Overview

The Commonwealth Secretariat is offering an exceptional career opportunity for experienced professionals in finance, trade, and investment as an Investments Facilitation Officer. This role contributes to global economic development by helping countries unlock large-scale investments and drive sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

Identify priority sectors aligned with national and Secretariat strategies.
Develop a pipeline of large-scale, investment-ready projects.
Conduct feasibility and viability assessments.
Design capital structures (equity, debt, concessional finance).
Lead financial modelling and investment case development.
Prepare investment memoranda and pitch materials.
Collaborate with development finance institutions and private investors.
Facilitate investor roundtables and partnerships.
Support negotiations toward financial close.
Advise governments on improving investment readiness.
Deliver workshops and technical training.
Develop toolkits and policy guidance.
Track project milestones and outcomes.
Contribute to reporting, strategy, and programme design.

Requirements

A Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Trade, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least 7 years of relevant experience in project finance, development finance, trade and investment, and multilateral institutions.
Strong expertise in financial modelling and project structuring.
Experience working with governments and private sector stakeholders.
Bonus Advantage: Experience in regional connectivity initiatives or infrastructure-related sectors.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on high-impact global projects.
Exposure to international finance and policy-making.
Collaboration with governments, investors, and global institutions.
Ability to shape sustainable economic growth across diverse countries.

Location

Global

How to Apply

Applicants must submit a CV and a Cover Letter clearly addressing the key criteria with relevant examples. Ensure your application demonstrates impact-driven work, technical expertise, and experience in international or multi-country environments.