Senior Financial Officer, Sustainability

Job #:
req30264
Organization:
IFC
Sector:
Risk
Grade:
GG
Term Duration:
3 years 0 months
Recruitment Type:
International Recruitment
Location:
Washington, DC,United States
Required Language(s):
English
Preferred Language(s):

Closing Date:
11/21/2024 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC

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. For more information, visitwww.ifc.org.

The Corporate Risk Management Department (CRM) is responsible for comprehensive risk management at a corporate level, including Financial Risk, Risk Strategy, Model Risk, Data Analytics, Enterprise Risk, Operational Risk, and Business Continuity.

CRM is currently seeking a Senior Financial Officer, Sustainability, to lead our financial sustainability team. This strategic role is responsible for overseeing the financial projections, developing financial forecasts and projections, and managing relationships with rating agencies. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of IFC business and product mix and asset allocation and possess strong financial and accounting knowledge.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Senior Financial Officer, Sustainability will:
• Steer the implementation, development, and maintenance of a comprehensive framework for financial forecasting, balance sheet projection, income statements, capital adequacy, and pricing.
• Lead the financial sustainability team, ensuring best practices in the market are integrated with our business model and product mix.
• Serve as the primary liaison with rating agencies, managing assessments and maintaining a strong understanding of their methodologies and analytics.
• Provide expert guidance on financial sustainability to the management team, Board, staff, and external partners, including with the G20 Capital Adequacy Framework Review.
• Understand and apply knowledge of asset allocation and the factors driving asset returns to inform financial strategies.
• Utilize strong accounting principles to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with relevant standards.
• Leverage innovative technologies and tools to enhance financial forecasting, risk analysis, and reporting processes. This could involve exploring emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, data analytics, or financial technology solutions.
• Effectively manage relationships with various stakeholders, including internal teams, external partners, and other stakeholders, to ensure alignment and effective communication.

Selection Criteria

• Master's degree in finance, economics, or a relevant discipline with at least 10 years of relevant experience in increasing complexity and responsibility positions.
• Excellent knowledge of multi-asset class investment strategies, including equity and fixed-income products.
• Ability to apply Machine Learning (ML) techniques to financial forecasting and analysis.
• Strong grasp of accounting principles and financial statement analysis.
• Proven track record in financial management, with expertise in financial forecasting and balance sheet management.
• Good knowledge of rating agency methodologies and the ability to effectively manage these relationships.
• Leadership skills with experience in team management and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concepts to a variety of audiences.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
• Relevant financial and accounting qualifications, with additional data science or financial technology expertise considered a plus.
• Experience with a coding language such as Java, Python, VBA, etc. is a plus.

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.

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