Job title : Investment Analyst, Infrastructure - Africa
Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg
Deadline : November 05, 2025
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Duties and Accountabilities :
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
Provide analytical, research, portfolio, and processing support to project teams;Create and analyze financial models;Review and analyze historical and projected financial statements;Conduct industry and market research and assist in IFC’s business development efforts;Elaborate pitchbooks and proposals for clients;Review company information and prepare reports on periodic financial statements, project progress reports, and other information submitted by clients;Participate in all aspects of IFC’s project processing cycle, from project development to asset management;Prepare documentation for IFC internal processes;Participate in investment negotiations;Actively manage assigned investments in portfolio companies, including monitoring of compliance with IFC financial, environmental, insurance and legal requirements;Preparing timely credit risk assessment reports and equity valuations; andTracking development results throughout the project cycle.Selection Criteria
A bachelor’s degree from a renowned university (preferably with a specialization in Finance, Business, or Economics – enrollment in the CFA program is a plus);Experience in a financial institution (2+ years) with a proven track record (international exposure desired) – ideally with experience in corporate or project finance;Excellent knowledge of Excel and ability to develop complex financial models, including discount cash flow models, loan valuation models, and other models as needed;Experience in infrastructure-related projects will be a plus;Strong analytical and problem-solving skills as well as sound business judgment to identify issues and present creative and practical solutions;Ability to work successfully in multicultural teams and across boundaries;Demonstrated quantitative, financial analysis and modelling skills;Demonstrated teamwork skills;Proactive initiative taker – helping transaction leads without having to be asked;Ability to manage and complete multiple projects / tasks simultaneously and to meet deadlines under pressure;Keen interest in emerging markets;Willingness and ability to travel on short notice as required;Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of other regional languages, such as French and / or Portuguese, is a plus.Accounting / Financial Services jobs