Assistant Investment Manager - FEDA

• Support the investment team throughout the investment life cycle, including deal origination, investment evaluation, portfolio management, fundraising activities, and exit strategies.
• Assess the risks, opportunities, and investment merits of prospective investments and strategic initiatives.
• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis, financial modelling, valuation, and portfolio monitoring activities.
• Assist with transaction structuring, including preparation of term sheets, investment memoranda, and participation in negotiations.
• Coordinate deal execution meetings and follow up on key actions and decisions.

Due Diligence & Research

• Perform due diligence on target companies, including management meetings, industry research, competitive analysis, and financial performance assessments.
• Coordinate and support external due diligence advisors and actively review their deliverables.
• Present due diligence findings and investment recommendations to management and investment committees.
• Monitor market trends, regulatory developments, and economic factors relevant to FEDA's investment strategies.

Portfolio Monitoring & Value Creation

• Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of value-creation initiatives, including ESG action plans.
• Monitor portfolio company performance, identify key performance indicators, and recommend improvement opportunities.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly investment reports for Executive Management, the Board, investors, and other stakeholders.

Fundraising & Strategic Initiatives

• Support fundraising activities through the preparation of investor materials and participation in investor engagements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop concept papers and strategic investment initiatives.
• Support the activities of the AfCFTA Adjustment Fund through financial analysis, due diligence, transaction structuring, portfolio monitoring, fundraising support, and governance activities.

General

• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical thinking and the ability to evaluate complex financial information.
• Advanced financial modelling and valuation capabilities.
• Strong research and due diligence skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly.
• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Banking, Engineering, Sciences, or a related field with a strong academic record.
• An MBA or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Banking, or a related discipline

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years' professional experience, with at least 3 years in investment banking, private equity, or a similar financial environment.
• Strong understanding of investment principles, financial analysis techniques, and valuation methodologies.
• Proven experience in financial modelling and advanced Excel.
• Familiarity with legal and regulatory frameworks governing private equity investments.
• Experience evaluating and managing investment opportunities across Africa will be advantageous.