Jobs Kenya

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  • Investment Manager PE, Access to Energy Africa

    Investment Manager PE, Access to Energy Africa

    Job description
    40 hours per week, duty station Nairobi, KenyaThe position has been opened to further strengthen our team to manage investments in Africa for a new fund vehicle focused on access to energy.As an Investment Manager you are responsible for the full investment cycle of equity and debt-based investments into companies active in the access to energy eco-system in Africa. The position requires frequent travel to countries within the region to present the mandate, for due diligence and for monitoring the investees. You will be based in Nairobi, Kenya. The position opens in Q1 2019.
    Job requirements
    This position requires a solid experience and track record of direct investments or M&A transactions in Africa. A solid background in the finance industry and managerial experience within operational companies of a combined minimum 8 years is required. Moreover, you have experience analyzing business plans and financial statements, developing deal structures and monitoring investments, ideally with exit experience. You have demonstrable communication skills and are able to disseminate knowledge and mediate between different views. Your negotiation skills are excellent and you are capable of representing the fund we manage. You feel comfortable working in a team spread across the globe, while independently developing new and managing existing markets.Specific desired competencies

    Solid experience and track record of direct investments in Africa region, with some investments in early stage companies as a prerequisite (VC or growth).
    Ideally investment experience with e-commerce, tech-enabled (e.g. digital) service and product companies or energy enterprises.
    You ideally have an extensive regional network among financial advisors and other people/institutions relevant to the fulfillment of your position.
    Management experience in operational businesses considered a plus.
    You are fluent in English (both speaking and writing).
    Knowledge of French, Portuguese or local languages is considered a plus.
    Existing working permit considered a plus.
    Local candidates are encouraged to apply.

    Personal skill requirements

    strong analytical skills
    good negotiator
    result-oriented
    team player

    Triple Jump offers you:
    The opportunity to work within a growing, entrepreneurial organization in the impact investing sector.Competitive salary for the impact investing sector, including pension and health allowances and a variable incentive arrangement.A dynamic, multi-cultural and collegial working environment.

  • Investment Officer Africa & Middle East

    Investment Officer Africa & Middle East

    Expectations
    As an Investment Officer you are responsible for the identification, appraisal, processing and supervision of loans to financial institutions in Africa. You ideally have an extensive regional network of partners and other people/institutions relevant to the fulfilment of your position. The position requires frequent travel to countries within the region. You will be based in Nairobi, Kenya. The position is initially for 1 year. If successful, the candidate will be offered a contract beyond the initial 1 year.
    Job requirements
    This position requires a strong finance background, acquired through studies in a relevant field and at least three years of relevant work experience at a fund manager, MFI or other financial institution. You have experience with analysing financial statements and dealing with legal and organisational issues as part of the due diligence process. You have demonstrable communication skills and are able to disseminate knowledge and mediate between different views. Your negotiation skills are excellent and, above all, you are capable of representing the funds we manage. You feel comfortable working in a team while independently developing new and managing existing markets. You are fluent in English and French (both speaking and writing) and ideally have work experience in developing countries.
    Competences
    strong analytical skills
    good negotiator
    result-oriented
    team player
    excellent communication/writing skills in English and French. Knowledge of Portuguese, Arabic or other regional languages is considered a plus.
    Triple Jump offers you
    A competitive salary plus benefits such as a variable part up to a maximum of 20% of your salary. The package includes 23 days of annual leave, plus 9 National Holidays.
    A pension plan allowance
    Health Insurance allowance
    Opportunity to be part of a growing, ambitious organisation

  • Investment Manager PE, Access to Energy Africa

    Investment Manager PE, Access to Energy Africa

    Job description
    40 hours per week, duty station Nairobi, KenyaThe position has been opened to further strengthen our team to manage investments in Africa for a new fund vehicle focused on access to energy.As an Investment Manager you are responsible for the full investment cycle of equity and debt-based investments into companies active in the access to energy eco-system in Africa. The position requires frequent travel to countries within the region to present the mandate, for due diligence and for monitoring the investees. You will be based in Nairobi, Kenya. The position opens in Q1 2019.
    Job requirements
    This position requires a solid experience and track record of direct investments or M&A transactions in Africa. A solid background in the finance industry and managerial experience within operational companies of a combined minimum 8 years is required. Moreover, you have experience analyzing business plans and financial statements, developing deal structures and monitoring investments, ideally with exit experience. You have demonstrable communication skills and are able to disseminate knowledge and mediate between different views. Your negotiation skills are excellent and you are capable of representing the fund we manage. You feel comfortable working in a team spread across the globe, while independently developing new and managing existing markets.Specific desired competencies

    Solid experience and track record of direct investments in Africa region, with some investments in early stage companies as a prerequisite (VC or growth).
    Ideally investment experience with e-commerce, tech-enabled (e.g. digital) service and product companies or energy enterprises.
    You ideally have an extensive regional network among financial advisors and other people/institutions relevant to the fulfillment of your position.
    Management experience in operational businesses considered a plus.
    You are fluent in English (both speaking and writing).
    Knowledge of French, Portuguese or local languages is considered a plus.
    Existing working permit considered a plus.
    Local candidates are encouraged to apply.

    Personal skill requirements

    strong analytical skills
    good negotiator
    result-oriented
    team player

    Triple Jump offers you:
    The opportunity to work within a growing, entrepreneurial organization in the impact investing sector.Competitive salary for the impact investing sector, including pension and health allowances and a variable incentive arrangement.A dynamic, multi-cultural and collegial working environment.