Senior Investments Associate

Financial and Impact Analysis

Analyzing company accounts, financial projections and impact potential and position these in the investment memorandum for investment consideration.

Provide updates on financial markets, country and sector activities to help position potential investees' viability and potential in local and global markets.

Creating financial models that enhance return on investment of projects/businesses and financial planning.

Preparation of financial documents for presentation to the internal investment review committee as well as the investment committee.

Deal Structuring, Negotiations and Execution

Sourcing and origination of investments and carrying out the initial investment appraisal of potential AECF portfolio companies towards a healthy portfolio.

Develop a strong pipeline of good quality investment opportunities for investment products.

Conduct detailed due diligence on prospective investee companies and develop the requisite investment memorandum for investment decisions.

Structure complex investments (comprising both debt and equity) according to understanding and assessment of client and country risks. Negotiate terms with clients, internal and external stakeholders, and partners. Prepare client/partner presentations and support their decision-making at key transaction stages.

Lead transaction team through the investment process, actively handling key work and directing and coordinating work of other team members from across multiple departments towards closing investment deals.

Take full responsibility and accountability for transaction-related decisions and relationships, to execute transaction documentation and disburse investment capital.

Manage a portfolio of companies to achieve the objectives of the investment and play a lead role in portfolio management processes, monitoring and institutional investor reporting processes.

Insights and Knowledge Sharing

Build a system/technique of deriving knowledge and understanding of investors' appetite relevant to AECF's portfolio, building relationships and educating them about AECF portfolio and the investment opportunities.

Share expertise as a subject matter expert, providing advice, peer review and contribution to knowledge products and program design across the AECF to strengthen internal and/or external client solutions.

Required qualifications, experience, and attributes:

Must possess a Bachelors Degree in business or commerce. A master’s degree in business or finance will be an added advantage.

A CFA level certification or at an advanced stage of completion.

At least 5-7 years of experience in the field of financial analysis, investment analysis, management consulting, corporate finance, private equity, or venture debt with a proven track record of sourcing, structuring and closing investments.

Industries:Non-profit Organization Management

Function: Accounting and Finance