- Master’s degree or PhD in relevant field, including business, finance, economics, or an area of expertise specific to a sector or industry.
- Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in positions of increasing complexity and responsibility in an international context, with demonstrated track record in country program management, business consulting, investment banking, or operational experience in a sector relevant to the country.
- Excellent understanding of the role, dynamics and interdependencies of the public and private sectors in achieving development goals at the country level.
- Portfolio management experience and proven competency in implementation support.
- Strong political, diplomatic, and partnership skills; ability to develop and sustain close and effective senior-level working relationships with the government, private sector clients, and partners.
- Analytical, financial, credit, integrity assessment, and business skills to identify project and program viability, assess sustainable development impact, and identify portfolio risks, and determine how to approach complex risk-reward trade-offs.
- Broad and strategic perspective and ability to translate strategy and resources into business opportunities.
- Proven track record in offering integrated solutions to clients in challenging contexts.
- Ability to influence and mobilize support across institutional boundaries.
- Excellent people management skills and ability to coach and guide staff to solve problems in a decentralized matrix environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to speak persuasively and present ideas clearly and concisely.
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