IFC - International Finance Corporation
Senior Industry Specialist - Energy Markets and Regulation - req35035
IFC - International Finance Corporation, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Senior Industry Specialist - Energy Markets and Regulation
Job #: req35035
Organization: IFC
Sector: Energy
Grade: GG
Term Duration: 3 years 0 months
Recruitment Type: International Recruitment
Location: Washington, DC, United States
Required Language(s): English
Closing Date: 12/9/2025 at 11:59pm UTC
Role Responsibilities
Work closely with interdisciplinary CEMEN teams to develop and implement IFC’s strategy and agenda in various energy segments; lead, co‑lead or collaborate as team member in certain Global Energy initiatives and contribute to market creation and innovation in the energy sector. This will include leading strategy or sector presentations to diverse internal & external stakeholders and/or leading the development of selected knowledge products for internal or external audiences.
Support investment officers, including working with client relationship managers to support client engagement and business development in the energy sector.
Assist in reviewing new projects as part of the investment decision process: as a member of investment teams for selected transactions, support investment officers, management and the credit department in assessing market‑related risks (e.g., regulation, merchant exposure). This includes hiring and managing market consultants where/when needed, recommending market scenarios and interacting with investment teams to provide financial model inputs/assumptions, providing detailed assessment and discussing related investment structuring and/or valuation implications.
Support portfolio supervision management, relationship managers and teams when assessing market related aspects, or issues in specific projects.
Provide strategic, operational, and analytical support to the CEMEN Manager, and to other senior IFC and World Bank Group executive staff; including taking the lead on developing knowledge products or summaries related to specific market related requests.
Maintain a strong grasp of energy sector trends and innovations.
Mentor more junior IFC staff on issues related to energy sector markets and regulation.
Selection Criteria
Master’s degree or equivalent in economics, strong quantitative skills including financial analysis, ideally with exposure to economic regulatory theory as it applies to infrastructure regulation.
Minimum of 12‑15 years of professional experience in the energy sector, with significant exposure to emerging markets and broad expertise across electricity and natural gas markets.
Deep knowledge of market and regulatory issues related to electricity generation, transmission, distribution, and supply, with significant expertise in de‑regulated markets, including policy, regulation, system planning, or operation.
Proven analytic ability in the context of competitive electricity markets, including both bid‑ and cost‑based approaches and spot price projections.
Expertise in both price and quality regulation, understanding of key trade‑offs and tariff sustainability. Knowledge of subsidy design approaches and techniques for targeting and emphasizing public funds efficiency. Knowledge of RAB valuation and WACC allowance methodologies is desirable.
Knowledge and experience around contractual approaches underpinning private participation in the sector, including full privatization and private participation via concessions, affermage, management contracts or other forms, with preference for detailed knowledge of contracts that require private risk capital to be deployed.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills and sound business judgment to identify issues and present creative and practical solutions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with fluency in English; other languages are a plus.
Salary and Benefits The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; paid leave, including parental leave; and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Explore the full range of our worldwide benefits here:
Benefits .
The World Bank Group is committed to providing competitive compensation and transparency in salary ranges. For most of our positions, we generally offer starting salaries between the minimum and the midpoint of the salary scale, commensurate with your skills, experience, and qualifications. For more information visit the WBG Compensation Scales site:
Compensation Scales .
For the best experience and to help keep your data secure, please apply for roles directly through our Careers website:
Careers .
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.
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.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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.
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Organization: IFC
Sector: Energy
Grade: GG
Term Duration: 3 years 0 months
Recruitment Type: International Recruitment
Location: Washington, DC, United States
Required Language(s): English
Closing Date: 12/9/2025 at 11:59pm UTC
Role Responsibilities
Work closely with interdisciplinary CEMEN teams to develop and implement IFC’s strategy and agenda in various energy segments; lead, co‑lead or collaborate as team member in certain Global Energy initiatives and contribute to market creation and innovation in the energy sector. This will include leading strategy or sector presentations to diverse internal & external stakeholders and/or leading the development of selected knowledge products for internal or external audiences.
Support investment officers, including working with client relationship managers to support client engagement and business development in the energy sector.
Assist in reviewing new projects as part of the investment decision process: as a member of investment teams for selected transactions, support investment officers, management and the credit department in assessing market‑related risks (e.g., regulation, merchant exposure). This includes hiring and managing market consultants where/when needed, recommending market scenarios and interacting with investment teams to provide financial model inputs/assumptions, providing detailed assessment and discussing related investment structuring and/or valuation implications.
Support portfolio supervision management, relationship managers and teams when assessing market related aspects, or issues in specific projects.
Provide strategic, operational, and analytical support to the CEMEN Manager, and to other senior IFC and World Bank Group executive staff; including taking the lead on developing knowledge products or summaries related to specific market related requests.
Maintain a strong grasp of energy sector trends and innovations.
Mentor more junior IFC staff on issues related to energy sector markets and regulation.
Selection Criteria
Master’s degree or equivalent in economics, strong quantitative skills including financial analysis, ideally with exposure to economic regulatory theory as it applies to infrastructure regulation.
Minimum of 12‑15 years of professional experience in the energy sector, with significant exposure to emerging markets and broad expertise across electricity and natural gas markets.
Deep knowledge of market and regulatory issues related to electricity generation, transmission, distribution, and supply, with significant expertise in de‑regulated markets, including policy, regulation, system planning, or operation.
Proven analytic ability in the context of competitive electricity markets, including both bid‑ and cost‑based approaches and spot price projections.
Expertise in both price and quality regulation, understanding of key trade‑offs and tariff sustainability. Knowledge of subsidy design approaches and techniques for targeting and emphasizing public funds efficiency. Knowledge of RAB valuation and WACC allowance methodologies is desirable.
Knowledge and experience around contractual approaches underpinning private participation in the sector, including full privatization and private participation via concessions, affermage, management contracts or other forms, with preference for detailed knowledge of contracts that require private risk capital to be deployed.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills and sound business judgment to identify issues and present creative and practical solutions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with fluency in English; other languages are a plus.
Salary and Benefits The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; paid leave, including parental leave; and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Explore the full range of our worldwide benefits here:
Benefits .
The World Bank Group is committed to providing competitive compensation and transparency in salary ranges. For most of our positions, we generally offer starting salaries between the minimum and the midpoint of the salary scale, commensurate with your skills, experience, and qualifications. For more information visit the WBG Compensation Scales site:
Compensation Scales .
For the best experience and to help keep your data secure, please apply for roles directly through our Careers website:
Careers .
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.
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.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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 World Bank and IFC values and inspiring stories.
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