International Operations Specialist

Job Title: Operations Officer

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Operations Officer to join our team. As an Operations Officer, you will play a critical role in supporting the implementation of our work program, building and maintaining effective relationships with government officials and key partners, and promoting and coordinating our operations in Korea.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Support the Senior Country Officer in implementing the IFC Korea work program.

2. Build and maintain effective relationships with government officials and close relationships with key IFC partners and WBG counterparts in the country office to further IFC's activities.

3. Effectively liaise and interact with an extensive network of contacts at senior levels (both internal and external), responding to inquiries and addressing diverse situations with tact and pragmatic problem-solving skills.

4. Proactively identify potential investment partners and opportunities based on proven credit quality, market potential, reputation, strategic fit, etc.

5. Utilize strong deal sense and bankability assessment skills expertise to advance business development discussions into executable transactions.

6. Work closely with IFC's specialists to assess environmental, social, technical, legal, insurance, corporate governance, and other risks in projects and champion IFC's sustainability offerings to clients.

7. Participate in deal structuring discussions with clients; use negotiation skills to overcome impasses and close transactions.

8. Create documents and reports for diverse audiences, including business development pitch books, regional and country strategy presentations and IFC internal approval documents.

9. Monitor and supervise clients' compliance with the terms of investment agreements, prepare timely supervision reports, identify early warning signs, and if required formulate/implement strategies for workouts, restructurings or rescheduling.

10. Mentor and coach junior staff.

11. Provide support for visiting missions.

Selection Criteria:

• Master's degree in business, Economics, Public Policy, or related field with at least 5 years of relevant experience, including advanced financial skills is required.

• Strong understanding of Korea's political, economic and industrial landscape, as well as of the broader East Asia and Pacific region. Experience of working in this region is a valuable asset.

• Experience in investment transactions, with proven success in developing client relationships as well as sourcing, negotiating, structuring and closing quality investments.

• Strong financial and credit skills; sound business judgment and proven ability to structure a variety of sophisticated financial instruments (debt and equity).

• Knowledge of outbound investments trends of Korean corporates, based on strong local industry networks.

• Knowledge of IFC investment processes and familiarity with IFC databases (such as MIS, RMS, and other iDesk applications) would be an advantage.

• Ability to interface directly and independently with the senior management of clients, financial and technical partners as well as senior government officials.

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, ability to work successfully in multicultural teams and across boundaries and to build networks across the region, including the ability to mentor and coach others to achieve results.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in Korean and English.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package including a retirement plan, medical, life and disability insurance, paid leave, and parental leave.

• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

• Dedicated and committed workforce, inclusive employer, and non-discriminatory workplace.

How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process:

• Application and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.

• For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.

Sector: Nonprofit/Community/Social Services/International Cooperation

Role: Other

Working hours (%): 80-100%

Job type: Staff (Permanent and Fixed Term)