Business Development Advisor

Job Description
Overview of position
The Business Development Advisor will be responsible for providing technical support to local companies within value chains with the aim to develop a pipeline of investable businesses cases in the assigned countries with the support and supervision of the Regional Investment Officer.  The BD Advisor will report to the Regional Business Investment Officer and the SNV Country Director.
Key responsibilities:
1. Provide support in scoping and structuring new business cases in the assigned countries in the region.

Contributes to the identification and preparation of investment proposals, undertaking analysis and discussions with internal staff & clients as appropriate
Ensuring compliance of business cases with the fund’s assessment framework
Supporting planning and execution of due diligence visits
Participates in client visits when requested
Analyses financial data including ratios, projections, budgets, etc.
Supports legal contracting process supported by a legal advisor

2. Monitoring a portfolio of contracted grants in the assigned countries.

Prepares (credit)reviews incl. market and financial analysis
Provides inputs to the regional Business Investment Officer by responding to requests for information/support
Undertakes administrative tasks to ensure file completion (compliance and reporting)
Participates in client monitoring visits when needed

3. Providing analysis and support

Provide support on repeat transactions for existing clients
Assists team members in other aspects of the portfolio management process

Qualifications
Background

Msc in (Agri)economics, finance, business administration or engineering;
Minimum of 4 years working experience as investment inclusive business expert;
Working experience in an international environment and/or in emerging markets is a plus.

Personal skills

Strong analytical and risk assessment skills, including financial modelling skills;
Strong administration skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to build productive internal and external working relationships
Displays a strong service and client orientation;
Strong team player;
Good networking skills;
Pro-active work attitude and ‘can do’, solution-oriented attitude;
Strong skills in planning, administration, organising and prioritising;
Risk aware and able to escalate issues when necessary;
Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal;
Affinity with SNVs mission and with the Agriculture and Renewable Energy

Relevant Experience

Proven experience in providing business development and marketing support to companies
Proven experience in developing bankable business plans for starting and existing companies
Proven experience in Renewable Energy or Agriculture sector (highly preferable)

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