Investment Officer

Investment Officer Use your investment skills to support businesses that create positive economic and social change. Apply About the job As an Investment Officer you are responsible for pursuing & delivering Oikocredit’s mission as a reality on the ground. Its operations reflect Oikocredit’s vision and mission ambitions. You will do so by building a portfolio of investments which is geared towards specific social impacts contributing towards the social impact goals and financial targets in Oikocredit’s overall strategy. As an Investment Officer you act as a relationship manager, translating market developments and client needs into opportunities to create impactful business. Although specialized in a specific sector, you will be able to speak about the Oikocredit strategy and sectors and on the products and services that we offer. You will work with internal or external experts where required in the best interest of our partners and Oikocredit. Main responsibilities Portfolio Management You will build, maintain and monitor a portfolio of impactful investments in one or more countries in the region and have a specialization in financial inclusion and agriculture. You will focus on commercial activities, are knowledgeable on SPM, ESG and on more complex investments. You work closely together with specialists at regional level (for example ESG and Capacity Building, Equity Officers), specialists in OI (agriculture, climate and financial inclusion) and Investment Risk Officers. The overall objective is to build a well-performing, impactful portfolio in line with the regional strategy. The Investment Officer is responsible for the country’s portfolio performance, that balances impact, risk and return. Social Impact and Capacity Building You identify the needs and opportunities in your geographies and deliver specific social benefits or outcomes primarily to Oikocredit’s target group of low-income households and communities. You are also well positioned to identify needs and opportunities for Capacity Building and is responsible for creating CB proposals in collaboration with CB specialists/ coordinator. Market Development and Representation You are responsible for understanding local market development and acting upon them; maintaining the local networks; representing Oikocredit at conferences and events; identifying potential new partners; conducting due diligence; preparing proposals; and presenting these to the RCC or CC. Deal Execution and Monitoring Supporting the closing of deals and disbursement; deal monitoring and reporting; monitoring Environmental and Social Action Plan (ESAP); monitoring and supporting capacity building projects; and collaborates with the End Client Survey team when appropriate, being an extension of teams such as Compliance or the Special Collections Unit. Risk and Compliance Responsible and accountable for KYC, due diligence and deal quality including impact and risk assessment. Education, skills and experience Advanced university degree in the field of finance and banking, business, economics or agricultural economics or economic development. Minimum 4 years of relevant work experience in banking, market analysis and/ or economic development. Advance knowledge of inclusive finance or agriculture finance. Strong analytical skills. Fluency in English and Spanish. Extensive user skills of Microsoft Excel and computer literacy in general. Competencies Analytical Thinking, Negotiation Skills, Cultural Awareness, Compliance & Risk Awareness, Adaptability, Collaboration. Benefits Impactful Work; Contribute to meaningful social and environmental change. Professional Growth; you will have access to training and learning opportunities. Work-life balance: you will benefit from a flexible work environment where you can work from home approximately 50% of the time. Collaborative Environment: Work with passionate professionals dedicated to impact investing and sustainability. Additional remarks Willingness to travel within country/internationally up to 15-20% of the time. The role can be based in Nicaragua, Guatemala or Costa Rica. How to apply Please send your cover letter and resume in English via the apply button. Oikocredit is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that embraces individuals from various backgrounds. Department Impact Investment Locations Ciudad de Guatemala, Guatemala, San Jose, Costa Rica, Nicaragua Remote status Hybrid About Oikocredit International Oikocredit is a social impact investor and worldwide cooperative with almost five decades of experience in leading positive change through investments in financial inclusion, agriculture and renewable energy. To achieve a greater social impact, Oikocredit’s new strategy has a clear community-focused approach. Whether it’s working with our partners to meet the needs of low-income people or bringing together our members and investors, a community-focused approach will benefit all areas of our work. Oikocredit is guided by the principle of empowering low-income people to improve their quality of life, Oikocredit supports partner organisations in Africa, Asia and Latin America with loans, equity investments and capacity building. Oikocredit is financed by individuals and institutions who want to be part of a global movement for social change. Our investments prioritise social impact while safeguarding the environment and generating fair financial returns. We’re a global organisation with local presence, able to respond to our partners’ needs and strengthen them by offering more than financing. Oikocredit has more than 300 members of staff in around 20 countries with over 30 nationalities.