Duties and responsibilities
Investment analysis and financial modelling.
With guidance from supervisor, build financial and project models to analyse investment requirements and investments returns from new business proposals under consideration.
Support the financial analysis and forecasting of growth projections for existing enterprises.
Through quantitative and qualitative impact data and financial analysis, identify the strengths and opportunities to improve overall performance of the companies.
Perform extensive analytics on historical performance and develop forecasts on the short and long-term performance of the portfolio companies.
Provide analytical data and input in the development of country strategies and investment plans.
Due diligence support and input into enterprise business plans.
Contribute to the drafting of business plans, investment analysis documents and other material for review.
Support the development of enterprise specific business plans prior to launch of the company operations and as required for company growth and expansion.
Assist in the management of data, trends, insights and metrics for the business portfolio across the region.
Carry out site visits to potential and existing business.
Maintain a rolling database of potential business ventures for screening and analysis.
Financial and impact forecasting and reporting.
Support all aspects of investment portfolio management, monitoring the social and financial performance of existing investments, reviewing management information and compliance with organization policy.
Undertake social performance assessments of existing and prospective enterprises in the portfolio.
Support the financial and social impact metrics reporting, for the portfolio.
Research
Support in-depth and extensive market research and analysis for target countries and sectors of interest to Pharo Foundation.
As needed, provide market research and analysis for existing businesses as they roll out growth strategies.
Undertake targeted research and marketing efforts in order to support the development of a pipeline of new social investment business opportunities.
Qualifications and requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, Law, Business Management or related fields is mandatory.
At least 4 years’ experience in the private sector, working in investment analysis, accounting, corporate finance or project finance, with exposure to multiple sectors and countries in the larger east Africa region.
Full finance professional qualification (CIMA, ACA, ACCA, CPA, CFA or equivalent).
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, INDEX&MATCH, SUMIFS, PivotTables are daily bread formulas to you).
Demonstrable experience in financial modelling and conducting complex financial analysis.
Experience supporting the development and roll out of business plans is preferred.
Solid ability and experience to conduct research and due diligence is required.
Extensive experience with budget development, financial forecasting and analysis of impact metrics is required.
Preferred candidate will be highly analytical, organised and a pragmatic professional who pays attention to details.
Enthusiasm and commitment to working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Willingness to travel and visit business locations across the region.
Ability to organise, prioritise, and manage tasks and projects to complete work efficiently.
Substantial experience in successfully delivering results in multi-country and multi-culture organisations, preferably in an international development and impact investing setting.
Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills across a range of audiences in a culturally and linguistically diverse environment where English is the working language.
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