Western Cape: Investment Analyst posted by Factory 209 Ltd T/A Gradlinc

About the Role

The Investment Analyst role at Factory 209 Ltd T/A Gradlinc provides support to the Southern Africa regional team by identifying, analyzing, structuring and delivering prospective investments across Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, and Zambia. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on group-wide processes, including supporting other regions, and contribute to the growth of the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the preparation of key investment documents, including investment appraisals, legal agreements (e.g. shareholders agreement, loan documents, etc.) and on-going impact and financial performance monitoring reports;
• Supporting the development of AgDevCos financial models for existing and new investments, including working and collaborating with other team members and investees as necessary;
• Conducting market and macro-economic research to support investment decisions;
• Conducting detailed fundamental and credit analysis of prospective and existing investees;
• Helping to prepare and present investment proposals to AgDevCos Senior Management Team and Board of Directors, as well as third-party investors and partners;
• Providing administrative support (e.g. preparation for regional team meetings, board meetings, and annual general meetings) to AgDevCos regional and country teams;
• Undertaking programme administration including meeting minute-taking, tracking project expenditure against budget for individual investments, and weekly country cash-flows;
• Managing regular impact monitoring of specific investments or regional portfolios.

Requirements

Strong academic results and the completion of a Degree in Economics, Finance or a similar subject focus. Preference will be granted for candidates with relevant professional qualifications (CA/CFA). Analysts will be expected to have a 1-4 years of experience in a relevant area (e.g. impact investing, investment banking, private equity, financial consulting or similar).

Qualifications

None mentioned.

Salary & Benefits

A competitive salary and benefits package; a discretionary annual performance bonus; medical aid reimbursement; flexible working arrangements; the opportunity to travel internationally and gain valuable international experience and insight.