Job Details
The Investment Analyst will work primarily on screening and evaluating investment-ready portfolio companies and support them through investment transactions and due diligence. You will also be involved in supporting portfolio management, portfolio performance tracking, and assisting the Investment Advisory team with investment research while contributing as needed to other tasks and internal assignments. The role will see the Investment Analyst work closely with Portfolio Officers, who are responsible for the design, structuring, onboarding and subsequent management of the AECFs investment projects.
The role requires a good understanding of the investment space in sub-Saharan Africa, a financial modeling guru and a business growth expert, all in one. The ideal candidate for this role should be self-driven, results-oriented and action-focused with an affinity for impact investing and be willing to excel in a highly entrepreneurial environment.
Key responsibilities:
Conduct extensive due diligence, reference calls, researching industry sectors, interviewing the founding teams, analyzing historical financials and checking financial models to assess investment readiness and support investment negotiations.
Provide technical investment advisory support to the portfolio team while undertaking due diligence and contracting of investees
Participating in investment negotiations, including financial valuation and return analyses discussions and making informed decisions.
Contribute to investment readiness content at investor forums for portfolio companies.
Contribute to the development and implementation of operational plans and analytical tools to drive service delivery efficiencies through continuous review of processes and systems towards building an efficient investment facilitation process.
Apply creative and critical thinking to identify and implement ways of increasing the efficiency of the AECF’s investment and portfolio management processes.
Conduct industry and market assessments and reviews for key investment trends and proactively inform the growth of the organization.
Stay abreast of key developments in the Finance Investment space and resource allocation innovations and interventions in sub–Saharan Africa, in order to inform technical support activities. This includes frequent interaction with stakeholders various levels relevant to this area as well as multilateral partners and performing market research, data mining, business intelligence, and valuation computations
Understanding macroeconomics and external factors affecting the business strategies adopted and markets serviced by AECFSupport engagement with new investors suitable for meeting our portfolio companies’ capital needs.
Periodically evaluate progress towards the completion of project deliverables to verify alignment with strategic directions and defined targets in liaison with the Knowledge and Insights team. Ensure excellence within-budget and on-time delivery of activity and financial results and reports.
Required experience, qualifications and skills:
Up to 4 years work experience in a financial institution, particularly in investment banking, venture capital, management consultancy; experience working in and with early and growth-stage companies in sub-Saharan Africa strongly preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Finance or Business from a recognized university.
Professional qualification in Finance ( CPA, ACCA) or related field is mandatory
Certified Financial analyst (C.F.A.) or other applicable certifications will be an added advantage
Strong analytical and conceptual skills able to detect trends early and use industry expertise to identify ways to captialise on these opportunities.
Attention to details and ability to make sound decisions.
Computer savvy and having the ability to develop complex financial models and analyse them. Familiarity with data query/data management tools is extremely helpful (Access, SQL, Business Objects)
Keen interest in development finance and multicultural environments.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
Fluency in English required proficiency in additional languages – French is preferred.
Self motivating and confident individual
The AECF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The AECF considers all applicants based on merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
go to method of application »
