Senior Finance Investment Officer

Finance Investment Officer Job Main Responsibilities
 
Manage a portfolio of investees and develop new business opportunities in Sub-Saharan Africa; Perform analyses and assess risk of existing and potential clients, including due diligence, credit and country risk; Mentor and support the local team of investment officers and develop processes and tools;
 
Knowledge and Experience Required for the Finance Investment Officer Job
 
Relevant leadership and management experience. Experience in managing a small team or a regional office is a plus;
At least 10 years of relevant working experience in banking, microfinance, insurance or economic development sectors; from which at least 5 years should be specifically in Sub-Saharan Africa;
Experience in performing financial due diligences and/or risk assessments;
Experience with assessing and negotiating debt is highly desirable. Familiarity with equity deals is a plus.
Excellent communication and presentation skills both in English and French;
Degree, preferably advanced, in finance, business administration, economics, or related field;
 
Personal Profile
 
Flexible, self-starter with good work ethics and positive energy;
Demonstrated team player with the ability to work in a multi-national and multi-cultural environment;
High degree of responsibility and accountability;
Willingness to live and work in Africa and ability to frequently undertake work related travel.