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Manager, Investment Valuation

Job #: req35493
Organization: IFC
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Grade: GH
Term Duration: 4 years 0 months
Recruitment Type: International Recruitment
Location: Washington, DC,United States
Required Language(s): English
Preferred Language(s):
Closing Date: 2/2/2026 (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 in developing countries. In fiscal year 2025, IFC committed a record $71 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging private sector solutions, and mobilizing private capital to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.

IFC is seeking a Manager for its valuation unit.  The position is based in Washington DC, USA and will report to the Vice President and Chief Risk Officer.

The Manager will oversee a team of professionals responsible for second-line fair valuation function of IFC’s investments portfolio including emerging markets equity, funds and debt products of approximately [$27bn]. She/he will also work closely with Investment Credit Equity unit (CIREQ), central portfolio management, investment teams across IFC’s global network including portfolio managers, global equity heads, external auditors and other teams as required. The manager is also responsible for working closely on the IT infrastructure with relevant teams.

She/he will have direct supervisory responsibility over a team of approximately 14 staff.

The successful candidate would join IFC's CIR, part of the Risk Management Vice-presidency. CIR is responsible for providing an independent risk-reward assessment for all new investment transactions and material portfolio events and independent valuations and providing clearance for such transactions at various stages of the investment cycle.

This role requires a thorough understanding of emerging markets, financial instruments, financial modeling and projections, and best in-class valuation practices and applying this to deliver best valuation estimates working with the first-line functions within IFC globally.

 
Duties and Accountabilities:

The Investment Valuation unit (CIRVA) Manager will Lead and manage the valuation team and ensure the team is high-performing, well-motivated, and committed to the advancement of IFC’s strategic goals and delivering its objectives and workplan. In addition to technical expertise, the incumbent will be expected to nurture a collaborative, high-performance environment—coaching team members, promoting knowledge sharing, and guiding professional development. The role demands close collaboration across functions, particularly with CIREQ, central portfolio management, investment teams, risk specialists, and IT partners to ensure that the valuation workflow supports the quarterly cycles. The manager will:

• Lead the delivery of quarterly valuations for the IFC investment portfolio culminating with preparing and delivering a quarterly presentation for the relevant approval committee and ensure compliance with the valuations governance framework.
• As a second-line function, the Manager is responsible for ensuring that equity and debt valuations prepared by investments portfolio managers are independently assessed; assumptions challenged, and final valuations present IFC’s best estimate of these valuations.
• Ensure that valuation assumptions and methodologies are consistent across the portfolio. 
• In coordination with CIREQ, ensure that material impacts to equity and debt investments as raised by investment teams or resulting from quarterly supervision meetings are promptly and accurately reflected in IFC’s valuations and as needed watch list.
• In coordination with CIREQ develop valuation frameworks, policies and procedures while working with other stakeholders within IFC.
• In coordination with CIREQ lead preparation and delivery of training materials, lessons learned, case studies, CIR FAQ, and other knowledge management materials relating to equity and debt valuations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with IFC’s first-line valuation function including portfolio managers across IFC’s global network, global equity heads, and central portfolio management
• Develop and maintain relationships with corresponding functions in IFIs to share knowledge and best practices.
• Be part of, and actively contribute to, the Investment and Credit Risk Department leadership team.
• Mentor and develop the valuation staff.
• Provide full range of administrative and HR Management oversight. 

Selection Criteria

• Master's degree in business, finance or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in the emerging markets equity and debt valuation. 
• Proven experience in operating under pressure including managing relationships with external auditors.
• Strong financial skills with deep expertise for handling complex debt and equity valuations.
• Established experience managing a second-line valuation function which requires building and managing solid relationships with first-line functions while balancing with the challenge function of the team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with different audiences including senior management.
• Solid knowledge of valuation systems and ability to interface with IT teams.
• Proven experience in managing and developing teams.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Meet the World Bank Group-wide managerial competencies: Courage of your Convictions, Leading the Team for Impact, Influencing Across Boundaries, Fostering Openness to New Ideas, Building Talent for the Future. 

WBG Culture Attributes:

1. Sense of Urgency – Anticipating and quickly reacting to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful Risk Taking – Taking informed and thoughtful risks and making courageous decisions to push boundaries for greater impact.
3. Empowerment and Accountability – Engaging with others in an empowered and accountable manner for impactful results.

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.

Other facts

Tech stack
Investment Valuation,Financial Modeling,Emerging Markets,Debt Valuation,Equity Valuation,Team Management,Risk Management,Communication Skills,Valuation Frameworks,Knowledge Sharing,Relationship Management,Training Development,IT Collaboration,Portfolio Management,Auditor Relations,Performance Coaching

About World Bank Group

The World Bank is a vital source of financial and technical assistance to developing countries around the world. Our vision is to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet.

We are not a bank in the common sense; we are made up of two unique development institutions owned by 189 member countries: the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and the International Development Association (IDA).

Each institution plays a different but collaborative role in advancing the vision of inclusive and sustainable globalization. The IBRD aims to reduce poverty in middle-income and creditworthy poorer countries, while IDA focuses on the world's poorest countries.

Their work is complemented by that of the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) and the International Centre for the Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID).

Together, we provide low-interest loans, interest-free credits and grants to developing countries for a wide array of purposes that include investments in education, health, public administration, infrastructure, financial and private sector development, agriculture and environmental and natural resource management.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: International Trade and Development

What you'll do

  • The Manager will lead and manage the valuation team, ensuring high performance and alignment with IFC's strategic goals. Responsibilities include overseeing quarterly valuations, ensuring compliance with governance frameworks, and mentoring team members.

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