Investment Officer, Funds

Application deadline: Friday August 28th

Are you ready to advance your career whileimpactingchange in emerging markets

We are looking for anInvestment Officer Funds!

JoinFinDev Canada Canadas development financial institution! We work with and through the private sector to advance climate and nature action gender equality and market development in developing economies. Joining FinDev Canada means being part of a growing purposedriven organization where yourexpertisedirectly contributes to meaningful measurable impact around the world.

Employment Type:Permanent

Location:FinDev Canada headquarters is in downtown Montreal. For the right candidate Ottawa or Toronto will be considered with the flexibility to work under a hybrid model with a current requirement of three in-office days per week (subject to change).

Compensation Details

• Investments 18:Salaries typically range from$96557 - $160927 annually based on qualifications and experiences plus a performance-based incentive.

• Impactful Work:We are driven by our mandate to promote sustainable and inclusive growth inemergingmarkets and developing economies. Every role contributes to creatingpositive lasting impact - for our clients the markets we serve and communities around the world.

• Inspiring Colleagues:Join a diverse and talented team from around the world that brings a wealth of experience knowledge and passion to everything we do. We believe strong results come from strong partnerships - working together sharing perspectives and building trust to achieve shared goals.

• Our Core Values:Our culture is anchored inCollaboration Agility Impact and Respect. We work together across diverse teams embrace change and innovation and stay focused on creating meaningful sustainable impact - while treating one another with integrity empathy and respect.

• Perks and Benefits:Our Total Rewards offering goes beyond a paycheck. We provide a comprehensive package designed to meet the diverse needs and life stages of our employees.

FinDev Canadas Investments Team is responsible for managing and expanding our portfolio of direct and indirect investments across our chosen priority sectors and our countries of operation.

The Investments teams core tasks consist of business development transaction processing and asset management and it is accountable for meeting FinDev Canadas portfolio growth targets.

FinDev Canada is seeking a an Investment Officer to join the FinDev Canada Investments team. The Investment Officer will develop and maintain excellent client and partner relationships to build a robust pipeline of bankable transactions within the Funds sector. The successful candidate will be expected to bring their prior experience and hit the ground running to contribute to our goals and play a key role in the evolution and continuous improvement of FinDev Canadas practices and processes.

Business Development & Origination

• Identify originate and develop new investment opportunities in the Private Equity Funds sector.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients partners fund managers and industry stakeholders.
• Develop a robust pipeline of investable opportunities.

End-to-End Transaction Leadership

• Lead the full transaction lifecycle including origination due diligence structuring negotiation investment recommendation closing and monitoring.

• Assess transaction risks and present recommendations to internal stakeholders and committees.
• Negotiate commercial terms and documentation.

Portfolio Management

• Actively manage a portfolio of fund investments and client relationships.
• Monitor fund performance and emerging risks.
• Validate draw down requests and monitor compliance with legal agreements.
• Prepare quarterly valuation reports.
• Conduct annual portfolio reviews and recommend mitigating actions where required.
• Lead or contribute towards active LP engagements with Fund Managers to mitigate transactions risks.
• Drive proactive client engagement and asset management activities.

Leadership & Influence

• Engage regularly with senior management and internal stakeholders across FinDev Canada.
• Represent FinDev Canada at industry conferences and events.
• Mentor and coach junior investment professionals.

• CFA MBA MSc in Finance or related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant post-MBA investment experience working with Financial EB5.1Intermediaries preferably in developing markets.
• Demonstrated experience originating structuring negotiating and closing fund investment transactions.
• Strong understanding of investment risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
• Strong financial analytical and credit skills;
• Proven ability to independently manage client relationships and fund investment portfolios.
• Strong networking and business development capabilities.
• Excellent written verbal presentation organizational and time management skills.
• Fluent proficiency in English.

• Experience working with Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) or Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs).
• Deep understanding of economic and development challenges in emerging and developing markets.
• Regional experience in Latin America the Caribbean Indo-Pacific and/or Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Strong knowledge of sustainable development and impact investing principles.
• Proficiency in French and/or Spanish.

Ready to make a difference

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FinDev Canada is committed to Fair Employment Practices and preference will be given to a candidate who is able to work legally in Canada at the time of application (Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents). Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements. The position is open to those who meetall ofthe essential requirementsstatedabove and whose applications are received by the closing date.

Your application must clearlydemonstratehow you meet all the requirements. We thank all applicants interest in a career at FinDev Canada; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that qualified candidates may be considered for similar roles at this level within FinDev Canada.

FinDev Canada is dedicated to fostering employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that respects people from all cultures backgrounds and abilities. At FinDev Canada we nurture a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone has equal opportunity to grow develop succeed and be their truest selves.

We actively encourage applications from women Indigenous peoples visible minorities persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI community.

FinDev Canada recognizes thatdisclosingthe need for accommodations can be a personal matter. Please know that as an organization we are committed tomaintainconfidentiality and ensure that any accommodation provided is tailored to support your needs. Our aim is to ensure you have a comfortable and positive experience throughout the recruitment process so please do not hesitate to contact us directly for any accommodation requests at. We are here to support you every step of the way.

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