team and Cultural Fit: a team player with experience in managing, motivating, and developing junior professionals, strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds, commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and Sustainable Development.
WBG Culture Attributes
Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
Thoughtful risk‑taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact.
Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.
Benefits 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 World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.
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