Job description
The Senior Investment Manager will be part of the Transaction team and is co responsible for growing CFM across the region by sourcing, developing, negotiating and closing renewable energy opportunities. The role will be based in Nairobi, from where CFM will operate across Africa. Reporting directly to the Regional Head Africa, the Senior Investment Manager will play an important role in the origination, execution and management of CIO projects
Responsibilities
Business development with the objective to build a strong pipeline of potential investment opportunities
Financial analysis, development of financing structures
Risk identification and analysis
Presentation of investment proposals to the Investment Committee
Coordinate transaction process through origination, due diligence, documentation & negotiation and closing
Take board seats in portfolio companies
Coach Investment Managers through the investment process
Actively work with portfolio companies’ post-investment
Ensure that best financial and non-financial practices are implemented
Qualifications
Honours Financial degree or equivalent
8 – 12 years’ experience within Private Equity or Investment Banking (M&A, corporate finance or project finance), possibly with previous experience in a Big Four
Accountancy firm or the Renewable Energy sector
Strong financial modelling skills and attention to detail
Financial acumen – the capacity to demonstrate knowledge of and insight into financial principles and processes and identify inconsistencies in data
Ability to apply sound business judgment and an analytical, pragmatic and creative approach to problem solving
Ability to plan and prioritise effectively: strong project / process management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Technically proficient (Advanced) in Excel, Word, PowerPoint essential.
Personal Characteristics
Intrinsically motivated by the mission of CFM
Invests high levels of energy in work
Flexible & dynamic – self-motivated, results driven, ability to deal with change
Highly organised and structured, logical and lateral thinker.
Team player, with exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to influence and add value.
Excellent intellectual and conceptual abilities
Excellence orientation; concern for high-quality work
Follow-through; the motivation to ensure the highest standards of quality and productivity are consistently maintained
Fluency in English written and verbal is essential, French is a plus.
Willingness to travel
