Country Officer, Singapore & Brunei
| Job #: | req36747 |
| Organization: | IFC |
| Sector: | Investment |
| Grade: | GF |
| Term Duration: | 3 years 0 months |
| Recruitment Type: | Local Recruitment |
| Location: | Singapore,Singapore |
| Required Language(s): | English |
| Preferred Language(s): | |
| Closing Date: | 6/3/2026 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC |
Description
Build a career with impact. Working at the World Bank Group (WBG) provides a unique opportunity to help countries solve their greatest development challenges. As one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, the WBG is a unique partnership of five global institutions dedicated to ending poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, the WBG works with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges.
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2025, IFC committed a record $71.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging private sector solutions, and mobilizing private capital to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. For more information, visit: https://www.ifc.org
IFC is seeking a Country Officer, based in Singapore to support and help coordinate IFC’s activities across Singapore and Brunei. The role has a strong focus on (i) business development and market mapping, (ii) government engagement and relationship management, (iii) event coordination and strategic engagement, (iv) planning and execution of senior management missions and visits, and (v) front-office administrative and operational support. The Country Officer will work closely with the IFC Country Manager, country team, industry colleagues, communications, and other World Bank Group (WBG) counterparts, and will interact regularly with private sector partners, government counterparts, and other stakeholders.
Duties and Accountabilities
• Business development and market mapping: Contribute to implementation of IFC’s country strategy and work program, including cross-sector business mapping, pipeline tracking and follow-up; conduct research on priority companies and sectors (profiles, basic financial analysis, relevant integrity/IDD inputs as applicable) to identify potential investment and advisory opportunities and South-South/outbound investment themes; support the country team’s engagement on relevant policy/regulatory developments and government-led initiatives affecting private sector investment; monitor relevant economic, policy, and regulatory developments in Singapore and Brunei for the benefit of the country team.
• Government engagement and relationship management: Help maintain strong relationships with relevant government entities, development partners, and key platforms; support coordination of government outreach and dialogue (including meeting preparation, briefings, notes, and follow-up) in line with IFC/WBG priorities; support WBG thought leadership and knowledge sharing activities aligned with IFC’s strategy; coordinate responses to incoming stakeholder requests and ensure appropriate follow-through.
• Events coordination and strategic engagement: Support planning and delivery of IFC Singapore Hub thematic initiatives/flagship events and business development engagements (including activities in Brunei); manage end-to-end logistics (venues, vendors, partners), invitations/registration, run-of-show, and on-site execution; prepare event materials (draft agendas, speaker invitations, session outlines, panel questions, talking points) in coordination with industry and communications colleagues; liaise with sponsors, partners, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery within budget and deadlines
• Planning and execution of senior management missions and visits; reporting support: Support organization of IFC/WBG senior management visits and missions, including itinerary development, stakeholder mapping, scheduling of internal/external meetings, briefing books, logistics, meeting notes, draft talking points, and back-to-office reports (BTORs) as required; contribute to periodic country updates/briefs and other management reporting by consolidating inputs, maintaining trackers and drafting sections as needed.
• Front office administrative and operational support: Provide front-office support to ensure smooth day-to-day functioning of the country office/hub activities, including coordination across teams, tracking of deliverables, scheduling support, and other administrative tasks as needed; perform other duties/projects as assigned.
• Operational risk, compliance and information management: Support required operational processes and clearances in coordination with relevant teams (e.g., integrity/IDD coordination as applicable, vendor/partner due diligence steps for events and engagements, and internal approvals); maintain orderly records of key stakeholder engagements, mission materials and event documentation in line with WBG/IFC information management practices.
Selection Criteria
• Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Business, Public Policy, International Relations, Communications, or another relevant field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Solid experience of minimum 8-10 years supporting private sector development, advisory/investment-related work, and business development in a country office/front office setting, including market mapping, pipeline tracking, and follow-up.
• Experience supporting government engagement and relationship management, including preparation for meetings/dialogue, briefings, notes and follow-up; ability to coordinate effectively with WBG counterparts and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated strength in planning and executing high-quality events and multi-stakeholder engagements, including strong attention to detail, ability to manage teams and oversee logistics, timelines and budgets, and discretion when handling senior-level participants.
• Demonstrated experience supporting senior management missions/visits, including itinerary development, briefing preparation, meeting notes and follow-up.
• Demonstrated ability to provide front office administrative and operational support, including coordination of day-to-day office operations, scheduling, and managing multiple deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience contributing to management reporting (e.g., country updates/briefs, mission briefings and follow-up notes) by synthesizing inputs, maintaining trackers and drafting concise sections.
• Familiarity with corporate operational processes such as internal approvals/clearances, basic due diligence steps (as applicable), and disciplined information/records management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across organizational boundaries in a matrix environment; strong client service orientation and sound judgment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; additional languages are an advantage.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment, with high professionalism, initiative and integrity; experience in Singapore and/or familiarity with Brunei is an advantage.
WBG Culture Attributes:
1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact.
3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.
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.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.
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