Investment Officer job in South Sudan

Investment Officer
 

Kinyeti Venture Capital Ltd
 

Juba, South Sudan
Kinyeti Venture Capital is a private equity investment company offering risk capital to profitable private sector enterprises in South Sudan. 

The company was established in mid-2012 as a joint venture between Norfund and Swedfund. 

We support the SME sector in South Sudan by offering financing of between US$ 50K – 1 million in form of loans with equity features, mezzanine financing and equity investments.  Bigger deals may be co-financed with the shareholders. 

We also offer Technical Assistance (TA) to investee companies if and when necessary i.e. training, management support, governance, etc, and play an active role in following up on investments.

In the last one year of operation in South Sudan, we have been able to build an impressive portfolio of investee companies and anticipate to fully commit the current investment capital of USD 4.5M in over 10 projects by end 2013. 

We intend to increase the capital base to USD 20M in 2014 and later on to USD 50M.  

Visit http://kinyeticapital.com for more information. 
To support the management of our growing portfolio and to harness the immense investment potential that exists within South Sudan, we are seeking to fill the position of Investment Officer. 

This position is based in South Sudan and the successful candidate will report to the Senior Investment Manager.
You will provide support to the Investment Managers primarily in the area of information gathering, analysis and modelling and project follow up. 

You will also be responsible for evaluating TA needs in the portfolio and execute the necessary follow up and reporting. In particular, your responsibilities will include:

Assist in establishing deal flow

Assist the Investment Managers in managing deal progress from inception to exit, against agreed timelines and in conjunction with the Investment Managers as a team member. This will entail:
Evaluating  investment proposals from potential clients for preliminary discussion with Investment Managers 

Preparing and presenting papers

Analysing companies from a financial, operational, and industry perspectives

Executing field work to support the due diligence processes

Maintaining up to date information in archives and portfolio management systems;

Assist in managing and monitoring the performance of investments, including the required reporting (valuations etc.)

Assist in managing compliance with ESG covenants and to increase awareness of the issues with a view to helping clients reach international standards.

Together with client companies, evaluate the need for TA assistance, and be responsible for implementation, follow up and the necessary reporting.

Requirements

This position will suit a self-driven individual who thrives in start-up environments.  

With the vast number of development opportunities available in South Sudan, the position presents you with an opportunity to take part in building the private sector in South Sudan and for your own career development.

The requirements for this position are:

• South Sudan citizenship. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply
• A Bachelors degree or above  in economics, finance, accounting or a related field; professional qualifications related to financing and Private Equity/ Venture investments is desirable
• 3 - 5 years relevant business experience at operative  positions in finance and preferable in  private equity/Venture Capital
• Experience in SME financing is desirable
• Experience of working in post conflict areas will be an advantage
• Fluency in English while Swahili or Arabic will be an advantage
• Computer literacy with experience of Microsoft Office Suite and, in particular financial modelling in excel

You will be expected to carry out your duties according to Norfund’s Code of Conduct

How to Apply:

You should send their application to the address below. It should include:

• A covering letter that clearly demonstrates, based on the job described here and its requirements, why you are the best person for this job.
• An up-to-date CV  that includes a description of any relevant deals, and their size, you have been involved in (without breaching confidentiality)
• The names and addresses of three professional referees.
• Your email, Skype address and day-time telephone number
• Details on current remuneration and your contractual notice period/earliest availability.

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Closing date: 31st May 2013
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please note that we do not charge for receiving or processing applications.

Kinyeti Venture Capital Ltd and its founders, Norfund and Swedfund are equal opportunity employers