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EDC Investment Officer, Portfolio Management – FinDev Canada in Montreal, Canada
Investment Officer, Portfolio Management – FinDev Canada - 0005OX
Posting Date: Mar 27, 2026, 1:30:10 PM
Primary Location: Quebec-Montreal
Job Type: Permanent
Schedule: Full-time
Description
Are you ready to advance your career while impacting change in emerging markets?
We are looking for an Investment Officer !
Join FinDev Canada , Canada’s development financial institution! We work with and through the private sector to advance climate and nature action, gender equality, and market development in developing economies. Joining FinDev means being part of a growing, purpose‑driven organization where your expertise directly contributes to meaningful, measurable impact around the world.
Employment Type : Permanent
Location: FinDev Canada headquarters is in downtown Montreal. For the right candidate, Ottawa or Toronto will be considered, with the flexibility to work under a hybrid model (home/office), with a current requirement of three in-office days per week (subject to change).
Compensation Details
- Investments, Portfolio Mgmt 18: Salaries typically range from $96,557 - $144,835 annually, based on qualifications and experiences, plus a performance-based incentive.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Impactful Work: We are driven by our mandate to promote sustainable and inclusive growth in emerging markets and developing economies. Every role contributes to creating positive, lasting impact - for our clients, the markets we serve, and communities around the world.
Inspiring Colleagues: Join a diverse and talented team from around the world that brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and passion to everything we do. We believe strong results come from strong partnerships - working together, sharing perspectives, and building trust to achieve shared goals.
Our Core Values: Our culture is anchored in Collaboration, Agility, Impact, and Respect . We work together across diverse teams, embrace change and innovation, and stay focused on creating meaningful, sustainable impact - while treating one another with integrity, empathy, and respect.
Perks and Benefits: Our Total Rewards offering goes beyond a paycheck. We provide a comprehensive package designed to meet the diverse needs and life stages of our employees.
Team Overview
Our Portfolio Management team is an integral part of the Investments Department, who as a whole is responsible for originating, structuring, documentation, credit approval process, closing and managing tailored financial solutions to private sector companies contributing to the sustainable development of developing countries.
The Portfolio Management team’s core task consists of the supervision of FinDev Canada’s portfolio of transactions from post-closing to final repayment, in close coordination with other relevant business units.
The Investment Officer will develop and maintain excellent client and partner relationships, monitor risks, and manage them according to FinDev Canada’s internal processes. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute their previous experience to the growth and development of the relatively new unit playing a key role in the evolution and continuous improvement of FinDev Canada’s practices and processes.
What You Will Be Doing
Actively manage a portfolio of transactions, effectively monitoring risks, and working closely with internal subject matter experts, such as legal, risk, impact, and business integrity, to maintain a wholistic view of each investment while effectively managing the client relationship.
Apply judgement and interpretation in the internal approval process and draft legal documentation for waivers, consents, amendments, and notices in order to protect the interests of FinDev Canada and mitigate against and possibly eliminate potential events of default.
Track FinDev Canada’s counterparties covenants (financial, reporting, ESG) to ensure they are complied with and take appropriate action in case of any breaches.
Perform annual reviews, credit rating updates, and periodic valuations of each investment in the portfolio.
Review draft and existing loan, equity, fund and project finance documentation to ensure workability and the accuracy of all financial details and compliance with FinDev Canada’s policies and procedures.
Assist in the development and review of existing portfolio management processes to help ensure alignment of FinDev Canada with industry best practices in Portfolio Management activities.
Communicate effectively with management and other internal stakeholders (incl. Risk Management, Impact, Legal, and other committees) throughout the portfolio management process.
Develop a network in the DFI space and keep abreast of global trends and country-specific developments that could impact FinDev Canada’s portfolio.
Coach & mentor more junior employees in the technical aspects of transaction analysis, deal management and credit process.
What We Are Looking For
Completed CFA, MBA, or MSc in Finance.
Minimum of 7 years relevant post-MBA Investment experience working with private sector companies in the financial institutions, agribusiness, or infrastructure sectors in developing markets.
Sound networking and relationship management skills.
Excellent problem solving, communication and presentation skills.
Excellent organizational, administrative and time management skills
Sharing the values and behaviours that guide FinDev Canada.
Willingness to travel.
What Will Make You Stand Out
Experience within a DFI or an MDB.
Experience working with emerging markets.
Experience collaborating internationally, across multiple time zones, markets and cultures.
Highly effective verbal and written communication skills including experience in coordinating multiple stakeholders within varying spheres of influence.
Bilingual in both official languages (English and French).
Working proficiency in Spanish.
Ready to make a difference?
Learn more about us here: https://www.findevcanada.ca
Eligibility:
FinDev Canada is committed to Fair Employment Practices and preference will be given to a candidate who is able to work legally in Canada at the time of application (Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents). Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements. The position is open to those who meet all of the essential requirements stated above and whose applications are received by the closing date.
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the requirements. We thank all applicants' interest in a career at FinDev Canada; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that qualified candidates may be considered for similar roles at this level within FinDev Canada.
FinDev Canada’s Commitment to Employment Equity
FinDev Canada is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that respects people from all cultures, backgrounds and with a range of ability, and nurturing a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone has equal opportunity to grow, develop, succeed and be their truest selves in an inclusive environment.
We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQI community.
FinDev Canada recognizes that disclosing the need for accommodations can be a personal matter. Please know that as an organization, we are committed to maintain confidentiality and ensure that any accommodation provided is tailored to support your needs. Our aim is to ensure you have a comfortable and positive experience throughout the recruitment process, so please do not hesitate to contact us directly for any accommodation requests at accessible@findevcanada.ca . We are here to support you every step of the way.
How to apply
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. : Application deadline : Apr 10, 2026, 10:59:00 PM EDC is committed to employment equity and actively encourages applications from women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and visible minorities. If selected for an interview, please advise us if you require special accommodation. Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements. :
Req ID: 0005OX