Ifc Global Internship Program

**IFC Global Internship Program - Gender Finance Advisory Internship**

Job #:
req31552
Organization:
IFC
Sector:
Other
Grade:
UC
Term Duration:
0 years 5 months
Recruitment Type:
Local Recruitment

**Location**:
Bogota,Colombia; Sao Paulo, Brazil;Mexico City, Mexico
Required Language(s):
English, Spanish, Portuguese
Preferred Language(s):
Closing Date:
3/2/2025 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC

Description

IFC - a member of the World Bank Group - is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities. Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet.

IFC's FIG Global department is seeking an intern as part of our Global Internship Program (GIP). The Global Internship Program (GIP) offers highly motivated individuals an opportunity to be exposed to the mission and work of IFC and the broader World Bank Group and become part of the largest private sector development institution in the world. The program encourages individuals to bring new perspectives and innovative ideas to IFC's work, while improving skills in a diverse and highly stimulating environment. Moreover, the Global Internship Program provides a unique opportunity to exchange ideas and network with international professionals dedicated to ending extreme poverty and boosting prosperity in the developing world.

The internship is open for in-person and remote participation may be considered. If remote, please note the working hours: EST or CST.

**Duties and Accountabilities**:
the Intern will support the FIG US/AS team to partner with relevant financial intermediaries to: (i) Develop FIG's expanding business operations for improved gender and financial inclusion; and (ii) support in the delivery of advisory and upstream projects.

The Intern will work with the FIG team to identify new gender finance upstream and advisory business opportunities that are in line with IFC's objectives and implement these projects.

This includes:

- Work with AS/US regional staff to develop advisory services opportunities with key partners in the region; including developing project proposals/client pitches; and meeting with potential clients and other market stakeholders to discuss business opportunities
- Conduct appraisals and/or workshops as part of business development or advisory project design
- Design projects that address key clients' needs, in a sustainable way, aiming for capacity building and leveraging existing client resources;
- Lead and / or support the implementation of (proposed) recommendations and oversee implementation of services/ solutions/ recommendations to clients, ensuring overall the quality control in line with corporate monitoring and evaluation requirements. Tasks could include: market and customer research; business model development; and value proposition development.
- Work/ interact closely with IFC's AS/US staff to build their technical capacity for the delivery of projects
- Contribute to IFC's financial inclusion knowledge management and learning agenda

Selection Criteria
- Preferred field of study: Masters in Business Administration (MBA); Finance
- Minimum of 2 years of previous work experience
- Experience in banking or financial services consulting, local language skills and knowledge of LAC region are essential
- Previous experience in market research and reporting
- Financial modelling skills are required

World Bank Group Core Competencies

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.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.

Job ID req31552