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Investment Officer

UNCDFKinshasa,DRC
Category | Grade:Volunteer | UNVDeadline:21 Aug 2026 (11 days left)Job ID:1784888021267711Posted on:10 Apr 2026 (122 days ago)
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Job Description

Supports UNCDF to originate, assess, structure and monitor blended-finance investments for sustainable energy value chains in the DRC. The UN Volunteer assignment develops investment pipelines, works with financial institutions and helps align transaction support with development impact.

Key Details

Position details

Experience level

Mid / Senior

Minimum experience

7 years

Category

Volunteer

Employment type

Volunteer

Arrangement

Onsite

Education

Bachelor degree

Language Requirements

Required

French

Desired

English

Summary of Responsibilities

  • Identify and screen investment opportunities, counterparties and proposals
  • Support due diligence of investees and financial institutions
  • Design and manage calls for proposals and evaluate submissions
  • Support blended-finance structuring, transaction documentation and investment notes
  • Monitor portfolio performance, field verification and impact reporting
  • Coordinate investment activities with UNCDF teams and partners

Role Requirements

  • Advanced degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration or a related field with at least 7 years of relevant professional experience
  • Bachelor degree in a relevant field with an additional 10 years of relevant professional experience
  • Experience in development finance, energy finance or emerging-market investments
  • Experience supporting grants, debt or guarantee instruments
  • Experience engaging with financial institutions and MSMEs

Desired Criteria

  • Familiarity with UNCDF, UNDP or other UN-system processes
  • Knowledge of the DRC financial and regulatory context
  • CFA, ACCA or CPA certification

Skills to Have

Additional info

  • Volunteer assignment via UNV

Source & verification

IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from UNCDF Careers, on 10 Apr 2026.