🇳🇬 Work Abroad Job Vacancies @ OPEC Fund for International Development – 4 Positions

The-OPEC Fund for International Development is a multilateral development finance institution established in 1976. Our 12 Member Countries are:  Algeria, Ecuador, Gabon, Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Libya, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Country Manager (Latin America & the Caribbean Region)
2.) Head of Outreach & Multimedia
3.) Executive Assistant
4.) Director, Policy & Market and Operational Risks

Job Title: Country Manager (Latin America & the Caribbean Region)

Location: Austria

Job Profile

• In co-operation with the Regional Director, the Country Manager leads and oversees the identification, development, appraisal, approval and implementation of Public Sector projects.
• The position contributes to the development of policies and strategies in the portfolio-countries and supports the achievements of the regional and departmental objectives and targets.
• The Country Manager is responsible for identifying and recommending options and solutions for the optimum deployment of financing resources in the portfolio-countries, including the development, implementation and monitoring of country operational strategies and business plans.
• Working together with the Regional Director, the Country Manager also leads and oversees relations with the portfolio countries and other relevant partners.

Policy Development and Implementation:

• Conducts regular assessments for assigned portfolio countries, to support the development of short-medium term strategies (3 year objectives) in coordination with the regional director, partners and other donors.
• Coordinates the preparation of country operation strategies, country business plans, to support the achievement of the regional business plan.
• Coordinates the implementation of the annual work plan for the assigned portfolio, in co-operation with the Regional Director, ensuring alignment with the regional and departmental objectives, targets and KPIs.
• Coordinates work with the regional director, as well as other departments on project, strategy and policy related matters.

Project Cycle (Project development and processing):

• In tandem with the Regional Director the Country Manager:
  • Contributes to the identification of a pipeline of projects and identifies opportunities through partner outreach and project screening.
  • Supports the sourcing of new projects, and co-financing opportunities, by leveraging professional networks and relationships.
  • Evaluates financing opportunities, and provides support on the initial risk and financial assessments of the projects.
  • Participates in project appraisal, including technical, economic, and ESG analysis, as well as project administration design
  • Coordinates and supports the full project life cycle including project identification, preparation, concept and terms clearance, due diligence and appraisal, including interface with technical and loan committee, as well as management and the Governing Board.
  • Ensures that legal documentation is successfully concluded (loan signed and declared effective) in a timely manner through negotiations with Government and partners with the support of the legal counsel.
• Supports project implementation, ensuring compliance with covenants, achievement of contract awards, and planned disbursements in order to achieve the envisaged project outcomes.
• Contributes to the implementation of projects, in coordination with project management teams and executing agencies, developing practical and innovative solutions to facilitate implementation, resolve implementation problems, as well as incorporates lessons learnt into the project implementation framework.
• Facilitates the procurement and disbursement processes for the project, insuring achievement of contract award, as well as successful disbursement.
• Manages day to day project administration, including  providing support to the team responsible for disbursements and loan servicing (repayments), and coordinating with Loan Management and Risk Management

Capacity Building, Knowledge Sharing and Supervision:

• Recommends and supports the implementation of individual annual work program and budget (AWPB) for the assigned countries, including proposed missions and trainings.
• Contributes to institution building, and builds and shares knowledge through participation in task force groups and other meetings.
• Participates and contributes to relevant learning activities for advocacy, and knowledge building.
• Enters, updates and validates data/ information related to the assigned countries into the Management Information System (MIS/ SAP/ EDMS)
• Coaches and supervises newly appointed analysts, and interns.
• Performs ad hoc tasks assigned by Regional Director.

Partners and Relationships Management:

• In cooperation with the Regional Director, maintains active relationships, and creates new partnerships with governments, executing agencies, partner institutions with the aim of expanding strategic partnerships in the portfolio countries.
• Maintains and fosters relationships with governments’ authorities, and DFIs to maximize potential for co-financing and catalyzing resources from partners.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in Economics/ Finance / Engineering or other relevant fields.
• A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience.
• Preferably, 2-3 years of experience in an international development finance institution.

Competencies:

• Good knowledge of procurement procedures and processes.
• Demonstrable project management knowledge and skills.
• Good understanding of developmental project appraisal skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrable experience in socio-economic evaluation and impact analyses.
• Fluent in English and a good working knowledge of Spanish is required.
• Demonstrable ability to work in an international multi-cultural environment, with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Head of Outreach & Multimedia

Location: Austria

Job Profile

• The Head of Outreach & Multimedia leads the development and implementation of stakeholder outreach and engagement strategies, drives the creation and optimization of press and multimedia planning, and manages the delivery of high-profile campaigns and events, to strengthen internal and external cooperation and maximize visibility in accordance with the OPEC Fund communication strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities
Policy Development and Implementation:

• Leads the development and implementation of outreach and engagement strategies with a particular focus on raising awareness in member and partner countries, delivering high-quality media coverage and ensuring internal buy-in.
• Leads the development and implementation of communication policies, including for safeguarding multimedia assets, managing internal and external websites and complying with data privacy policies.
• Develops and implements an annual workplan and budget with clear, measurable targets.

Content Creation:

• Leads the preparation and delivery of tactical communications content (including corporate presentations and videos, press kits, investor communications, stakeholder testimonials and internal messaging)
• Oversees the creation and distribution of press releases, multimedia and social media programming for internal and external channels.
• Translates complex projects/policies/statements into content that matches the needs and awareness levels of target audiences.

Stakeholder Management and Engagement:

• Builds and cultivates an extensive network of professional contacts and subject matter experts in member & partner countries, partner organizations and press.
• Develops and implements annual content and event calendars to coordinate internal and external communications.
• Develops and delivers annual plans for internal engagement, media coverage, organizational outreach, executive advocacy and speaking engagements.
• Ensures communication support (including media training) is available to other departments.
• Advises on crisis communications, working closely with the Communication Director/Senior Management and relevant staff to develop talking points.

Leadership and Direction:

• Leads a specialized outreach and multimedia team to deliver compelling, consistent and credible messaging in compliance with brand guidelines and information policies.
• Supervises and mentors staff to ensure individual work as well as learning and development plans are established and met.
• Drives digital innovation and advancements in communication practices and processes.

Reporting:

• Establishes an effective data collection and analysis system to measure audience & press engagement, track partnership leads, evaluate performance, and optimize promotional efforts.
• Manages on-and-offline communication channels, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with organizational policies.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Media, Social Sciences, Journalism, International Development or related studies.
• A minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience. Preferably, 5 years of experience within an international organization in a multi-cultural environment.
• Fluent in English. Fluency in Arabic is a plus.

Competencies:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Media & digital communication expertise;
• Extensive networking / CRM experience;
• Robust project management and problem-solving skills;
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results on deadline;
• In-depth familiarity with global development landscape;
• Cross-cultural management experience, sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Executive Assistant

Location: Austria

Job Profile

• The Executive Assistant is responsible for providing secretarial/clerical services to the Office of the Director-General, performs auxiliary administrative duties relevant to the supervisor's responsibilities and coordinates overall Office activities, within overall policies or instructions.

Duties and Responsibilities
Correspondence:

• Receives, logs, reviews and distributes all incoming mail.
• Provides background information and files concerning correspondence and ensures that urgent/important items are drawn to the (Office of the) Director-General’s attention.
• Drafts correspondence in one or more languages, upon own initiative or on-the-job instructions received, for the signature of the Director-General.
• Checks outgoing mail for accuracy, conformity with overall policies or instructions, and use of the correct communication channels.

Business Meetings / Events Arrangement:

• Receives officials and other visitors to the Office of the Director-General and arranges meetings, notifies participants of place, date, time, and subject.
• Makes arrangements for duty travel, prepares travel authorizations, ensures that visas, vaccination certificates, etc., are in order and completes the required forms.
• Takes minutes of the meeting and prepares draft records for the Director-General’s approval.
• Manages the (Office of the) Director-General calendar and assists and advises the Office on a variety of administrative and logistical matters.

Coordination:

• Assists the (Office of the) Director-General with the coordination of submissions in relation to budget and work programs.
• Adheres to deadlines and coordinates correspondence, reporting and submissions to Ministerial Council, Governing Board and committees chaired by the (Office of the) Director-General.
• Ensures that the (Office of the) Director-General has all the relevant files needed for the Ministerial Council and Governing Board Meetings, as well as other high-level meetings, when necessary.
• Coordinates overall department activities with other assistants within other departments.
• Coordinates logistical arrangements of workshops and trainings.

Document Management:

• Designs and maintains accurate and effective physical and electronic filing system.
• Performs other duties as required by the (Office of the) Director-General.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.
• A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in a relevant field.
• Preferably at least three years at a responsible level in a large organization, preferably international in nature.
• Fluent in English and good German proficiency. French, Arabic, or Spanish is an added advantage.

Competencies:

• Extensive knowledge in the usage of office technologies, such as Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), intra/internet as well as on-line database management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and guidance.
• Good interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Director, Policy & Market and Operational Risks

Location: Austria

Job Profile

• The Director, Policy & Market and Operational Risks (PMOR) will lead the planning, implementation, and supervision of PMOR work program in line with OPEC Fund’s strategies, policies, and business plan.
• PMOR key responsibilities include risk policy and methodology development as part of OPEC Fund’s comprehensive risk management framework, market and operational risk management, risk reporting, expected credit loss assessment, risk related IT system development and implementation, and work activities related to OPEC Fund’s credit ratings.

Duties and Responsibilities
Policy development and implementation:

• Oversees development, implementation, and maintenance of risk policies, processes, methodologies, and IT systems for managing all major risks in OPEC Fund’s operations.

Market and operational risk management and analysis:

• Leads and oversees assessment, mitigation, monitoring, and reporting of major risks in treasury operations (market, credit, counterparty, ALM, and liquidity risks) and operational risks across all units at OPEC Fund.
• Leads and oversees development and implementation of risk analytics for managing market and credit/counterparty risks in treasury operations.
• Oversees performance measurement of the liquidity portfolios against set objectives, policies, and benchmarks.
• Oversees development and implementation of valuation models for treasury liquid assets, borrowings, and related hedging transactions.
• Leads and oversees development and implementation of workshops on assessment and mitigation of operational risks, including business continuity plan.
• Oversees development and implementation of IT systems for market and operational risk management.
• Oversees administration of Risk Management and Asset and Liability Committees.
• Oversees review of OPEC Fund’s asset allocation strategy taking into account liquid asset investment objectives, risk appetite, and risk/return profile of different asset classes.
• Oversees assessment of quarterly and year-end expected credit losses in line with approved provisioning policy and guidelines.
• Oversees preparation of materials for use in annual reviews of OPEC Fund’s credit ratings as well as responses to queries or information requests from rating agencies.
• Oversees development and preparation of annual and quarterly risk management reports.

Stakeholder management and engagement:

• Works closely with other departments within the bank to promote risk culture and improve risk compliance.
• Develops and maintains relationships with key external stakeholders, including treasury counterparties, external fund managers, development financial institutions, and rating agencies.
• Carries out other tasks assigned by the Chief Risk Officer.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Accounting / Finance / Economics or equivalent professional qualification.
• A minimum of 15 years of banking experience.
• Preferably, at least five (5) years of experience with global or regional banks, fund managers, or multilateral/bilateral development financial institutions with specific experience in market risk, fixed income portfolio management, operational risk, and policy development.
• Fluency in English.
• Good working knowledge of French, Arabic, German or Spanish is an added advantage.

Skills and Competencies:

• Demonstrable knowledge of risk management concepts and principles in the context of highly rated multilateral development financial institutions, covering capital adequacy, liquidity, credit risk, market risk, operational risk, asset and liability management, and provisioning.
• Good understanding of lending and investment practices, banking products, and rating agency methodology.
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork and analytical skills, as well as high level of integrity and drive for achieving results.
• Well-versed in applying analytical and problem-solving skills to complex situations.
• Ability to work within a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online