Operations Analyst - South Korea

 Description

The Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) is a member of the World Bank Group, and our mission is to promote foreign direct investment into developing countries to help end extreme poverty and boost share prosperity. We do that through the provision of political risk insurance and credit enhancement to investors and lenders against losses caused by noncommercial risks. 
For more information, visit www.miga.org.

MIGA’s Department of Operations (MIGOP) is looking for an Operations Analyst, to be based in Seoul, South Korea, to support MIGA Korea’s activities, as part of MIGA Asia team.  The ideal candidate will have strong interest in private sector development in emerging markets and innovation. Under the supervision of the Senior Underwriter, the Analyst will be assigned a variety of tasks related to business development, relationship management with key clients and partners, and coordination of relationships with MIGA stakeholders including shareholders, development partner agencies, development financial institutions, and private sector players in Korea and Asia.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Business Development:

• Conduct independent research on various topics across different sectors and regions, including preparation of briefing notes for senior management; background information and financial analysis of specific companies; trends in foreign direct investment (FDI); identification of business opportunities across sectors and regions

• Collect data, analyze, and synthesize data from public and WBG sources for business development and project assessment

• Research and identify investor/sector conferences relevant for sectors and regions

• Prepare presentations and talking points for team and other groups in MIGA

• Keep project leads and client lists up to dated and monitor its progress regularly

• Use the client management system and provide reports as requested

Underwriting of Guarantees:

• Assist in underwriting guarantees in various sectors and support team members on complex transactions with an emphasis on financial modeling and credit analysis

• Prepare sections of relevant reports (sector updates, sub-sector information, strategy documents, briefing notes, underwriting papers, etc.) and contribute to the formulation of conclusions and recommendations 

• Research structures and participate in various projects

• Liaise with counterparties to ascertain data quality in MIGA databases

• Coordinate follow- up as required with sponsors, financiers, and public sector counterparties involved in project specification, definition, bidding preparation, negotiation, awarding of contract and project implementation and monitoring

• Track status of projects at various stages in MIGA systems and provide regular updates as agreed with country representative or another designated person

• Develop and maintain data base and tracking systems related to special sector initiatives 

• Write routine reports independently, including minutes of meetings

• Work cooperatively with staff from other units and perform special assignments for other units, as required

• Perform ad hoc tasks as may be assigned

Selection Criteria

• Master’s degree in finance, economics, business administration, engineering, or related fields and at least 2 years relevant work experience (e.g., in project / export finance, investment banking, corporate finance and/or investment-related work at a corporate) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Excellent knowledge of excel and ability to develop complex financial models

• Strong analytical and conceptual skills including corporate/project finance

• Ability to think independently, analyze problems and identify appropriate solutions

• Excellent organizational, administrative, and time management skills with proven ability to work promptly and efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines

• Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to work with people at all levels (inside and outside MIGA) with demonstrated team spirit and responsiveness

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Korean

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.

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