Regional Development Specialist

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is a global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. With over 100 countries to work in, our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity.

We are seeking an experienced professional as Senior Country Officer to join our team in Central America. The position will be based in Guatemala City, Guatemala, and will report to the Regional Manager for Central America.

As a Senior Country Officer, you will co-lead business development for investment, upstream and advisory services along with industries and other responsible teams. You will support sector teams in executing transactions and handling portfolio projects.

• Oversee all IFC's investment, advisory and upstream activities in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Nicaragua.
• In conjunction with the country manager, develop and implement a strategy for IFC's Investment, Advisory, and Upstream activities in all streams in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Nicaragua.
• Supervise and closely work with a team of regional staff.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, global and regional businesses, banking, and multilateral partners, to further develop specific investment and advisory opportunities with high development impact in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Nicaragua.
• Foster strong relationships to identify opportunities for knowledge transfer among the WBG institutions to the benefit of the clients.

What We Offer

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.