Investment Analyst - Sub-Saharan Africa at Symbiotics

  • Published date: August 30, 2023
  • Category: Administrative & Office
    • Location: Nairobi, Nairobi
  • Jop type:
  • Salary: Ksh Not mentioned
  • Company name: Jobs in Kenya

Job Description


Job Description



  • Conduct on-site due diligences of financial intermediaries in Sub-Saharan Africa

  • Write credit risk appraisals, investment advisory reports and social performance evaluations

  • Monitor global situation, opportunities and risks in financial markets of the above-mentioned region

  • Develop a pipeline of credit worthy investment targets in specific markets

  • Maintain and monitor a portfolio companies, including monthly financial reporting

  • Support the development of new business opportunities in the region


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Requirements

This position requires regular travel to countries within the region. We are looking for a person who is organized, mature, and able to work independently in a dynamic and challenging environment, as well as having entrepreneurial drive, attention to detail and pride in the quality of one's work, including the following qualifications:



  • Advanced university degree in finance, economics or business along with strong technical skills

  • Proven experience as a credit analyst or financial analyst

  • Knowledge of the microfinance and banking industry and impact investment

  • Dedication to social and sustainable development

  • Previous experience in Sub-Saharan Africa is essential

  • Capacity to handle multiple tasks on a daily basis

  • Fluent English; French would be a plus

  • Willingness and readiness to travel (up to 30%)


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What makes us different?



  • The chance to contribute to improving the lives of people in emerging and frontier countries, to work towards supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • A flexible work environment with colleagues from 41 countries

  • The opportunity to become part of a growing business that pushes you to excel every day while having a positive impact on others



 

Method of Application


Interested and qualified? Go to Symbiotics on careers.symbioticsgroup.com to apply

 

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