Operations Analyst at World Bank Group

The IFC is seeking an Operations Analyst for its Kenya Country Office based in Nairobi, Kenya. The Operations Analyst will be responsible for supporting the Kenyan Country Management team (80%) and the Regional team (20%). This role will be responsible for a broad scope of research, analytical and operational work as well as providing resource and coordination support across the Investment and Advisory groups in support of the implementation of the country and regional strategy.

• Support the Country and Regional Management teams with overall project management, planning and monitoring of deliverables to ensure timely and quality delivery.
• Conduct industry research and associated analysis to inform strategy.
• Help support pipeline development across all industry groups by providing industry contextual data, company analysis, comparator analysis, industry research etc.
• Serve as the ‘go-to’ person for data/research and all operational/resource support work for the region as directed by the Country and Regional Management Units.
• Extract data from internal and external databases, manipulate and present the data in a variety of formats for a variety of audiences to a high degree of accuracy and consistency and update/maintain the information in the database.
• Prepare documents and reports to present information to a variety of audiences including: country strategy submissions, sections of World Bank Country Partnership Framework documents, inputs into business plans, and work program agreements. Review and screen relevant documents/reports for consistency with strategy documents. Provide research/analytical support to work products produced and on assignments that may arise as directed by the Country Officer.
• Under the guidance of the Country Officer, advise project teams on the country context, IFC’s role, strategic fit, World Bank Group objectives, local markets, pipeline and portfolio.
• Maintain a good working knowledge of current advisory and investment operations and respond quickly to queries from HQ management and staff.
• Provide support to the country and regional teams on IFC joint efforts with the WB and other development partners.
• Liaise and interact effectively with an extensive network of contacts, at senior levels (both internal and external), and respond effectively to inquiries and to diverse situations that require tact and pragmatic problem-solving skills. Must have good network of contacts, both with government stakeholders and the business community at large.
• Provide briefing and logistical support for incoming and external visits and meetings.

Selection Criteria

• Undergraduate degree in Economics, Finance, Business or similar, Masters’ Degree Preferred.
• 2-3 years’ work experience in banking, consulting or another fast-paced, knowledge-based work environment.
• Advanced Excel, PowerPoint and database skills.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Excellent teamwork skills, ability to take initiative and work across organizational boundaries. High on energy with strong professionalism, maintaining confidentiality and using discretion when required.
• Familiarity with IFC databases (such as MIS, RMS, and other iDesk applications) would be an advantage.
• Experience of IFC strategy and budgeting processes would be an advantage.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and function effectively in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines, while working on multiple projects.
• Commitment to economic development and keen interest in development finance in emerging markets.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in English. Fluency in other languages is a plus.