IDB Invest - Associate - Infrastructure and Energy - Caribbean Region

Location

This position is based in Nassau (Bahamas).

We improve lives

• Southern Cone Division: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay
• Andean Region Division: Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
• Caribbean Division: The Bahamas, Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago. 
• Central America: Haiti, Mexico, Panama, and the Dominican Republic. 

About this position

The Infrastructure and Energy Division (IEN), part of the Industries and Cross-Cutting Themes Department, leads the development and delivery of operations in transport, water and sanitation, energy, and social infrastructure across all regions.

The Caribbean Countries Division (RCB), part of the Regions Department, is responsible for managing business and client engagement from a country perspective within its member countries. It also provides oversight to the Country Representatives of the IDB’s Vice Presidency for Countries and to the Directors of Delivery Units at IDB Invest.

The Delivery Units are responsible for: (i) establishing and maintaining client relationships, (ii) building pipeline through upstream project and sector development, (iii) transaction execution through the incorporation of multiple financial products including loans, guarantees, debt capital markets, equity and quasi-equity instruments, as well as resource mobilization and technical cooperation and (iv) acting as the center of institutional knowledge and expertise for the sectors covered by the Division. This integrated model enables Delivery Units to align business development with strategic priorities, enhance regional coordination, and ensure operational effectiveness across IDB Invest.

You will report to the Director of the Delivery Unit that has a dual-reporting structure to both the Managing Director of the Infrastructure & Energy Division (IEN) and the Caribbean Countries Division (RCB).

What you’ll do

You will provide technical and analytical support to Investment Officers and project teams throughout the transaction cycle, with a strong focus on execution quality and timely delivery.

• Deal Origination and Execution: (i) support senior team members in identifying and evaluating potential investment opportunities, (ii) assist in the due diligence process, conducting thorough research and analysis to assess the feasibility and risks associated with transactions, (iii) contribute to the preparation and review of transaction documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IDB Invest standards.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: (i) work collaboratively with cross-functional teams across IDB Invest particularly on environmental, social and corporate governance safeguards, development effectiveness, legal, advisory, risk, and integrity functions to ensure the seamless execution of transactions, (ii) foster a team-oriented environment by actively contributing ideas, sharing expertise, and providing mentorship to junior team members, (iii) collaborate with IDB experts to offer the best solutions to clients and in order to catalyze financing for the growing demand for infrastructure, (iv) support the Portfolio Management Division as needed on supervising the portfolio of Infrastructure & Energy projects.
• Financial Analysis and Modeling: (i) conduct in-depth financial analysis, including building and maintaining complex financial models, to support investment decisions, (ii) perform scenario analysis including running sensitivity analyses over financial models and preparing results to be presented for decision making.
• Client Presentations and Communication: (i) prepare client presentations, pitch materials, and other documentation to effectively communicate complex financial information, (ii) engage in client interactions, participating in meetings, presentations, and discussions to address client needs and provide strategic advice.
• Market Research and Industry Analysis: (i) stay abreast of market trends, industry developments, and competitive landscapes to provide valuable insights for decision-making, (ii) conduct thorough research on specific sectors and companies to identify potential opportunities and risks.
• Project Management: (i) effectively manage multiple tasks and deadlines associated with various projects, (ii) take ownership of specific aspects of transactions and projects, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Continuous Learning and Development: (i) proactively seek opportunities for professional development, staying current on industry best practices, trends, and emerging technologies, (ii) contribute to the development of junior team members through mentorship, training, and knowledge sharing.
• Relationship Building: (i) cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, investors, and other key stakeholders, (ii) act as a liaison between the firm and clients, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction through effective communication and responsiveness.

What you'll need

• Education: Bachelor's or equivalent degree with specialization/major in finance, accounting, business administration, or economics. Master's degree or MBA will be considered a plus.
• Experience: You have at least two (2) years of relevant professional experience in analysis and loan origination and structuring complex structured finance (project finance) transactions or financial analysis with a validated track record of working with a broad range of financial instruments and products (including equity and mezzanine). You have expertise working with domestic and international institutional investors. Understanding client needs and challenges, market idiosyncrasies, and drivers of change in Latin America and the Caribbean would be highly valued. Confirmed experience in a similar role in an investment or advisory firm, bank, or infrastructure company would be desirable. Strong client relationship experience and skills are also highly valued.
• Languages: Proficiency in English is mandatory and one of the other Bank official languages (Spanish, French or Portuguese) would be considered a plus. 

Requirements

•    Citizenship: Must be eligible to work in job location without the need for sponsorship.  

•    Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab.
 

Type of contract and duration

National staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.

What we offer

Our culture

At the IDB, we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work while finding their purpose. Our people consistently strive for excellence, and we recognize and celebrate the impact of their contributions.

In our efforts to drive innovation, we intentionally include all voices, cultivate a sense of belonging and champion fairness. We welcome individuals from underrepresented groups to join us and share their unique perspectives.

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