Investment Specialist
Quick answer
UNCDF is hiring an Investment Specialist based in Palestine to design and manage recovery-focused financing instruments and provide technical advisory support within the regional investment team.
- Role
- Investment Specialist
- Organization
- UNCDF
- Location
- Palestine
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Finance & Administration
The role
The UN Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) is seeking an Investment Specialist to design and manage recovery-focused financing instruments under the FRRP, primarily supporting operations in Palestine. This role involves conducting financial assessments, negotiating risk-sharing agreements with financial institutions, and monitoring portfolio performance to drive sustainable development. The specialist will also provide technical advisory services, perform market analysis, and coordinate with stakeholders to mobilize capital and enhance investment readiness in the region.
What you'll do
- Design and operationalize recovery and resilience financing instruments.
- Conduct financial and institutional assessments of partner banks and MFIs.
- Negotiate participation agreements and risk-sharing parameters.
- Monitor utilization, financial performance, and risk of supported instruments.
- Provide technical advisory support on recovery-oriented lending approaches.
What it takes
- Master's degree in Finance, Economics, or Business Administration (or Bachelor's with 2 additional years of experience).
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in development finance, investment, or banking.
- Demonstrated experience with credit guarantees and blended finance.
- Full fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken) is required.
- Experience in fragile or conflict-affected contexts is strongly desirable.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this a remote position?
The role is based in Palestine and requires on-site engagement with local financial institutions and regional stakeholders.
What is the compensation for this role?
The job description does not explicitly specify the compensation for this position.
What are the core educational requirements?
Candidates must hold an advanced university degree (Master's) in a relevant field or a Bachelor's degree supplemented by at least seven years of relevant experience.
How do I apply for this position?
Interested candidates should apply through the official UNCDF/UNDP portal, ensuring they verify their eligibility according to the indicated hiring tier.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNCDF's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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