Business and Investment Expert – West Africa at SNV Nigeria

Job Title: Business and Investment Expert – West Africa

Location: Lagos
Contract Type: Full-time, International
Duty Station: Nigeria (preferably), or Ghana
Contract Duration: 2 years with the possibility of extension
Expected Start Date: 1st of January 2024
Travel: Frequently within West Africa (30%)

Key Responsibilities
You will have a crucial role in driving the mission of the DFCD Origination Facility, with key responsibilities including:

• Scoping and Structuring New Business Cases:
  • Contribute to the identification and preparation of investment proposals through analysis and discussions with internal staff and clients.
  • Provide strategic support to in-country BOA’s in identifying and elaborating on business proposals and investment plans.
  • Ensure compliance of business cases with the fund’s assessment framework.
  • Undertake administrative tasks related to file completion, compliance, and reporting.
  • Support the planning and execution of due diligence visits.
  • Participate in client visits as needed.
  • Analyse financial data, including ratios, projections, and budgets.
  • Support the legal contracting process with guidance from a legal advisor.
• Monitoring a Portfolio of Contracted Grants in the Region:
  • Prepare credit reviews, including market and financial analysis.
  • Support in-country BOA’s in monitoring in-country portfolios by responding to requests for information and support.
  • Undertake administrative tasks concerning file completion, compliance, reporting, and drafting watch-list proposals, change requests, and disbursement memos.
  • Participate in client monitoring visits when required.
• Providing Analysis and Support:
  • Offer support on repeat transactions for existing clients.
  • Assist team members in various aspects of the portfolio management process.

Basic Qualifications

• Hold an MSc Degree in Agri-economics, Finance, Business Administration, or Engineering.
• Possess a minimum of 7 years of working experience, including 5 years as an investment business expert and/or in investment banking.
• Proven track record in developing investment proposals and financial modelling.
• Strong strategic thinking and leadership skills to drive the scoping and structuring of complex business cases and provide valuable support to the team.
• Experience in an international environment, especially in emerging markets.

Additional Qualifications:

• Expertise in climate finance, with the ability to navigate and leverage financial mechanisms for sustainable projects.
• Experience in policy advocacy for climate and development issues.
• Effective relationship builder with a client-centric approach.
• Diplomatic and tactful in interactions with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in risk assessment to make informed decisions.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive, solution-oriented attitude.
• Excellent planning, administration, organizing, and prioritizing skills to manage complex projects efficiently.
• Ability to identify and mitigate risks, escalating issues when needed.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal, with a preference for proficiency in French, both written and verbal.
• Share a deep affinity with SNV’s mission and thematic areas. 

Application Closing Date
25th October, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:

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