Portfolio Analyst, Public Private Partnership, LAC Region

Position description

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. Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet.

IFC’s Public-Private Partnership Transactions Advisory department (CTA) provides financial advisory services to client governments with the goal of increasing access to basic infrastructure and social services by facilitating private investments in these sectors. Specifically, the team acts as Lead Transaction Advisor to national and subnational governments to structure and implement public-private partnerships (PPP) transactions across all infrastructure sectors, e.g. power, water, transportation, digital and waste-to-energy, as well as social sectors such as health and education.

To support this mission, CTA is seeking an energetic and highly organized Portfolio Analyst to provide comprehensive administrative, operational, and analytical support to the CTA Manager, LAC, and the broader LAC team. The selected candidate will play a key role in portfolio management, data analysis, reporting, and cross-functional coordination to ensure the smooth delivery of the department’s objectives.

Duties and Accountabilities

Portfolio Management and Reporting
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation, delivery, and dissemination of portfolio reports and dashboards to support management decision-making. This includes preparing, editing, and finalizing the quarterly report for Manager approval, while leading pipeline and portfolio review processes.
• Navigate and utilize various reporting platforms in iPortal to monitor portfolio performance.
• Monitor portfolio activities to identify compliance issues, taking prompt action to resolve them in coordination with relevant stakeholders and in adherence to IFC policies and procedures.
• Coordinate the preparation and execution of the PSR Cycle, ensuring all requirements are met within established timelines.
• Coordinate the Client Survey process, ensuring accurate client contact information, timely survey completion, and follow-up with AS Oversight & Quality Control.
• Drive improvements in efficiency and accuracy in data management and reporting processes.

Financial Accountability and Compliance
• Ensure sound financial and operational management of Upstream and Advisory projects in line with IFC policies, procedures, and donor requirements.
• Adhere to and promote IFC’s enhanced measures for strengthening financial accountability in the management of trust funds, ensuring transparency and proper use of resources.
• Monitor and oversee project financial activities, identifying and addressing any irregularities or risks in a timely manner, and escalating issues to management as appropriate.
• Track PIQ exceptions and non-compliance issues, liaising with Project Leaders and Manager to resolve them and obtain necessary approvals from Regional and Global Industry Directors.
• Maintain accurate financial records and provide support for audits or reviews as required.
• Provide guidance to team members on financial management with the best practices and compliance requirements.
• Review and monitor commitments across hubs to optimize reporting processes and ensure timely readiness for the end of the fiscal year.
• Liaise with Finance Officers to ensure teams are aligned with budget allocations and charge codes.

Team Support and Capacity Building
• Advise teams on governance, ADM compliance, and portfolio and pipeline monitoring.
• Provide guidance to staff on STC/STT guidelines, eConsult procedures, and compensation policies for HQ/CO staff. Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Maintain current knowledge of IFC policies, procedures, and systems, while mentoring and supporting team members to promote knowledge sharing and adherence to operational and financial best practices.
• Resolve operational issues by coordinating with Corporate Procurement, Accounts Payable, Human Resources, Budget, eConsultant, Ask Accounting, Ask Budget, and Travel Account teams.
• Identify skill development needs, evaluate team competencies, and recommend targeted training or development programs to enhance capacity and strengthen performance for junior staff.
• Collaborate with key functional stakeholders (Partnerships, Finance, Results Measurement, Legal, etc.) and maintain strong working relationships with operational and country managers to achieve shared goals and drive quality improvement.

Qualifications

Selection Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, International Relations, Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Extensive knowledge of IFC policies, procedures, and systems, with broad experience as an ACS and a strong professional network across the WBG, coupled with in-depth understanding of WBG systems, processes, and procedures.
• Proficiency in advanced functions of standard Bank technology and tools, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Admin Portal, CTA Dashboard, SAP, MS Outlook, intranet, database applications, SharePoint, Operations iPortal, Trust Funds systems, AI tools, and IFC Analytics.
• Excellent teamwork skills with proven ability to take initiative, work independently across organizational boundaries, and mobilize colleagues to deliver projects within tight deadlines.
• Proven experience proactively managing scheduling and operational priorities, resolving conflicts and ensuring smooth coordination across teams and regions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Portuguese and/or Spanish is a distinct advantage.

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.

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.

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