IFC - International Finance Corporation · 1 day ago
Risk Officer - req35637
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expThe International Finance Corporation (IFC) is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. They are seeking a Risk Officer to drive the validation activities for Private Equity models and collaborate on governance activities within the Corporate Risk Management Model Risk Team.
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Responsibilities
Perform independent validation/review of models used for IFC’s Private Equity, Equity linked Guarantees, and Quasi Equity instruments (including Subordinate Equity, Warrants, and embedded options)
Collaborate with senior lead for the development and continuous enhancement of model risk management procedures for IFC’s Private Equity portfolio, aligning with industry best practice and internal policy; set standards and approval criteria for validation scope and methodology
Provide challenge on discounted cash flow (e.g., dividend discount, free cash flow) and market multiple approaches (P/E, P/B, EV/EBITDA, EV/Sales), including selection of benchmarks, normalization, and sensitivity/robustness testing
Ensure appropriate sector specific application (financial, infrastructure, manufacturing, fintech, disruptive technologies); promote standardization and template governance; review complex spreadsheet implementations where applicable
Be a sounding board for the Manager of CRMMM in management forums relating to private equity risk to provide perspectives on model usage and validation outcomes, if required
Oversee remediation plans; track and escalate overdue actions; ensure timely closure consistent with policy and audit expectations
Recommend methodological updates to keep IFC aligned with evolving IPEV / IVS consistent practices
Revalidate models on the prescribed cycle; maintain complete validation documentation and testing analyses consistent with Model Risk Policy & Procedures
Drive timely responses to stakeholders and meet deadlines on validation deliverables
Qualification
Required
Master's degree or higher in Finance, Financial Management, Econometrics, Statistics, or a closely related field
Minimum 10 years relevant experience in Private Equity valuation/models and related products (emerging markets exposure strongly preferred)
Demonstrated track record in performing validation/review of equity valuation models and defending conclusions before model owners and developers
Solid understanding of DCF techniques (FCF, DDM) and market comparables/multiples; sound judgment on calibration, parameterization, and uncertainty quantification
Broad familiarity with PE across infrastructure, manufacturing, fintech, and disruptive technology sectors; experience in emerging markets is a strong plus
Ability to determine fit for purpose modeling and valuation techniques consistent with market practice; experience with complex spreadsheet models and controls
Proficiency in Excel (incl. VBA) and Python; proficiency in R/Matlab a strong plus; excellent skills in MS Word and PowerPoint
Strong quantitative and analytical skills; provide effective challenges and be able to push back on the proposed model and its usage, where applicable
Excellent written and verbal communication in English; ability to operate under pressure and manage multiple priorities
Excellent team player; ability to work effectively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds; highest ethical standards
Benefits
Retirement plan
Medical, life and disability insurance
Paid leave, including parental leave
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Company
IFC - International Finance Corporation
IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused exclusively on the private sector in developing countries.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$453.23M2024-12-02Debt Financing· $453.23M
Leadership Team
Mohamed Gouled
Vice President of Industries
Sarvesh Suri
Regional Vice President, Asia and the Pacific
Recent News
2026-02-08
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